What makes Daunte Culpepper a Super Sports Star? Daunte Culpepper is a quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings of the National Football League (NFL). For Culpepper, being a super sports star is not just about passing the ball.

What makes Derek Jeter a Super Sports Star? Derek Jeter is the shortstop for the New York Yankees. He is one of the best clutch hitters in the game, is a great base runner, and great in the field.

What makes Eddie George a Super Sports Star? Eddie George is a running back for the Tennessee Titans in the National Football League (NFL). For George, being a super sports star is not just about running for a touchdown.

Readers are introduced to Gary Payton, the star guard for the NBA's Seattle SuperSonics whose nickname is "The Glove." The nickname comes from his ability to defend other players as closely as a glove fits on a hand.

Glen Rice plays forward/guard for the New York Knicks of the National Basketball association (NBA). For Rice, being a Super Sports Star is not just about shooting the ball well.

What makes Ichiro Suzuki a Super Sports Star? Ichiro Suzuki, or Ichiro as he likes to be called, is the right fielder for the Seattle Mariners in the American League of Major League Baseball.

Jason Kidd is a point guard for the New Jersey Nets of the National Basketball Association (NBA). For Kidd, being a Super Sports Star is not just about scoring points. He also passes the ball to other players so they score and grabs rebounds after missed shots.

Jerome Bettis a Super Sports Star? Jerome Bettis is a running back for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the National Football League (NFL). For Bettis, being a super sports star is not just about speed and power.

What makes Ken Griffey, Jr. a Super Sports Star? Ken Griffey, Jr. plays center field for the Cincinnati Reds in the National League of Major League Baseball. Griffey works very hard in the field and at bat.

 Another title in the Super Sports Star series profiles the Los Angeles Lakers basketball player, discussing his childhood in Philadelphia, his decision to skip college, and his success with the Lakers.

Latrell Sprewell plays guard/forward for the New York Knicks of the National Basketball Association (NBA). For Sprewell, being a Super Sports Star is not just about driving to the basket for the score. He can also hit the jumper or shoot three pointers. He is also known for his moves on defense.

What makes Mike Piazza a Super Sports Star? Mike Piazza is a catcher for the New York Mets in the National League of Major League Baseball. He is one of the best hitting catchers in baseball.