Sport Stories
5 total works
Jax, a striker, is the star of his football team. But when he moves up a level and joins a new team, he has a hard time following directions and trusting his team. For someone who's been playing football for years, Jax has a lot to learn about teamwork.
Sport Stories Pack B of 6
by Thomas Kingsley Troupe, Eric Stevens, and Scott R. Welvaert
Published 13 July 2017
These best-selling sports stories by Jake Maddox are a hit with boys and girls alike! They're pumped-up, easy-to-read tales with an emphasis on speed, skill and fair play. The boys and girls in these books face obstacles on the field, the court, the ice or the half-pipe, and meet mental and social challenges as well. Readers discover that an athlete's inner game, persistence and courage are just as important as a steady hand or a chance for a goal.
When Kenny's anger problem gets out of control, his father signs him up for karate lessons. But even in karate class, Kenny can't get a grip on his temper. He's getting a reputation for being angry. With help from his karate teacher, will Kenny be able to calm down long enough to focus and win?
When a group of bullies decide they own the local skatepark, Conner and his best friend, Hannah, are forced to practise elsewhere. Conner and Hannah have to outsmart the bullies if they want to practise for the upcoming competition. Because in the end, the fight for the skatepark will come down to the ultimate battle of the boards.
Nothing can stop star American footballer Harris Weathers - until he has a jarring collision, narrowly escaping injury. Harris is fine, physically, but his nerves are rattled. He can’t shake the idea that he could get hurt playing the sport. After faking illness to get out of a game, Harris realizes he has a decision to make. Does he love American football enough to risk it happening again? And is there anything he can do to keep himself safe while playing the game he loves?