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Snowboard Champ (2004)

While his mother is working overseas, Matt Harper is living temporarily with his uncle in Dragon Valley, where he practices his snowboard technique and contends with a local bully.

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Touchdown for Tommy (Sports Classics) (1985)

TOUCHDOWN FOR TOMMY Is football Tommy's key to a new home? Football isn't just Tommy's favorite sport-he also thinks that it's the key to a good home. The recently orphaned Tommy is delighted to discover that his foster father, Mr. Powell, coaches Midget League football. By playing well, Tommy ho...

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The Great Quarterback Switch (1991)

Can Michael and Tom read each other's minds? Michael and Tom Curtis are identical twins who share a love of football. Unfortunately, because of a tragic accident, Michael must watch from the sidelines as his brother calls the plays on the football field. During one game Michael concentrates very ...

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The Kid Who Only Hit Homers (1986)

I read “The Kid Who Only Hit Homers” by Matt Christopher. This book was very good. Sylvester Coddmyer III loved baseball, but he was not very good. He wanted to try out for the Hooper Redbirds baseball team, but he doesn’t think that he was good enough to play on the team. He didn’t sign up f...

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Tough to Tackle (1987)

Tough to Tackle was a good book in my opinion. Boots Raymond has always had a dream about playing quarterback for the Apollos. The only problem is Boots is a bigger kid than the coach wants to put at QB. When he goes and tries out for the team. The coach he really wants to play QB, the coach tol...

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Nothin' But Net (2003)

When thirteen-year-old Tim Daniels gets a chance to go to basketball camp, he is faced with trying to be accepted by the popular players and remaining true to his friend who has become the butt of practical jokes.

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Soccer Duel: There are two sides to every story... (2000)

Renny was late for his soccer game in the morning. His alarm didn’t wake him up. Renny just rushed out of the house so he won’t get more late then he already was. Renny’s parents got divorced a year ago in Haverford so thats why Renny and his mother moved to Crestmont. Renny played center striker...

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Slam Dunk (2004)

When a new school year starts, and thirteen-year-old basketball star Julian feels a lot of pressure as he realizes he is the only remaining player from last year's winning team, a friend's health crisis helps him regain perspective.

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Comeback of the Home Run Kid (2006)

Sylvester Coddmyer III, star of "The Kid Who Only Hit Homers" and "Return of the Home Run Kid" is about to face his biggest challenge yet. He sprains his ankle and wonders how he will hit homers--or even singles--when every swing means pain.

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Football Nightmare (2001)

A miserable memory dogs Keith's every move Keith Stedman dropped the pass. The game-winning, undefeated-record-making pass that would have made him a hero instead of a loser. Now, a year later, that missed pass still haunts him, so much so that he's considering quitting football for good. His fri...

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Penalty Shot (1997)

After a hiatus from the ice to get his grades back up to eligibility level, Jeff Connors returns to get the cold shoulder treatment from his teammates. During Jeff's absence, a threatening note was discovered in his best friend's locker--written in Jeff's hand. His protests of innocence fall on d...

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The Diamond Champs (1990)

An aura of intrigue surrounds a baseball coach obsessed with the idea of turning a bunch of handpicked beginners into champions in one season.

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Catch That Pass! (1989)

I read “Catch That Pass” by Matt Christopher. “Catch That Pass,” was a book about Jim Nardi, who is a very good football player for the Vulcans, but he has a problem. He is afraid to take a hit. He is a linebacker and he loves hitting people, but when he intercepts a pass, he drops it because h...

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The Spy on Third Base (1990)

Third baseman TV Adams's knack for predicting where a batter will hit a ball leads an anonymous phone caller to warn him against using his powers. Should he give in to the caller's threats or spy to help his team?

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Look Who's Playing First Base (1987)

This book is about this kid who moved to the United States a week ago. A person left my baseball team and we needed someone to replace him at first base. He didn't know who to choose so he picked the new kid. The new kid was horrible in practice! Thats when are catcher didnt like the new kid and ...

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Miracle at the Plate (1989)

Skeeter is the best batter in the league but seems to be all thumbs when fielding or trying to make friends.

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Wingman On Ice (1993)

Tod is sure his new hockey stick will improve his game. But when his team loses, he realizes that good stickhandling needs practice as well as good equipment. He vows not to use the stick until he deserves it, but will he earn that right this season?

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No Arm in Left Field (1987)

A poor throwing arm and prejudice from one white boy keep a black junior high student from completely enjoying his position on the baseball team.

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The Comeback Challenge (1996)

Mark Conway is staying with his grandparents while his parents fight over whom he'll live with after they divorce. He's become a valued member of the school soccer team and seems to be coping with the changes in his life. Or is he?

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Catcher with a Glass Arm (1985)

The book “Catcher with a Glass Arm” by Matt Christopher is about a middle school baseball player named Jody. He plays catcher for his team but struggles with his throwing to bases. Because of this, opposing teams steal on him a lot and cause him to make many errors. During one of the games early ...

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On the Ice With...Wayne Gretzky (2009)

Biography of Wayne Gretzky, highlighting his childhood experiences, college career, rookie years, and current professional standing.

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Olympic Dream (1996)

Doug Cannon is a video whiz, a decent hockey goalie -- and overweight. He is often the butt of his friend's jokes, but he tries not to let it get to him. That's before he meets Red Roberts. An energetic cycling enthusiast, Red encourages Doug to help out with the construction of a new bike path a...

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Soccer 'Cats #11: Making the Save (Soccer 'cats) (2007)

When the Soccer Cats decide to earn money to buy a gift for Coach Bradley, Bucky goes out of his way to make the gift a wonderful surprise.

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Return of the Home Run Kid (1994)

Sylvester's baseball has been so dismal that the coach has him warming the bench. So when Cheeko offers to show him a few pointers, he eagerly accepts his offer. But Sylvester can't help thinking there's something fishy about Cheeko.

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Soccer Scoop (1998)

Mac Williams, goalie for the Cougars, is known as much for his upbeat game chatter as for his outstanding saves. But when an anonymous artist starts making fun of him with a weekly cartoon, Mac is anything but upbeat. To make matters worse, he suspects that somebody close to him is the cartoonist...

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Skateboard Tough (1994)

As soon as Brett Thyson steps on "The Lizard", the mysterious skateboard he unearthed in his backyard, he can feel its power. It glides smoothly and effortlessly, but Brett can't shake off the feeling that there's something not quite right about it.

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On the Court with ... Shaquille O'Neal (2003)

Describes the life and career of the basketball superstar and center for the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Snowboard Showdown: Out-of Control Competition Leads to Disaster (1999)

Snowboard Showdown Out-of-control competition leads to disaster When Freddie Ruiz and his brother, Dondi, compete, it's like two mutts wrestling over the same bone-neither one is willing to give an inch. Unfortunately for Freddie, older, stronger, better-looking Dondi usually comes out on top in ...

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Lacrosse Face-Off (2006)

Eleven-year-old Garry, embarrassed when his unathletic brother joins his lacrosse team, faces a bigger problem when the team bully turns on both of them.

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The Team That Couldn't Lose (1997)

A young, inexperienced football team discovers its beginner's luck is due to a series of mysterious but successful plays anonymously sent to the coach.

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Catching Waves (2006)

When it comes to surfing, fourteen- year-old Kai Ford knows his stuff; he's been riding the waves since he was ten. He respects the amazing power of the sea and knows - first-hand - how dangerous it can be. But what Kai doesn't seem to respect is the privacy of others. Unfortunately, his prying n...

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On the Court with ... Kobe Bryant (2001)

Kobe Bryant may be one of the youngest basketball players in the NBA, but no one would dare call him inexperienced. The son of Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a former NBA player and star of various European teams, Kobe spent his childhood watching professional basketball. From the moment he could pick u...

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Mountain Bike Mania (1998)

Riding a bike is such a rush for Will Matthews. Soon after he joins a mountain biking club, he's hurtling down hills, pedaling over mud-churned trails and leaping over rocks and gullies. But he may be moving so fast that he's forgotten the friend he left behind.

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Babe Ruth: Legends in Sports (2005)

In a career that spanned over thirty years, George Herman "Babe" Ruth changed the way the sport of baseball was played. He was the first true power hitter, a strong pitcher, and in the outfield made some amazing game-saving catches. His love of the sport shined through in the way he laughed while...

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The Fox Steals Home (1985)

Already troubled by his parents' divorce, Bobby Canfield is further distressed when he learns that his father, who has coached him in running bases, intends to move away.

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Snowboard Maverick: Can a skateboard pro conquer the slopes? (1997)

Can a skateboard pro conquer the slopes? Dennis O'Malley is the best skateboarder in town. Unfortunately, he has to shelve his board for more than half the year, when the streets are covered with snow. Then a new sport emerges on the scene, one that Dennis's friends think he'd be a natural at: sn...

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Goalkeeper in Charge (2002)

Tina Esparza loves everything about soccer, but especially the fact that it is a team sport where no one player is in the spotlight. Imagine her surprise when the coach asks her to train as goalkeeper. Will Tina be able to overcome her shyness and accept the position that makes her stand out?

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Tight End (1986)

A high school football player believes the harassment he is experiencing on and off the field is due to his father's prison record.

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Roller Hockey Radicals (1998)

Newcomer Kirby Childs overcomes obstacles to find his spot on a new roller hockey team.

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Ice Magic (1987)

ICE MAGIC A strange power is at work in the rink... Pie Pennelli loves to play ice hockey, but he's got some problems: his hand-me-down skates are too big for him, and one of his teammates is always giving him a hard time. But Pie's troubles really begin when his next-door neighbors find an antiq...

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Long Shot for Paul (1990)

Glenn Marlett is determined to make his brother Paul, who is developmentally disabled, a decent basketball player.

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Too Hot to Handle (1991)

Baseball runs in David Kroft's family. His father was a good player in his day, his uncles play on professional teams, and David's older brother, Don, is the best shortstop in the history of Penwood High School. David loves baseball as much as the rest of his family, but he isn't quite as fast on...

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The Counterfeit Tackle (1990)

Buzz and Corky are identical twins, but not very much alike. Corky, outgoing and popular, plays tackle on the Otters' football team. Buzz, the school chess champion, is quiet and reserved. One day they change places and all sorts of complications arise.

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Skateboard Renegade (2000)

The book Skateboard Renegade started out with Zach the protagonist getting accepted into a prestige school named Amherst. This meant he had to leave his old friends at Brighton so; he ended up not being too thrilled about his acceptance. He started to feel peer pressure from his friend Brian many...

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Matt Christopher's Baseball Jokes and Riddles (1996)

A collection of wacky jokes, riddles, puns, and anecdotes about America's favorite pastime is gathered by a favorite young sports fiction writer and is guaranteed to liven up locker rooms and baseball diamonds alike.

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Head to Head (2009)

Mark finds that he is jealous when his friend Jonas seems to learn kung fu much more quickly than he did.

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The Twenty-One-Mile Swim (2009)

With remarks about his small stature and poor swimming skills ringing in his ears, the son of Hungarian immigrants begins to train for the 21-mile swim across a nearby lake.

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Michael Jordan: On the Court with (Matt Christopher Sports Bio Bookshelf) (1996)

Michael Jordan. The name conjures up images of buzzer-beating jump shots, gravity-defying slam dunks, and precision ballhandling. For over a decade, Michael Jordan has been showing the world how the game of basketball should be played. He led his former team, the Chicago Bulls, to six NBA champio...

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Football Fugitive (1988)

Matt Christopher is the writer young readers turn to when they are looking for fast-paced, action-packed sports novels. This book is no exception. He is the author of a number of titles, including Tackle Without A Team, Face-Off, and many more.

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Wild Pitch (2009)

Eddie doesn't like the idea of girls playing baseball in his league, but when one of his pitches injures a girl, he rethinks his attitudes.

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Roller Hockey Rumble (2004)

When Bizz and her friends arrange a high-stakes roller hockey game with another team, Bizz is reminded about the importance of friendship.

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Soccer 'Cats #8: You Lucky Dog (2003)

Lou Barnes has trouble remembering to watch his position on the soccer field. Then one game, Lou gets a reminder of the offside rule from a very unlikely source. Illustrations.

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Halfback Attack (1996)

Freddie Chase is a good football player with one major flaw: He's afraid to tackle. He tries hard to cover up his fear, but soon Coach Sears and the other Sandpipers know all about it. The team is fighting to finish the season at the top of the league, but how can they hope to succeed when one of...

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The Lucky Baseball Bat (Springboard Books) (1993)

Martin was your average baseball player. He kind of new the rules but didn't really know what to do in certain scenarios. The coach put Martin in the outfield, so he would get playing time. He really wouldn't get any action because not to many people could hit that far. When it was his turn to ba...

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Prime-Time Pitcher (1998)

The #1 sports writer for kids offers a read as exciting as a fast ball. Pitcher Koby Caplin is the best thing to happen to the Monticello Cardinals in years--but is he ready for prime time?

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Challenge at Second Base (1992)

Stan Martin's chances of playing second base seem next to zero at the start of the season. His rival for the position, Gary Newman, looks tough to beat. Stan loves baseball-maybe even more than his brother, Phil, who played pro ball until quitting suddenly the year before-but after experiencing a...

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Shortstop from Tokyo (1995)

When the new boy from Tokyo takes over Stogie Crane's position as shortstop, the two boys encounter the first of several barriers to their friendship.

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Soccer 'Cats #5: Master of Disaster (2003)

Although he's better known for his wisecracks than his goal keeping abilities, Jason Shearer is taking the place of the Soccer 'Cats' goalie, who's going on vacation. Will Jason learn what he needs to know before the game against the always-tough Panthers? Illustrations.

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Into the Danger Zone (2007)

When an old friend comes to visit, Charlie is not at all happy with the changes he sees--especially when Rick gets reckless on his snowboard, chasing X and some of Charlie's other friends off the slopes.

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Undercover Tailback (1994)

Parker Nolan, a notorious liar, must convince his teammates that he saw a mysterious stranger stealing football plays from the coach's playbook.

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The Reluctant Pitcher: It Takes More Than a Good Arm to Make a Great Pitcher (Matt Christopher Sports Classics) (1997)

Wally Morris is a good right fielder, but Coach Hutter is trying to make him a pitcher. Wally is a lefty and has a strong arm and good aim. What he doesn't have is the desire to play the position. But how can he refuse? Coach Hutter once saved his life, and Wally feels he owes him. Then he meets ...

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The Year Mom Won the Pennant (1986)

a The boys are all hesitant when one boy's mother is the only parent who volunteers to coach their Little League team, but there is quite a surprise in store for them.

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Double Play at Short (1997)

Twelve-year-old Danny thinks that there is something very familiar about the girl who plays shortstop on the team he faces during the championship series, and his curiosity leads him to a surprising discovery about his own adoption.

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Soccer Halfback (1985)

soccer half back is about a boy who can't decide which sport he wants to end up playing. He is tied between football and soccer and he doesn't know what he is going to keep on playing throughout High school and college. He decides to play soccer because he realizes that he is a natural and he has...

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Baseball Pals (Matt Christopher Sports Classics) (2008)

Jimmie's selfish move could ruin the whole team.... When Jimmie is elected captain of his baseball team, his first decision is to appoint himself pitcher - much to his teammates' dismay. They already have a good pitcher, Paul. When Jimmie's pitches fail to find their mark, his teammates let it ...

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Wheel Wizards (2009)

This book is about a boy named Seth who suffers a spinal injury that lands him in a wheelchair. He is very upset by this because he loves to play basketball and believes he will never be able to play again, until he meets another boy older than him in a wheelchair that plays basketball. For the n...

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Tackle Without a Team (2000)

When Scott Kramer is replaced in the football team for possession of marijuana, he knows he's innocent. But his brother was arrested for the same crime a few years earlier. The case against him is strong. Scott has to find the answer to one question - who would want to see his name tarnished?

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Hard Drive to Short (1991)

I read this with my oldest. This was written in the 1970's and it's obvious - Sandy (boy) has to leave the baseball games early to go watch his sisters. He doesn't want to tell anyone - it might ruin his image! That leads the team to think he's getting special treatment. Etc. --- but the baseball...

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Supercharged Infield (1994)

Penny Farrell, captain and third baseman of the Hawks softball team, tries to uncover the reason for the strange behavior of two teammates who have also suddenly turned into super athletes.

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Spike It! (2009)

Jane is looking forward to the start of the volleyball season when her widower father drops a bombshell: he is planning to marry a woman with a teenage daughter of her own! Jane's new mother and stepsister go out of their way to be nice and accommodating, so she eagerly tries to adjust to the new...

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Face-Off (1989)

FACE-OFF A jealous teammate can lead to danger on the ice.... When it comes to skating, Scott Harrison can't be beat. Still, he can't believe it when he's asked to play for the Golden Bears hockey team. But soon his excitement turns to doubt, then fear, when a resentful teammate ruins his confide...

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Man Out At First (1995)

After he gets hit by a fast-moving ball, Turtleneck Jones loses his confidence on the baseball diamond and sees his position at first base given to another player.

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All-Star Fever: A Peach Street Mudders Story (1997)

Bus Mercer, shortstop for the Peach Steet Mudders, wants desperately to be picked for the county all-star team, but he breaks his parents' rules for riding his new bike, and feelings of guilt affect his game.

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The Dog That Stole Football Plays (1997)

Mike's football team is really put to the test when Harry, his telepathic dog, has to stay home. Can the team win without Harry's supernatural advice?

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Rock On (2007)

X's friends believe he can excel at any extreme sport, so when they want to check out the new climbing wall at the mall, he decides to hide his fear of heights rather than have them think him a coward.

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One Smooth Move (2004)

When his family moves into his recently deceased grandmother's house, ten-year-old Charlie meets a boy who also likes to skateboard, but then finds that his own special skateboard is missing.

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Baseball Turnaround: #53 (1997)

Sandy Comstock once made a mistake - a bad one - but he's paid the price and now he just wants to get on with his life. Only one person stands in his way:Perry Warden, the boy who tempted Sandy to break the law in the first place. Convinced that Perry is spreading rumors about him to his new base...

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Dive Right in (2002)

Twelve-year-old Traci Winchell is a gifted gymnast, but lately she's been having trouble -- so much trouble that her coach warns her she may need to drop out or else risk serious injury. Traci wants to find something to fill the void left by gymnastics, but is diving for her?

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Soccer Hero (2007)

Rob Lasher is just an ordinary soccer player, good at the game, but not great. Then one afternoon, he saves his coach's life in front of all his teammates. Suddenly, he's the team's hero. As some members of his team and the rest of the town continue to laud Rob's heroic act, Rob realizes he doesn...

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Soccer 'Cats #2: Operation Baby-Sitter (2001)

Bundy works hard at being the best soccer player he can be. He always encourages his teammates, and works extra hard during practice. So when his attitude changes, little does his teammates know that he's been saddled with a baby-sitter. Illustrations.

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Stranger in Right Field (2000)

Right fielder Alfie Maples is mystified by the newest member of the Peach Street Mudders. As far as Alfie can see, Roberti Frantelli can barely catch a ball or hit. Then Coach Parker asks Alfie to show the newcomer the ropes. Alfie is flattered and teaches Roberti all he can -- but begins to susp...

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The Catcher's Mask (1999)

Mudders' catcher Rudy Calhoun is having a bad season behind the plate until, at a yard sale, he buys a used catcher's mask that greatly improves his playing.

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The Submarine Pitch (2009)

Bernie, his heart almost still, kept his eyes on the ball as it came in, straight as a string. It was heading down the pipe. He swung. Crack! He felt a faint electric shock as the bat connected. He saw the ball streak over second for a hit. Dropping his bat, he bolted for ...

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Michael Jordan: Legends in Sports

Now that he was no longer playing basketball, he was free to indulge his passion as never before. He took to riding the streets of Chicago at night, when the roads were less traveled and easier to navigate. It was on one such night ride that he found a new outlet for his b...

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Hat Trick (2009)

Stookie Norris took his position at center field. Jerry Dinh lined up on his right. Lou Barnes was on his left. The Soccer ’Cats hadn’t played the Black Hawks before, but Stookie wasn’t nervous. He had his game plan in mind and was sure he could mak...

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Top Wing

Benton couldn’t have said what he’d just said! Benton had never asked him to tell … that is, Mr. and Mrs. Crawford never said … or Benton never said they’d said — Wait a minute, he thought. Mom was surprised when I mentioned the wedding the night of the fire. The Crawfords...

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Karate Kick

“How do you know about the thigh slap?” he demanded. His assailant straightened — and that’s when Cole saw that it wasn’t Darren at all. “Ty?” he gasped. “What — what’re you doing? Why did you —?” Ty held up a hand. “Hang on....

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Wayne Gretzky: On the Ice With...

At 165 pounds he thrived on the fast pace. And the WHA was a cleaner game than Major Junior A. The fears that the lightweight Oiler would be a target for physical abuse in the pros turned out to be unfounded. If anything, the opposite appeared to be true. At the junior lev...

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Mystery Coach (2009)

The bigger dog was twice the size of the smaller one, but size apparently meant nothing to Patches. He nipped at Starky, tangled with him, fought desperately, and seemed to be holding his own. But even so Chris was afraid for him. The brave little a...

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Centerfield Ballhawk (2009)

It looked like a scoop of vanilla ice cream perched on a cone as José stared at it in disbelief. He turned and whipped the ball in, his ears ringing with the joyous yell of the fans. “Good catch, man!” Barry cried. “I didn’t think you’d make it!” &n...

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Long Stretch At First Base (2009)

After what Kirby had said to him, and the way the other boys looked at him, he did not feel like playing any more. How could they ever think he would throw a wild peg to Tony Mandos on purpose? That was crazy! He remembered that only yesterday he had wanted to take Tony’s ...

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Windmill Windup (2009)

She knew instantly what was happening. It sounded exactly the same as all those other times, in the last two years before her mom and dad’s marriage had broken up. As she neared the house, the sounds grew clearer, and she could make out some of the words. “What kind of par...

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Hook Shot Hero

Dick Dunbar, college star, potential number-one draft pick, and probable future NBA great, needed his help? Had the world turned upside down when he wasn’t looking? His expression must have revealed his amazement because Dick laughed to himself. “I’m in charge of a new mentoring program this summ...

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All Keyed Up (2009)

Jerry wondered as he hurried to his room to get his swim things. Aw, he was probably just joking around. Like he said, his bark is worse than his bite. Not that I have to worry about that, because nothing is going to go wrong! He emptied his knapsack out on his bed. He was...

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The Pigeon With the Tennis Elbow (2009)

It struck the asphalt court near the right baseline, bounced up and took a little sidewise twist. The serve was a good one. Kevin O'Toole grimaced as he prepared to return the shot. Rusty's best play was his serve, and it had put him ahead in this game as it had in so many...

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The Basket Counts (2009)

“Hi, Stoney,” he greeted, not sure whether Stoney would stop to speak to him or not. “How long were you in the hospital?” But Stoney stopped. He even smiled a little. “Just a couple of hours. Thanks for helping me out of the water.” “That’s okay,” s...

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Center Court Sting (2009)

Daren grinned at Lynn as he wiped his face. “Tisdale will fade in the second half. He’s tired now.” Lynn nodded. “Nice fake at the end, there.” “Thanks,” Daren answered. “Hey, Lou!” Lou Bettman looked ...

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Run For It (2009)

— without a stop. It was a hot day, too, about the same kind of day on which he’d collapsed not long before. But he knew enough now to be sure to drink often, and didn’t try to push too hard. He was walking faster and expected to be able to run a full mile very soon. One d...

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Fairway Phenom (2009)

He practiced and mastered a trick he’d seen a pro golfer do in a TV commercial, where he bounced a golf ball up and down on the head of an iron, over and over again. His little sister, Keisha, walked in on him practicing the trick and demanded to be taught how — so Malik decided it was something ...

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Lacrosse Firestorm (2009)

He praised them for pulling into the lead but then pointed out that there was still a whole half to go. “You’re playing well, don’t get me wrong,” he said. “But they have plenty of time to surge ahead. And in case you hadn’t noticed, their goalie is outstanding. To get the...

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Secret Weapon (2009)

It was Coach Bradley. He was carrying a thin book under his arm. When he, Lisa, Ted, and their parents were all sitting at the kitchen table, he showed them the book. The tattered cover had a picture of a soccer player on it. “I haven’t used this ru...

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Snowboard Showdown (2009)

“Happy early birthday!” she said. Esteban added his congratulations. “Use it in good health,” he said. But his eyes said, Remember your promise. Freddie took the package and tore off the wrapping. “Awesome!” he gasped. The shiny new board was black ...

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You Lucky Dog (2009)

Looking over his shoulder, he saw the dog running toward him. A moment later, he was by Lou’s side. “What do you want?” Lou yelled, stopping. “Get out of here!” The dog sat down and looked up at him. His eyes were soft brown. One pointy ear stood st...

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Takedown (2009)

The minute Nick saw me coming he scrambled down the short flight of steps and started to bark. “Pipe down, will you?” I grunted as I rode into Bull’s driveway. “Don’t you know me yet, for crying out loud? I’m your old buddy, Sean.” He stopped barkin...

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The Home Run Kid Races On (2010)

In fact, he didn’t give Mr. Teacy another thought until the next morning. “Mom,” he said over breakfast, “would it be okay if I went to the ball field right after school? I never did get in any bunting practice yesterday.” He had expected his mother...

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Lucky Seven (2009)

“Why not?” Chick Grover eyed his friend Butch Slade as if he were surprised Butch could even think of such a question. “Maybe Mort’s forgotten.” “Mort never forgets,” replied Butch, turning to look through the large plate glass window of Mort’s Pit Stop. “ He’s like an ele...

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Basketball Sparkplug (2009)

Coach Stickles had taught him a lot too, but he had missed too many practices. What he had seen at the basketball clinic stayed in his mind better than the things Coach Stickles had told him. When he told his dad this, Mr. O’Connor smiled and said: “Maybe it’s because the ...

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Day of the Dragon (2007)

All his friends wanted to talk about was the costume. They used Savannah’s basement as their base, and every day someone brought new supplies. Savannah’s mother contributed rolls of brightly colored crepe paper. Bizz found a couple of old sheets to use for the body. Charlie brought tape and magic...

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The Team That Stopped Moving (2009)

“Come on, Stan! Knock it out of the lot!” Art shouted. Crack! A streaking shot over second base! Stan dropped his bat and raced to first. He started for second, but dashed back as the center fielder whipped in the ball. Andy came up and cracked out ...

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Baseball Pals (2009)

He was alone. Ervie was somewhere in the house, playing by himself. Jimmie had never been so unhappy in all his life. Just because he wanted to pitch, he thought. What was so wonderful about pitching, anyway? If he had let Paul pitch for the Planets...

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Soccer Duel

Only one thing interfered with his good mood — his parents. When he'd returned home on Saturday after the game, he'd called his mom at work to tell her the good news. He knew she was proud of him, but she'd been on her car phone so she hadn't been able to talk much. ...

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Shadow Over Second (2009)

the umpire called. “C’mon, son, time’s ticking.” Reluctantly Nicky stepped into the box. Here goes nothing, he thought dismally. But when the pitcher reared back and threw, Nicky’s instincts took over. He swung. Hard. &...

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Touchdown for Tommy (2009)

Wag licked his face. Mrs. Powell was busy making supper. She hardly looked at Tommy and Betty as they came in. She said, “Hello, kids,” and kept working. Tommy didn’t notice anything at first. Later he realized that Mrs. Powell wasn’t humming or sin...

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The Reluctant Pitcher (2009)

Mrs. Morris went to answer it. “Yes, this is Ann,” she said. “No. She’s not here.” A moment later her eyes widened and flitted around worriedly. Wally could tell that whatever she was hearing was upsetting her considerably. “...

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Hot Shot (2010)

Julian jumped to his feet. “Help him out, Paul!” he cried. Maybe Paul heard him. Or maybe he’d already made up his mind to do just that. In any event, he took one step toward Booker. When the closest Sun mirrored his move, Paul charged the other way...

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On Thin Ice (2007)

They took a short break for lunch, then went back outside. Mr. Smith handed Savannah a length of green pine garland and some red velvet ribbons. Savannah tied one end of the garland to a post, then moved to the next post and did the same thing. When she was through, the rink was ringed with green...

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Baseball Turnaround (2009)

On Monday, it was raining too hard for practice to be held. But Tuesday dawned clear and sunny. And that was the day Sandy decided to get to the bottom of the mystery of the Raptors. During the warm-up, Sandy took a quick look around to see if a certain redhead had appeare...

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Operation Baby-Sitter (2009)

Dewey was disappointed about the game and didn’t say much. That was all right with Bundy. He was too busy thinking about how Mary had acted after the game — and about how he had acted that day. Like a jerk was the conclusion he came to. Operation Ba...

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Sink it Rusty (2009)

said Joby. Corny searched for one. He found a broken branch about two feet long. He handed it to Joby. Joby took it. He looked at the club, and then at the rabbit. The rabbit was sitting still, its eyes big and wide. Joby sho...

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Tennis Ace (2009)

He decided this after he had fallen behind, three games to none, in the first set of the final. He was being driven crazy by Zaras’s assortment of spins, slices, lobs, and drop shots, which had him back on his heels and confused. The same thing had happened, he remembered, when he had last played...

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The Hit-Away Kid (2009)

Deeper!” Barry looked up and saw T.V. Adams motioning Tootsie Malone to back up toward the fence. T.V. did that a lot. He seemed to have a real knack for predicting where the opposing batters were going to hit the ball. As usual, he was right on the...

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Switch Play! (2009)

He hadn’t said much to Lisa since the game, and she’d given up trying to talk to him. Coach Bradley called everyone together. “Okay, we’ll do the usual passing and dribbling drills to start,” he said. “Then we’re going to work on something called switching. Switching is wh...

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Two Strikes on Johnny

Fred die said, pointing a finger at a cluster of dark clouds stirring in the south. “I hope not,” replied Johnny. “I haven't played baseball since last Wednesday. I'll be out of practice.” The boys arrived at the field. Only half of the Cardinals' t...

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The Dog That Stole Home (2009)

Head held high, he trotted back to Mike and dropped the ball at his feet. “Wuff!” he barked as he ran back down the street to wait for the next throw. “Great catch, Harry!” Mike praised him. “Maybe I can talk Coach Wilson into putting you in our outfield!” &nbs...

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Drag-Strip Racer

He put on his helmet, buckled it, and got on his motorcycle. He kicked the starter and took off, dirt bursting from the spinning rear tire and clattering up against the fender. He tore down the street, breaking the speed limit by ten miles an hour for almost two blocks bef...

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Football Double Threat

It was a glorious morning for a game, sunny but not too bright, with a cool breeze wafting through the red-and-gold leaves of the trees.Rocky barely noticed the weather, however. He was too busy looking for Bobby. He didn’t see him. Then it was time for warmups and the game started soon after.The...

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All-Star Fever (2009)

It was the top of the sixth and final inning, their last chance to score. And score they did. A sizzling single between first and second was followed by a high-flying homer over José Mendez’s glove. The score now read Mudders 2, Dragons 2. &nb...

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Zero's Slider (2009)

T.V. said. “Sparrow pitched the last game, but Coach will put him in again if he has to.” “At least let them hit,” advised Turtleneck. “Right,” agreed Nicky. “We could get them out if they hit the ball.” The ump came halfway ...

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Heads Up! (2009)

Chapter 3 The girls walked back to the bench in silence. Amanda felt guilty for not having answered Eddie’s question. But then again, she told herself, my mother always says if you can’t say something nice, then don’t say anything at all. Amanda’s m...

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Wild Ride (2007)

He just wanted to get home safely. So instead of climbing back onto his bike, he walked it the rest of the way down. Only after he emerged at the parking lot and retrieved his backpack did he start to ride again.He was halfway home when he realized something was wrong. His bike chain was catching...

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Twenty-One Mile Swim

There were a couple of bays on the east shore where the water was well protected. As long as the wind was blowing from the east, the water there would be virtually smooth. They took their raincoats, however, just in case. His father’s guess was right about the conditions, ...

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The Winning Stroke (2009)

Jerry had a little trouble seeing who was ahead. Wayne and Lars, swimming in lanes next to one another, were at least three feet ahead of the others. At first, it looked as if Wayne had the lead. His muscular arms worked furiously, his shoulders knotted with exertion, drag...

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Long Arm Quarterback (2009)

Sable always drove Jimmy to practice and began staying to watch. It was clear to Cap that Tully didn't welcome the other man's presence, although he wasn't in any position to do much about it. It was a free country, and Tully didn't want to embarrass the team members, espe...

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Break for the Basket (2009)

He stood by like a store dummy. He felt foolish wearing his long pants and a shirt while the others wore their black satin uniforms. Had Robin Hood really meant it when he had asked Emmett to come to practice? Had he asked Emmett just to be nice, really hoping that Emmett ...

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Snowboard Maverick (2009)

Then the phone rang. It was Rick Hogan. “How’re ya feeling, O’Malley?” he asked. “Got rubber legs? Are your hands shaking yet? Ha, ha, ha!” Dennis could hear Pat laughing in the background. He wished he could punch them both, right over the phone, e...

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The Lucky Baseball Bat (2007)

But Marvin was already running out along the left field foul line, his eyes to the ground, not looking right or left. He had to get away from here, just as fast as he could. Someone yelled after him — it sounded like Jim’s voice — but he paid no attention to it. He found his glove in the outfield...

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Baseball Flyhawk (2009)

The stands were full of fans, including Mr. and Mrs. Romez and many other players’ parents who weren’t usually at the games. It was the Fourth of July, which meant most people had the day off from work. A brass band played in the park, adding an air of festivity as both teams warmed up before the...

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Front Court Hex (2009)

Even though he was in the open several times no one passed to him. Not until he ran to a corner on a hard press by the Peacocks did Ronnie pass him the ball. “Shoot!” a voice Jerry recognized as Danny’s shouted. “Shoot, Jerry!” Nervously Jerry stood...

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Dog That Called the Signals (2009)

Everything’s fine as long as the coach gives him the plays from the bench, but what happens the day the coach sprains an ankle and has to leave the game? Will Mike ruin things for the whole team? Hardly! Not while Harry, a dog with a talent for mind reading, is around. Mik...

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