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Hockey player, Nathan Hawkins, and figure skater, Anastasia Allen, do not start off on the right foot. Ana seemingly hates hockey players, especially the ones that play for Maple Hills. Ana and Nathan meet at one of the Nathan’s parties and end up hooking up. However, after Ana flees the scene. As they grow up the try to discover themselves and each other while playing their respective sports.
Bree, a former ballerina, has been best friends with Nathan, the NFL star quarterback for years. They both have been secretly in love with each other since high school, but avoid talking about their feelings because they do not want to ruin the friendship they have created. They start to discover themselves and each other as they continue to spend more and more time together.
This book is about Michael Jordan, one of the best basketball players ever. The book tells the story of how he went from a young boy with big dreams to an NBA superstar. It shows his hard work, determination and love for the game, as well as the challenges he faced and the goals he achieved. The book also talks about how he became famous worldwide and inspired millions of fans.
Shannon is a quiet girl who is severely bullied at her school. She is forced to move to a new school where she is promised a new start. However, her world has taken a turn when she meets Johnny Kavanagh, Ireland’s golden boy. Johnny’s whole life is planned out with the center of it being rugby. So, when he meets Shannon, his feet are knocked out from under him and he is trying his hardest to stick to his life’s path. Past traumas and dangers are threatening to pull them apart as they try to understand this new world they have created for each other.
Carrie Soto is famous in the world of tennis. Or maybe infamous is the better word. Carrie has broken every record there is in the tennis world and has 23 Grand Slam titles to her name. Though six years into her retirement her record is at risk. When Nicki Chan threatens her record, Carrie decides it is once again her time. With the help of her father and fellow player Bowie Huntley, Carrie Soto is back to claim her title.
Won, the first Asian American basketball player in the NBA, rose to stardom as one of the best players on the team. A Korean American TV producer, Carrie is working to get Kdramas onto the American stage. Won wants to be a basketball star and renew his temporary contract with the New York Knicks, while Carrie wants to bring representative Korean shows to America. However, extreme racism is a hurdle for both Won and Carrie in their journey along with other life issues involving the relationships of their friends, Carrie’s sister’s cancer, and more.
The Long Run by James Acker is a compelling novel that follows the journey of Thomas, a young man from a small town who dreams of becoming a professional athlete. As he navigates the challenges and obstacles in pursuit of his goal, Thomas discovers that success requires much more than talent and determination. Along the way, he confronts personal setbacks, explores the complexities of relationships, and grapples with the harsh realities of the competitive sports industry.
She Drives Me Crazy is teen novel following the relationship between basketball player Scottie Zajac and cheerleader Irene Abraham. It’s the start of the basketball season, and Scottie’s team is playing against their rival high school. When Scottie is assigned to guard her toxic ex-girlfriend Tally her focus starts to slip and they end up losing.
Nate, president of the robotics team, wants the school funding to focus on their needs. Charlie, the captain of the basketball team, wants the school funding to go towards getting the cheerleaders new clothes. Both parties decide to enter a robot battle competition to win $10,000, which will be able fund both clubs. What happens next? Read more to find out!
Like Other Girls is a realistic fiction book by Britta Lundin. After being kicked out of her school’s basketball team for being aggressive, Mara has to prove to her coach that she can get along with other people. To everyone's surprise, Mara decides to take up football. This causes a spark between her female classmates, and they too join the football team. What's even worse is that one of the girls is her rival, while another her crush.
