These best-selling sports stories by Jake Maddox are a hit! Pumped-up, easy-to-read stories with an emphasis on speed, skill, and fair play. The boys in these books face obstacles on the court, the field, 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. Ben is the son of the head groundskeeper at Strongwood, the swankiest golf club around. When entered in a tournament at Strongwood by his wild sidekick, Javi, Ben worries that the competition might be too rich for him. Can he find a way to calm his nerves and straighten out his embarrassing slice or will he forever be too shabby for this type of competition? AGES: 8 to 11 SELLING POINTS: SELLING POINTS:

Good for teaching plot and character development

Features problem/solution sequel of events

Discussion questions and writing prompts encourage students to engage and think critically

Perfect for those that love sports

Best-selling sports fiction series - Jake Maddox