Books like 'The Million Dollar Kick'
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Rivals by Tim Green
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsCooperstown! Josh is thrilled when all his hard training pays off in a big way and his team, the Titans, makes it to a national tournament in Cooperstown, home of the National Baseball Hall of Fame. More is on the line for Josh than just a trophy. Winning would mean everything to his dad—now Josh's coach... -
![They Shoot Canoes, Don't They? by Patrick F. McManus]()
They Shoot Canoes, Don't They? by Patrick F. McManus
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsMcManus celebrates the hidden pleasures, unappreciated lore, and opportunities for disaster to be found in such outdoor recreations as camping, hunting, and fishing... -
![A Little Too Close (Madigan Mountain) by Rebecca Yarros]()
A Little Too Close (Madigan Mountain) by Rebecca Yarros
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsFrom USA Today bestselling author Rebecca Yarros comes a small town, single parent romance.Nine years ago, Weston Madigan saved me. I came to Colorado penniless, heartbroken, and pregnant, searching for a fresh start. Weston gave me a job at his family’s resort, then left the next day and never returned, not even to visit... -
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Baseball Great by Tim Green
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsFrom New York Times bestselling author and former NFL player Tim Green comes a baseball book pulsing with action. Baseball Great offers a baseball story attuned to today’s headlines, a totally involving, character-driven, sports-centered thriller. Perfect for fans of Mike Lupica. As a young reviewer on Brightly... -
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![Football Hero Unabridged Da by Tim Green]()
Football Hero Unabridged Da by Tim Green
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsTy Lewis is elated when the school coach recruits him for the football team. Unfortunately, Ty's Uncle Gus his guardian since the death of Ty's parents insists the boy has no time for sports. He has to earn his keep by scrubbing toilets for Gus's cleaning service... -
![The DH by John Feinstein]()
The DH by John Feinstein
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPerfect for sports-loving kids and fans of books by Mike Lupica, book three in the Triple Threat series by New York Times bestselling sports writer John Feinstein explores what happens when athletes break the rules in this novel of tested friendships and high-stakes baseball... -
![Bea Is for Blended by Lindsey Stoddard]()
Bea Is for Blended by Lindsey Stoddard
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsGirl p ower scores a goal in this uplifting story of teamwork, new beginnings, and coming together to fight for what’s right—perfect for fans of Lisa Graff and Lynda Mullaly Hunt. Bea and her mom have always been a two-person team. But now her mom is marrying Wendell, and their team is growing by three boys, two dogs, and a cat... -
![I Promise by LeBron James]()
I Promise by LeBron James
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsNBA champion and superstar LeBron James pens a slam-dunk picture book inspired by his foundation’s I PROMISE program that motivates children everywhere to always #StriveForGreatness.Just a kid from Akron, Ohio, who is dedicated to uplifting youth everywhere, LeBron James knows the key to a better future is to excel in school, do your best, and keep your family close... -
![First Flight, Final Fall by C.W. Farnsworth]()
First Flight, Final Fall by C.W. Farnsworth
Rated: 4.23 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWhat do you do when you encounter the famous footballer voted “Sexiest Athlete Alive” three years running on a soccer field in Germany? If you’re Saylor Scott, you challenge him to a shoot-out. And win. Saylor’s goals have always involved the literal kind constructed from posts and netting... -
![Unexpected Dreams by Isabelle Peterson]()
Unexpected Dreams by Isabelle Peterson
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDivorce is a big change... But there are bigger ones. A few months after his divorce and may failed blind dates, Greg Fairchild met Tanner Williams. What started out as a good friendship unexpectedly turned into something that Greg didn't know what do with...attraction. Why would he be attracted to a man? He had been a ladies man back in the day... -
![Private Lives, Public Property by Jessie L. Star]()
Private Lives, Public Property by Jessie L. Star
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratings"You said you didn't know me," I said, my voice coming out a lot gruffer than I'd intended. "Lucas Goodspeed," I stuck out my hand and, after a moment's hesitation, she took it, her hand small and soft against my rough palm. "23 years old, Full Forward for the Coastal Crocs, and your new one true love...Categorized as:
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![The Bad Boy's Dance by Vera Calloway]()
The Bad Boy's Dance by Vera Calloway
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratings"Don't pretend that you don't feel this, Ivy. Because if you don't... I'll just have to keep trying until you do." After a nightmare of a past relationship, you'd think Ivy deserved to finish her senior year in peace. But no, that just wasn't possible if Asher Grayson had anything to say about it. Think you've seen bad boys? You haven't seen anything yet... -
![Scoring Chance by Brittney Mulliner]()
Scoring Chance by Brittney Mulliner
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsCan a woman with a wounded past teach an arrogant hockey player humility or is she setting them both up for failure? Amelia Curtis jumped at the chance to move to Salt Lake after getting a job offer to work with Madeline Murray at a physical therapy clinic. It’s not her dream job, but it offers exactly what she needs right now - a fresh start... -
![The Grover Beach Companion Books by Anna Katmore, Piper Shelly]()
The Grover Beach Companion Books by Anna Katmore, Piper Shelly
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPLAY WITH ME & RYAN HUNTER (boxed set) Ryan Hunter's parties are legend. And tonight she's going to be there. Liza Matthews anticipates the return of her best friend and only love since kindergarten from soccer camp. But when Tony finally shows up, his mind is more focused on another girl. And worse, she's a soccer player... -
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![Our Pool by Lucy Ruth Cummins]()
Our Pool by Lucy Ruth Cummins
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsOn a hot day, people come from all over the city to spend the day at the pool in this joyful picture book that’s a love song to summer, the city, community, and staying cool!Today is a pool day in the city! The sun is shining, so what are you waiting for? Friends and family. Kids and grandparents. Big bodies and small bodies... -
![The Christmas Groom by Taylor Hart]()
The Christmas Groom by Taylor Hart
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsNathan Pennington, aka billionaire attorney, had only one idea on his mind the week before Christmas…forget about the past year and enjoy the beautiful Park City ski slopes. His plan was working, until some annoying ski bunny sprayed snow in his face. Her rudeness wasn’t something he could let slide... -
![Extras All For The Game by Nora Sakavic]()
Extras All For The Game by Nora Sakavic
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsEXTRAS ALL FOR THE GAME NOTE FROM TRANSLATORS: Nora uploaded extra content about the trilogy to her Tumblr page Korakos. You will be able to find information about the life of the Foxes after The King's Man, Andrew and Neil's content, Renee's past and things that you probably wondered when reading the trilogy... -
![Reach for Tomorrow by Lurlene McDaniel]()
Reach for Tomorrow by Lurlene McDaniel
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsKatie O'Roark is thrilled to learn that Jenny House is being rebuilt. After the fire last year, Katie thought she could never return to the camp, where she spent the summers with teens like her who faced medical odds stacked against them. But thanks to Richard Holloway's efforts, Katie and her longtime friends Lacey and Chelsea will work as counselors once again... -
![Game Changers by Mike Lupica]()
Game Changers by Mike Lupica
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsBen McBain is every football team's dream player. He's a jack-of-all-trades guy that can handle almost any position. When the game is on the line, Ben's number is the one being called for the final play. But Ben wants to be the starting quarterback and the one thing standing in his way is the coach's son.Shawn O'Brien looks the part... -
![Miss Nelson Has a Field Day by Harry G. Allard Jr.]()
Miss Nelson Has a Field Day by Harry G. Allard Jr.
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsIn this companion to Miss Nelson Is Missing —the classic, hilarious story of a misbehaving class—the notorious Miss Swamp returns to Horace B. Smedley School to coach their failing football team. The Smedley Tornadoes haven't won a game all year, and the entire school is down in the dumps... -
![Summer Ball by Mike Lupica]()
Summer Ball by Mike Lupica
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsThe sequel to the #1 New York Times bestseller Travel Team! When you’re the smallest kid playing a big man’s game, the challenges never stop—especially when your name is Danny Walker. Leading your travel team to the national championship may seem like a dream come true, but for Danny, being at the top just means the competition tries that much harder to knock him off... -
![The Mike Lupica Collection by Mike Lupica]()
The Mike Lupica Collection by Mike Lupica
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThree of New York Times bestseller Mike Lupica’s wildly popular sports stories gathered together in one box! Baseball and basketball fans will rejoice, for all of their favorite novels are available in one gorgeous... -
![Rough Waters by Nikki Chartier]()
Rough Waters by Nikki Chartier
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHaley's future has been waiting on the west coast for the past year, but she isn't the only new face in Crescent Cove this summer. When Colby Taylor's parents locate him and interrupt his surf competition, the surf star spirals out of control, dragging Drenaline Surf's reputation through the mud and into the ground with him... -
![Undergrounders by David Skuy]()
Undergrounders by David Skuy
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe most important thing was to eat. I hadn’t had a thing since yesterday before the game. Funny how important it had been, and now I couldn’t care less — I had way bigger problems than playing hockey with a bunch of idiots. I needed to hawk some money real bad. Ever since his mom died, Jonathon has been on his own, living on the streets... -
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![Wish Upon a Cowboy by Jennie Marts]()
Wish Upon a Cowboy by Jennie Marts
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHot on the ice and tall in the saddle...Rancher and hockey coach Logan Rivers' attempts to hire a housekeeper are hindered by women more interested in marriage than meal-planning. So when snarky Harper Evans arrives with zero romantic interest in him, he couldn't be happier. But as he gets to know her, he finds himself hungering for more than her cooking... -
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Finding You by Elizabeth Lee
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsBeing the wild child has worked for Mallory Vandaveer for most of her life. She’s the good time girl, up for anything–and everyone in her small town knows it. But when her sister came home after years of being away, long hidden secrets came out. Turns out, Mallory isn’t who she thought she was. And now everything starts to feel like a lie... -
![Summer Alone by Amy Sparling]()
Summer Alone by Amy Sparling
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsBecca's senior year of high school is approaching and she's tired of being the dorky best friend. Determined to reinvent herself with help from Bayleigh, she plans to spend the summer breaking out of her shell. When Bayleigh gets grounded and sent away for three months, Becca's plans come crashing down before they've even started. Now Becca is alone and can't even talk to Bayleigh on the phone... -
![The Kicker and the New Girl by Anne-Marie Meyer, Maggie Dallen]()
The Kicker and the New Girl by Anne-Marie Meyer, Maggie Dallen
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHe's just trying to survive. He never thought she would be the one who would understand. CoraWe're starting over. Mom and Dad think the best way for me to move on from the death of Ben is to move to Oakwood. There, we can spend time with Mom's late best friend's family and open a new bakery. And I'm okay with that...Categorized as:
sports realistic romance young-adult high-school fake-relationship audiobook fiction -
![I Do by Elizabeth Chandler]()
I Do by Elizabeth Chandler
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWeddings are the perfect place to fall in love... Jane is not looking forward to being the maid of honor in her cousin Stacy's wedding. To make matters worse, Adam, the biggest jerk at Tilson High, is going to be the best man! The last thing Jane wants to do is walk down the aisle with him. But the more Jane gets to know Adam, the more she realizes that he's actually a very cool guy... -
![Skating the Line by Stephanie Kay]()
Skating the Line by Stephanie Kay
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAmanda Pearsall never wanted to put down roots. To trust putting her happiness in someone else’s hands. Her mother tried that—repeatedly—with disastrous results and Amanda is not interested. You can’t get your heart crushed if you bail before it starts beating. Six years ago, she put California in her rear-view mirror and set out to travel the world, one adventure at a time... -
![Play Ball Amelia Bedelia by Peggy Parish]()
Play Ball Amelia Bedelia by Peggy Parish
Rated: 4.06 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsThe lovable, hilarious Amelia Bedelia is back, filling in for a sick player on the Grizzlies baseball team. Watch out! Because nobody plays ball like Amerila Bedelia... -
![The Cell Phone Swap by DoNotMicrowave]()
The Cell Phone Swap by DoNotMicrowave
Rated: 4.05 of 5 stars · 19 ratingsKeeley accidentally swaps cell phones with a rivaling high school’s star quarterback. Unable to switch back until a week later, she must interact with the arrogant boy, passing along texts and voicemails. As she gets to know him better, she realizes there’s more to him than sexual innuendos and egotistical comments... -
![The Final Four by Paul Volponi]()
The Final Four by Paul Volponi
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsFour players with one thing in common: the will to winMalcolm wants to get to the NBA ASAP. Roko wants to be the pride of his native Croatia. Crispin wants the girl of his dreams. M.J. just wants a chance.March Madness is in full swing, and there are only four teams left in the NCAA basketball championship... -
![One on One by Tabitha King, Stephen King]()
One on One by Tabitha King, Stephen King
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsA high school basketball star and a defiant outcast discover a profound love that sustains them through a triumphant but painful year... -
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![White House Autumn by Ellen Emerson White]()
White House Autumn by Ellen Emerson White
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsAfter ten months of living in the White House, seventeen-year old Meghan Powers knew she should be used to the pressures of life in the spotlight-but she wasn't.In addition to the usual senior year worries-college applications and Josh, her first serious boyfriend-Meg had to live up to what was expected from the President's daughter... -
![Guys Do Not Do Secret Santa by Miranda Kenneally]()
Guys Do Not Do Secret Santa by Miranda Kenneally
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsA Catching Jordan short story (9 months before Catching Jordan...Categorized as:
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![McKenna by Mary Casanova]()
McKenna by Mary Casanova
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsTen-year-old McKenna has always been a good student-and great at gymnastics. So when her grades suddenly begin to fall, her teacher suggests a little extra help from a tutor. McKenna is horrified until she meets her tutor, Josie, a super-confident girl who also happens to be in a wheelchair. Josie encourages McKenna to focus on her strengths and work toward her goals one day at a time...Categorized as:
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Box Out by John Coy
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsJohn Coy turns to the high-stakes world of high school basketball in this fast-paced YA novel.Liam has just been bumped up to starter on the varsity basketball team, and the pressure's on. With the girls' team heading to State, the boys' team is under even greater scrutiny than usual in Liam's small midwestern town...Categorized as:
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![The Last Field Party by Abbi Glines]()
The Last Field Party by Abbi Glines
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe seventh and final book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Field Party series—a Southern soap opera filled with football, cute boys, and pick-up trucks—from USA TODAY bestselling author Abbi Glines. Five years after the Lawton High football team last took the field, everyone is gathering for a special event back home in Alabama. But coming back together brings up memories from the past... -
![How Do You Dance? by Thyra Heder]()
How Do You Dance? by Thyra Heder
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA playful picture book that urges readers to bop, bounce, and shake from the author of Fraidyzoo There are so many ways to dance! You can jiggle or wiggle or stomp. You can bop or bounce or go completely nuts. You can dance at the market or the bus stop, with your fingers or your face. You can dance because you’re happy or even because you’re sad... -
![The Field by Baptiste Paul]()
The Field by Baptiste Paul
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratings“Vini! Come! The field calls!” cries a girl as she and her younger brother rouse their community—family, friends, and the local fruit vendor—for a pickup soccer (futbol) game. Boys and girls, young and old, players and spectators come running—bearing balls, shoes, goals, and a love of the sport...Categorized as:
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![What You Always Wanted by Kristin Rae]()
What You Always Wanted by Kristin Rae
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsEnjoy What You Always Wanted and the other standalone titles in Bloomsbury's contemporary If Only romance line centered around an impossible you always want what you can't have !Maddie Brooks has always had high standards for guys. But she has yet to find one who can live up to the romantic, classic Hollywood heartthrobs, especially the dreamy song-and-dance man Gene Kelly...Categorized as:
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![The Summer of '98: A QB Bad Boy Novel by Tay Marley]()
The Summer of '98: A QB Bad Boy Novel by Tay Marley
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsEvery passion has its price. Before Drayton and Dallas, there was Ellie and Leroy . . .With the prequel to her smash hit The QB Bad Boy and Me, rising star Tay Marley returns to tell the story of Drayton’s parents and the summer that changed everything . . .Sometimes home isn’t a place, it’s a person. From the moment their eyes met, Ellie knew he would be her destiny... -
![Harlan's Race by Patricia Nell Warren]()
Harlan's Race by Patricia Nell Warren
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIn 1974, The Front Runner was published, a novel of love and loss that became a best-loved classic about gay life. Now, twenty years later, comes the sequel - a story of passion, and victory pulled from defeat. After his young athlete lover is assassinated on the Olympic track in Montreal, coach Harlan Brown is forced to enter the race of his life... -
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![A Morning with Grandpa by Sylvia Liu]()
A Morning with Grandpa by Sylvia Liu
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsMei Mei's grandpa is practicing tai chi in the garden, and Mei Mei is eager to join in. As Gong Gong tries to teach her the slow, graceful movements, Mei Mei enthusiastically does them with her own flair. Then Mei Mei takes a turn, trying to teach Gong Gong the yoga she learned in school... -
![Drop Pass by Brittney Mulliner]()
Drop Pass by Brittney Mulliner
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe last thing Elena Curtis expected to do while on assignment to cover the year’s largest winter storm was to meet and crush on Nikolay Kozlov. He’s stubborn, abrasive, and used to being in charge. His gruff personality should be enough to keep her away, but there’s something about him that draws her to him like chaser to a category five hurricane... -
![Breaking the Ice by Gail Nall]()
Breaking the Ice by Gail Nall
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsKaitlin has always dreamed of being a champion figure skater, and she’s given up a lot to pursue her passion. But after having a totally uncharacteristic and decidedly NOT figure-skating-approved tantrum after getting her scores at a major competition she’s dropped by her coach and prestigious skating club...Categorized as:
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![Betsy and the Boys by Carolyn Haywood]()
Betsy and the Boys by Carolyn Haywood
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsCarolyn Haywood's stories about her irrepressible character Betsy have never been out of print, and now, thanks to dynamic new covers, the Betsy books will find their way onto the bookshelves of modern young readers--and into the hearts of a whole new generation. It's a new year, and Betsy has a new wish: She is going to play football on the boys' team... -
![The Heart Has Forever by Kerry Blair]()
The Heart Has Forever by Kerry Blair
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAndi Reynolds has fallen reluctantly—but joyfully—in love with sports superstar Greg Howland. Despite his conversion to the gospel, Greg is surrounded by people who want to exploit his fame and wealth. It is a constant battle to find time for his new faith…and his new love... -
![Ice Hard by Tracy Goodwin]()
Ice Hard by Tracy Goodwin
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHockey’s resident bad boy is hell on skates. But when he falls in love, he falls hard. “Tracy Goodwin is an author to watch.”—Kelly Jamieson, USA Today bestselling author of the Aces Hockey series Nick: As one of the New York Nighthawks, I’ve got it all: fame, success, wealth, plus I’m handsome as hell. As for my relationships? They could be better...
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