Aronson, Sarah. Beyond Lucky. (FIC ARO) After years of searching for a special soccer trading card, Ari finally finds one and is certain that the card has the power to give him luck. Unfortunately, the card gets stolen so Ari has to find a way to make his own luck before the big game.
Coy, John. Top of the Order. (FIC COY) Jackson and his best friends form the core of their baseball team’s lineup, but now a girl wants to join the team. Will she come between these good friends? More in this series: Eyes on the Goal, Love of the Game, and Taks Your Best Shot.
Feinstein, John. Last Shot: A Final Four Mystery. (FIC FEI) Winning a writing contest and going to the Final Four basketball tournament in New Orleans is Steve’s ultimate dream. However, when Steve arrives at the Superdome and overhears a suspicous conversation, he realizes that the real adventure is just beginning.
Green, Tim. Football Genius. (FIC GRE) Troy has an unusual talent for knowing what football plays are about to be called. If he can only convince Seth Halloway of the Atlanta Falcons to let him work for the team, Troy will have it made. Unfortunately, Troy’s attempts to get close to the Falcons player, may cost his mom her job. More by this author: Football Champ
Green, Tim. Rivals. (FIC GRE) Just before the biggest game of his life, Josh needs to have surgery after being hit by a pitch. While trying to recover and prepare for the big game, Josh discovers that one of the umpires may have been bribed by the opposing team.
Gutman, Dan. Roberto & Me. (FIC GUT) Joe Stoshak has used his ability to travel through time using baseball cards many times. His latest adventure has Joe traveling through time to convince Roberto Clemente not to get on the plane that crashed and ended his life. Others in this series: Honus & Me, Satch & Me, Ray & Me, Shoeless Joe & Me, Jackie & Me, Babe & Me, Abner & Me.
Gutman, Dan. Million Dollar Goal (FIC GUT) Dusk and Dawn can’t believe that their cranky old grandma has won the chance to win a million dollars by making a hockey goal at the next home game. Will the twins be able to turn velvet Elvis loving Oma into Slapshot Sophie in time for the big game? More in this series: Million Dollar Kick, The Million Dollar Putt, Million Dollar Strike, Million Dollar Shot.
Jeter, Derek. The Contract. (FIC JET) Many boys dream of playing professional baseball, but Derek Jeter wants to make that dream come true. If Derek can't earn the position of shortstop on his Kalamazoo Little League team, how can he expect to play that position for the New York Yankees. Just like a major league player, Derek is expected to sign a contract, but this contract is with his parents. If Derek is able to stay focused on school and always play his best for the team, his parents will do whatever they can to help him to follow his dream.
Lupica, Mike. The Extra Yard. (FIC LUP) Teddy Madden has been training hard and is in the best shape of his life for the start of the football season. Just as he's about to make his dream of making the team come true, his gets some unexpected news. His father, a former football star who left when Teddy was very young, is moving back to town. His father and football fill Teddy's mind and heart. Will there be room for both?
Lupica, Mike. Fantasy League. (FIC LUP) Even though he's only 12, Charlie is an expert at fantasy football. In fact, he's so good that the owner of the L.A. Bulldogs is starting to draft some of Charlie's pick on the real football team, and sports writers are beginning to notice. All the attention is beginning to affect Charlie, and some people wonder if it's all worth it.e.
Lupica, Mike. Miracle on 49th Street. Finding out that her dad is the star of the Boston Celtics isn’t what Molly hoped for. After seeing what a jerk Josh Cameron is, it’s no wonder Molly’s mom never told her about him when she was alive.
Lupica, Mike. Travel Team. (FIC LUP) The coaches of the 7th-grade travel basketball team were looking for size, so Danny Walker didn’t make the team for the first time in his life. Those coaches never expected Danny to be part of a different team that just could go all the way to the championship. Sequel: Summer Ball.
Lupica, Mike. Million Dollar Throw. (FIC LUP) Nate Brodie is a star quarterback with a once in a lifetime chance. If he can complete a pass during halftime of a Patriots game, he will win a million dollars. The hardest part will be keeping distractions like his family’s money problems and his friend’s health from getting in the way of his big chance.
Marzolo, Jean. Soccer Cousins. (EE FIC MAR) While visiting his cousin in Mexico, David gets to celebrate the Day of the Dead and take part in Miguel’s soccer tournament.
Northrop, Michael. Plunked. (FIC NOR) Without a doubt, baseball is the thing Jack loves most, and he thinks he’s got a good chance of being a starter on his team. When Jack gets “plunked” in the head by a pitch in the very first game, he loses his confidence and begins to fear the thing he loves most.
Richardson, Charisse K. The Real Lucky Charm. (FIC RIC) Since her dad gave Mia a charm bracelet when she joined her brother’s basketball team, Mia has been improving steadily. When she loses the charm bracelet, Mia loses her confidence, too. Find out the real key to Mia’s success on the court.
Ritter, John H. The Boy Who Saved Baseball. (FIC RIT) A small California town is about to lose its only baseball field to a new subdivision unless Tom Gallagher and his friends can beat the kids from the bigger city in a baseball game. With the help of a former baseball star and a mysterious boy who actually rides in on a horse, Tom believes his team might have a chance. He's just not sure he can count on the team's secret weapons on the day of the big game.
Robinson, Sharon. The Hero Two Doors Down. (FIC ROB) In 1948, Jackie Robinson was one of the most famous baseball players in the country, but he still faced discrimination. When Jackie moves into 12-year-old Steve's neighborhood, some people do not want Jackie to be there, but Steve and his parents welcome the Robinsons with open arm and open hearts. Steve hopes that a Christmas tree doesn't put a strain on the relationship between the two families. Based on a true story and written by Jackie Robinson's daughter.
Krishnaswami, Uma. Step Up to the Plate, Marie Singh. Sports Fiction (FIC KRI) Maria Singh loves playing softball, but it's 1945 and World War II means changes for everyone. They're saving everything from paper scraps to cooking grease to support the soldiers fighting overseas. When kids start teasing Maria's little brother, telling him he's not really American because his mother is from Mexico and his father is from Mexico, Maria starts to see that some things are even more important than softball. She's just not sure how to make things rights, especially when she's experiencing bullying, too.
Spinelli, Jerry. Crash. (FIC SPI) Ever since John Coogan got his first football helmet and crashed into his cousin as she entered the house he's been called Crash. He eats, sleeps, and breathes football until tragedy strikes. Then Crash is forced to rethink what's really important in life.
Tooke, Wes. King of the Mound: My Summer with Satchel Paige. (FIC TOO) After spending the past year in a hospital because of polio, Nick is finally released but has to wear a leg brace. While helping his father at the field of a semipro baseball team, Nick meets and becomes friends with Satchel Paige. Satchel teaches Nick far more than how to be a great pitcher.
Wallace, Rich. The Roar of the Crowd Winning Season series #1 (FIC WAL) Making the transition from soccer to football turns out to be harder than Manny expected, especially because he’s smaller than many of the other players. Manny is determined to prove to the coach, his teammates, and even to himself that he is able to contribute to the team despite his size. More in this series.
Wiles, Deborah. Aurora County All-Stars. (FIC WIL) With only one baseball game a year, the Aurora County All-Stars have got to win this year. Last year their star pitcher was out with a broken elbow. This year the game is threatened because the town’s anniversary pageant is on the same day, and the mom’s want their baseball loving children to skip the game to perform in the pageant instead. Finding a solution that makes everyone happy will be quite a challenge. Bluestem Nominee 2010-2011.
Ylvisaker, Anne. Button Down. (FIC YLV) Ned's got football fever and can't believe his luck. First it was good luck because he caught the football thrown by the local football sensation just before he left town to play for the University of Iowa in 1929. All too quickly Ned's luck changed to bad luck when the football was taken away by a bully. With hard work and the help of Ned's great-granddaddy, Ned's luck just might change again.
Coy, John. Top of the Order. (FIC COY) Jackson and his best friends form the core of their baseball team’s lineup, but now a girl wants to join the team. Will she come between these good friends? More in this series: Eyes on the Goal, Love of the Game, and Taks Your Best Shot.
Feinstein, John. Last Shot: A Final Four Mystery. (FIC FEI) Winning a writing contest and going to the Final Four basketball tournament in New Orleans is Steve’s ultimate dream. However, when Steve arrives at the Superdome and overhears a suspicous conversation, he realizes that the real adventure is just beginning.
Green, Tim. Football Genius. (FIC GRE) Troy has an unusual talent for knowing what football plays are about to be called. If he can only convince Seth Halloway of the Atlanta Falcons to let him work for the team, Troy will have it made. Unfortunately, Troy’s attempts to get close to the Falcons player, may cost his mom her job. More by this author: Football Champ
Green, Tim. Rivals. (FIC GRE) Just before the biggest game of his life, Josh needs to have surgery after being hit by a pitch. While trying to recover and prepare for the big game, Josh discovers that one of the umpires may have been bribed by the opposing team.
Gutman, Dan. Roberto & Me. (FIC GUT) Joe Stoshak has used his ability to travel through time using baseball cards many times. His latest adventure has Joe traveling through time to convince Roberto Clemente not to get on the plane that crashed and ended his life. Others in this series: Honus & Me, Satch & Me, Ray & Me, Shoeless Joe & Me, Jackie & Me, Babe & Me, Abner & Me.
Gutman, Dan. Million Dollar Goal (FIC GUT) Dusk and Dawn can’t believe that their cranky old grandma has won the chance to win a million dollars by making a hockey goal at the next home game. Will the twins be able to turn velvet Elvis loving Oma into Slapshot Sophie in time for the big game? More in this series: Million Dollar Kick, The Million Dollar Putt, Million Dollar Strike, Million Dollar Shot.
Jeter, Derek. The Contract. (FIC JET) Many boys dream of playing professional baseball, but Derek Jeter wants to make that dream come true. If Derek can't earn the position of shortstop on his Kalamazoo Little League team, how can he expect to play that position for the New York Yankees. Just like a major league player, Derek is expected to sign a contract, but this contract is with his parents. If Derek is able to stay focused on school and always play his best for the team, his parents will do whatever they can to help him to follow his dream.
Lupica, Mike. The Extra Yard. (FIC LUP) Teddy Madden has been training hard and is in the best shape of his life for the start of the football season. Just as he's about to make his dream of making the team come true, his gets some unexpected news. His father, a former football star who left when Teddy was very young, is moving back to town. His father and football fill Teddy's mind and heart. Will there be room for both?
Lupica, Mike. Fantasy League. (FIC LUP) Even though he's only 12, Charlie is an expert at fantasy football. In fact, he's so good that the owner of the L.A. Bulldogs is starting to draft some of Charlie's pick on the real football team, and sports writers are beginning to notice. All the attention is beginning to affect Charlie, and some people wonder if it's all worth it.e.
Lupica, Mike. Miracle on 49th Street. Finding out that her dad is the star of the Boston Celtics isn’t what Molly hoped for. After seeing what a jerk Josh Cameron is, it’s no wonder Molly’s mom never told her about him when she was alive.
Lupica, Mike. Travel Team. (FIC LUP) The coaches of the 7th-grade travel basketball team were looking for size, so Danny Walker didn’t make the team for the first time in his life. Those coaches never expected Danny to be part of a different team that just could go all the way to the championship. Sequel: Summer Ball.
Lupica, Mike. Million Dollar Throw. (FIC LUP) Nate Brodie is a star quarterback with a once in a lifetime chance. If he can complete a pass during halftime of a Patriots game, he will win a million dollars. The hardest part will be keeping distractions like his family’s money problems and his friend’s health from getting in the way of his big chance.
Marzolo, Jean. Soccer Cousins. (EE FIC MAR) While visiting his cousin in Mexico, David gets to celebrate the Day of the Dead and take part in Miguel’s soccer tournament.
Northrop, Michael. Plunked. (FIC NOR) Without a doubt, baseball is the thing Jack loves most, and he thinks he’s got a good chance of being a starter on his team. When Jack gets “plunked” in the head by a pitch in the very first game, he loses his confidence and begins to fear the thing he loves most.
Richardson, Charisse K. The Real Lucky Charm. (FIC RIC) Since her dad gave Mia a charm bracelet when she joined her brother’s basketball team, Mia has been improving steadily. When she loses the charm bracelet, Mia loses her confidence, too. Find out the real key to Mia’s success on the court.
Ritter, John H. The Boy Who Saved Baseball. (FIC RIT) A small California town is about to lose its only baseball field to a new subdivision unless Tom Gallagher and his friends can beat the kids from the bigger city in a baseball game. With the help of a former baseball star and a mysterious boy who actually rides in on a horse, Tom believes his team might have a chance. He's just not sure he can count on the team's secret weapons on the day of the big game.
Robinson, Sharon. The Hero Two Doors Down. (FIC ROB) In 1948, Jackie Robinson was one of the most famous baseball players in the country, but he still faced discrimination. When Jackie moves into 12-year-old Steve's neighborhood, some people do not want Jackie to be there, but Steve and his parents welcome the Robinsons with open arm and open hearts. Steve hopes that a Christmas tree doesn't put a strain on the relationship between the two families. Based on a true story and written by Jackie Robinson's daughter.
Krishnaswami, Uma. Step Up to the Plate, Marie Singh. Sports Fiction (FIC KRI) Maria Singh loves playing softball, but it's 1945 and World War II means changes for everyone. They're saving everything from paper scraps to cooking grease to support the soldiers fighting overseas. When kids start teasing Maria's little brother, telling him he's not really American because his mother is from Mexico and his father is from Mexico, Maria starts to see that some things are even more important than softball. She's just not sure how to make things rights, especially when she's experiencing bullying, too.
Spinelli, Jerry. Crash. (FIC SPI) Ever since John Coogan got his first football helmet and crashed into his cousin as she entered the house he's been called Crash. He eats, sleeps, and breathes football until tragedy strikes. Then Crash is forced to rethink what's really important in life.
Tooke, Wes. King of the Mound: My Summer with Satchel Paige. (FIC TOO) After spending the past year in a hospital because of polio, Nick is finally released but has to wear a leg brace. While helping his father at the field of a semipro baseball team, Nick meets and becomes friends with Satchel Paige. Satchel teaches Nick far more than how to be a great pitcher.
Wallace, Rich. The Roar of the Crowd Winning Season series #1 (FIC WAL) Making the transition from soccer to football turns out to be harder than Manny expected, especially because he’s smaller than many of the other players. Manny is determined to prove to the coach, his teammates, and even to himself that he is able to contribute to the team despite his size. More in this series.
Wiles, Deborah. Aurora County All-Stars. (FIC WIL) With only one baseball game a year, the Aurora County All-Stars have got to win this year. Last year their star pitcher was out with a broken elbow. This year the game is threatened because the town’s anniversary pageant is on the same day, and the mom’s want their baseball loving children to skip the game to perform in the pageant instead. Finding a solution that makes everyone happy will be quite a challenge. Bluestem Nominee 2010-2011.
Ylvisaker, Anne. Button Down. (FIC YLV) Ned's got football fever and can't believe his luck. First it was good luck because he caught the football thrown by the local football sensation just before he left town to play for the University of Iowa in 1929. All too quickly Ned's luck changed to bad luck when the football was taken away by a bully. With hard work and the help of Ned's great-granddaddy, Ned's luck just might change again.