Children & Young Adults Fiction - Sports & Recreation - Basketball

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The Sixth Man (The Triple Threat, 2)

John Feinstein

Perfect for sports-loving kids and fans of books by Mike Lupica,book two in the Triple Threat series byNew York Times bestselling author John Feinstein delivers a hard-hitting account of prejudice and perseverance on the basketball co...

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Published: Sep 2016

Wings to Fly

Howard Flamm

Wings to Fly is a book about gaining confidence and working to succeed told from the perspective of a young girl who loves to play basketball. She is often left out by her teammates until she meets her guardian angel who teaches her t...

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Published: Apr 2020

Diary of a Basketball Hero

Shamini Flint

Marcus Atkinson is a basketball boss (not!)—but his dad is convinced that Marcus has magic in his bounce. Marcus's humorous adventures are perfect for newly independent and reluctant readers. Marcus is a math whiz who is not good at...

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Published: May 2015

Rivals: (A Game Changer companion nov...

Tommy Greenwald

From the author of the award-winning Game Changer comes a gripping novel about two student-athletes searching for stardom, a young reporter searching for the truth, and a crosstown basketball rivalry that goes too far The people of W...

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Published: Aug 2022

Free Throw (Lorimer Sports Stories)

Jacqueline Guest

Matthew Eagletail is the star player for the Warriors, his basketball team on the Tsuu Tíina First Nation near Calgary. When his mother remarries, everything in Matthew's life is suddenly different and new: a new school, a new father...

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Published: Feb 2011

Triple Threat (Lorimer Sports Stories...

Jacqueline Guest

Matthew Eagletail can't wait until his online friend John Salton flies from San Francisco to Bragg Creek, Alberta for a summer visit. John is almost as big a basketball fan as Matt is, and dreams of being the first coach in the NBA to...

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Published: Feb 2011

We Are Family

Lebron James

Kids have big dreams. And when those dreams are on the line, how far are they willing to go to achieve them? When Jayden and his teammates find out there’s not going to be a Hoop Group this year—and maybe ever again—...

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Published: Apr 2023

Dream Big: Michael Jordan and the Pur...

Deloris Jordan

It's never too soon to dream big—or to take action! Pursue excellence with this inspiring picture book from the mother of star basketball player Michael Jordan.Before Michael Jordan was a record-breaking athlete, he was a young boy ...

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Published: May 2014

Basketball Break

CC Joven

Lucas likes basketball, but he is a ball hog. Can Lucas learn to pass the ball? This Starting Line Reader showcases how to be a team player.

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Published: Feb 2017

Bounce Back

Hena Khan

From the critically acclaimed author of Amina's Voice comes the third book in an exciting middle grade series about a scrawny fourth-grader with big dreams of basketball stardom.Zayd has a plan. He's ready to take the reins as team ca...

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Published: Oct 2018

On Point

Hena Khan

From the critically acclaimed author of Amina's Voice comes the second book in an exciting new middle grade series about a scrawny fourth-grader with big dreams of basketball stardom.Now that Zayd has made the Gold Team, he's hustling...

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Published: May 2018

Power Forward

Hena Khan

From the critically acclaimed author of Amina's Voice comes the first book in an exciting new middle grade series about a fourth-grader with big dreams of basketball stardom.Fourth grader Zayd Saleem has some serious hoop dreams. He's...

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Published: May 2018

Zayd Saleem, Chasing the Dream: Power...

Hena Khan

Discover the struggles and triumphs of fourth-grader Zayd Saleem as he pursues his dream of being a basketball star in this bind-up of the complete middle grade series from the acclaimed author of Amina’s Voiceand More to the St...

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Published: Aug 2020

Long Shot

Mike Lupica

Pedro Morales loves playing basketball, but he's more of a team guy than a star - that would be Ned Hancock, the best player in their entire town. The two boys get along well, but their friendship is threatened when Pedro decides to r...

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Published: Mar 2010

The Half-Court Hero

Mike Lupica

#1 New York Times bestseller Mike Lupica begins an exciting new chapter book series, perfect for fans of Cam Jansen, featuring his trademark sports action and heart, and a lovable twin brother-sister duo who solve sports-related myste...

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Published: May 2018

True Legend

Mike Lupica

#1 New York Times bestseller Mike Lupica makes his return to the basketball court! There's a reason teammates call him "True." Because for basketball phenom Drew Robinson, there is nothing more true than his talent on the co...

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Published: May 2013

Athlete vs. Mathlete: Time-Out

W. C. Mack

There’s only one slot left at the local basketball camp, and both Russ and Owen Evans want it, but it goes to Owen. Russ’s only option is the “Multi-Sport Sampler” camp, and he’s anything but enthusiastic.When the twins arri...

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Published: Jul 2014

A Taste for Victory (Jake Maddox Grap...

Jake Maddox

Hank Watson enjoys helping his basketball team win big games. However, his true passion is cooking. Hank doesn't tell his team that he likes to cook because he's afraid they'll make fun of him. When an opportunity arises to meet celeb...

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Published: Aug 2020

Basketball Battles (Jake Maddox: JV)

Jake Maddox

Raven is dealing with a lot—her grandmother’s recent death, a knee injury from an accident, and a tiff with her best friend. But she’s determined to prove to her basketball coach that her knee is in good enough shape...

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Published: Jan 2024

Beyond Basketball (Jake Maddox JV Gir...

Jake Maddox

Juniper Jackson is the tallest girl on the team. She might also be the least interested. But with her dad as the coach―and the kind of height that gives her a serious advantage―Juniper needs to figure out how to find something to ...

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Published: Aug 2018

Free Throw Fail (Jake Maddox JV)

Jake Maddox

Jake's jump shot is as good as money in the bank, but when he heads to the foul line . . . clank! If Jake doesn't find a way to solve his free throw woes, his coach will have no choice but to put him on the pine. Will Jake nail it, or...

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Published: Aug 2017

Full-court Mess (Jake Maddox Jv Myste...

Jake Maddox

Lisa Vega and her basketball teammates are thrilled when they make it into the regional playoffs. But before they can play their first game, they discover that their school gym has been vandalized. Paint is splattered everywhere. The ...

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Published: Aug 2021

Home Court (Jake Maddox JV)

Jake Maddox

Lew loves playing on his community center's basketball team. He is shocked when he learns that the community center might be shutting down, jeopardizing the future of the team. With no school teams available to them, Lew and his frien...

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Published: Aug 2020

Nothing but Net (Jake Maddox Girl Spo...

Jake Maddox

Layla loves playing basketball, especially with her best friend, Danika. Now, after spending most of the summer getting ready for tryouts, Layla is eager to move from substitute player to becoming one of the starting five. When tryout...

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Published: Aug 2020

Pick and Roll (Jake Maddox Sports Sto...

Jake Maddox

Roman is the point guard for the Bulldogs, and he’s worried about his team and their startling lack of a center. But when big man Sebastian shows up, the Bulldogs are ecstatic . . . until they see that Sebastian’s coordination has...

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Published: Aug 2018

Point Guard Prank (Jake Maddox Sports...

Jake Maddox

Someone keeps playing pranks on Ryan and it is starting to affect how he plays basketball. Who is the big prankster and why are they out to get Ryan?

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Published: Aug 2012

Rebound Time (Jake Maddox)

Jake Maddox

Sarit doesnt want to play basketball now that her dad is no longer the coach. Can she rebound and learn to love the game, even without him there?

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Published: Jan 2013

Roster Rebound (Jake Maddox Sports St...

Jake Maddox

Nina’s basketball dreams have been dashed. After moving to a small town, she learns her new school doesn’t have enough players to form a girls b-ball team. Nina is bummed until she finds out the boys team is short one play...

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Published: Aug 2023

Wildcats Slam Dunk (Jake Maddox Sport...

Jake Maddox

It takes each player on the Wildcats basketball team to win. Their captain, Trey, plays with speed and smarts. Isaac, a point guard, knows how to lead the team. PJ, a center, is tall and quick. And Daniel, a forward, has guts and powe...

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Published: Aug 2010

Bouncing Back

Scott Ostler

Packed with humor and thrilling sports action, this \"wonderful story of friendship and the unique ability of kids to overcome a challenge\" (#1 New York Timesbestselling author Mitch Albom) \"will get in your heart and won\'t get out...

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Published: Oct 2020
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