Children’s / Teenage fiction: Sporting stories

Outfielder Ichiro Suzuki has been one of Major League Baseball's (MLB) best players for more than ten years.

Baseball has long been dubbed America's national pastime.

In 2013, New York Yankees relief pitcher Mariano Rivera announced he would retire after playing 19 seasons in the major leagues.

Bryce Harper always wanted to play Major League Baseball (MLB).

Mike Trout's size and speed have made him a standout baseball player, even in his earliest games.

Luc doesn't like to fight.

Myles McReary is trying to save up enough money to bring his family over from Ireland.

Will's father is running for mayor.

Carmelo Anthony has had an incredible basketball career.

Robert Griffin III is one of the most exciting young quarterbacks in the National Football League (NFL).

Kevin Love knows how to win basketball games.

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck has had incredible success playing at the highest levels of football.

From kicking the ball to scoring a touchdown, football is fun!

From dribbling the ball to shooting a basket, basketball is fun!

From batting the ball to making a catch, baseball is fun!

Eddie King dreams of drag racing.

Ever since James turned old enough to drive, he's wanted to enter his Ford Focus ST in the street races downtown.

An Acura Integra has been in Penny's family's garage for years.

April Sinclair just wants what any normal thirteen-year-old would want: to disown her parents and obnoxious little sisters; to escape to summer camp ASAP with her two best friends, Billy and Brynn; and to make a good impression on Matt Parker, the hot new boy next door.

The Dino-Wrestling Jamboree is ON!

Miguel Cabrera always knew that he wanted to be a baseball player.

When Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg was picked first in the 2009 Major League Baseball (MLB) draft, some people called him the most-hyped young pitcher ever.

Justin Verlander has been one of the top pitchers in Major League Baseball (MLB) since he joined the Detroit Tigers in 2006.

"e;Tim Tebow is a one-man cultural blitz,"e; reports USA TODAY, The Nation's No.

Lena Blackburne loved baseball.

"e;There are no baths at camp!

As a defender for the Fraser High girls soccer team, Addie used to be ready for anything.

Between finishing late school projects and looking after her brothers and sister, Faith Patel barely has time to play soccer.

Since they were six-year-olds, Madison and Dayton have had soccer sync.

It's the start of a new soccer season, and Lacy Sheridan is anxious.

Alyssa Duncan is a beast on the soccer field.

In 1936, the New York Yankees wanted to test a hot prospect named Joe DiMaggio to see if he was ready for the big leagues.

It had been only twenty-four hours since Mighty Casey struck out, plunging fans of the Mudville team into gloom and despair.

Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning is one of the most successful players in NFL history.

Yao Ming is a force on the basketball court.

Although Tony Dungy was passed over in the 1977 NFL draft, Coach Chuck Noll of the Pittsburgh Steelers recognized his athleticism and understanding of the game and signed him as a free agent.

Think you know all there is to know about Tom Brady?

When Tim Tebow left the University of Florida in 2010, many people didn't think he would be good enough to play quarterback in the NFL.

Green Bay Packers linebacker Clay Matthews has had incredible success in just a few years in the NFL.

Wide receiver Calvin Johnson was chosen by the Detroit Lions with the second pick in the 2007 National Football League (NFL) draft.

Whether he's soaring through the air for a powerful slam dunk, threading the ball to a teammate for a key shot, or launching a new pair of Nikes, the Miami Heat's LeBron James is one of the most exciting athletes in the world.

The Boston Marathon, a race of 26.

CATCHING-101: The Complete Guide for Baseball Catchers is the most comprehensive book ever written for baseball catchers.

**Winner of 2020 Northern Lights Book Awards Author/Illustrator Category**The sweet story of being invisible and becoming seen.

Ken Puckett was a typical fifteen year old growing up in a small town, USA.

James Kelly is a natural athlete who lives to play Little League baseball.

Learn about the incredible life of Rafa Nadal, the dedicated sportsperson who's tenacity and drive has inspired young athletes across the world.

Hannah must rely on her survival instincts to endure a brutal ice storm and save her family.

Hannah must rely on her survival instincts to endure a brutal ice storm and save her family.

2020 Red Maple Fiction Award - Shortlisted * 2021 Chocolate Lily Award - Winner"e;The fast-paced and suspenseful plot will keep readers rooting for Owen, Arturo, and the others.