Fred Bowen
1) On the Line
Author
Pub. Date
1999
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 2
Description
Worried that his inability to make a free throw is making his junior high team lose games, Marcus learns an unconventinal method for shooting them from a custodian. Includes a chapter on famous basketball players who have used the underhanded throw.
2) Lucky enough
Author
Series
Pub. Date
20180301
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 2
Description
A baseball star's luck is tested in this action-packed story-perfect for fans of Mike Lupica and Tim Green-from the author of The Kid Coach.
Like many athletes, Trey is superstitious. How could he not be when he just made the Ravens travel baseball team thanks to his lucky charm, a piece of rare sea glass he found on his grandmother's beach?
This stroke of good fortune reinforces Trey's superstitions, and his rituals only become more important to...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2009
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 2
Description
Sam is proud that his touchdown in the final play of a game left his football team undefeated, but when a videorecording of the game reveals that the touchdown was scored illegally, he and the other Cowboys must decide whether to reveal the truth. Includes facts about a similar situation faced by Cornell University's team after a game with Dartmouth in 1940.
Author
Pub. Date
c2010
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Ted Williams hit .406 for the season in 1941--a feat not matched since. In this inspirational picture book, authentic sports writing and rich, classic illustrations bring to life the truly spectacular story of the Red Sox legend, whose hard work and perseverance make him the perfect role model for baseball enthusiasts of all ages.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2006], c2000
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 2
Description
When Kyle fakes a catch, his baseball team goes on to win the league championship but Kyle doesn't feel good about winning by cheating. Includes a section on the sportsmanship of Christy Mathewson, a pitcher who played professional baseball in the early 1900s.
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