Reviews by Tag: sports

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Carrie Soto Is Back

Carrie Soto Is Back

By Taylor Jenkins Reid
Star Rating
★★★★

Rated by
Ruby B.
Feb 12, 2024

Carrie Soto is famous in the world of tennis. Or maybe infamous is the better word. Carrie has broken every record there is in the tennis world and has 23 Grand Slam titles to her name. Though six years into her retirement her record is at risk. When Nicki Chan threatens her record, Carrie decides it is once again her time. With the help of her father and fellow player Bowie Huntley, Carrie Soto is back to claim her title. 

Teen Review
The Sense of Wonder

The Sense of Wonder

By Matthew Salesses
Star Rating
★★★★

Rated by
Rishi
Feb 2, 2024

Won, the first Asian American basketball player in the NBA, rose to stardom as one of the best players on the team. A Korean American TV producer, Carrie is working to get Kdramas onto the American stage. Won wants to be a basketball star and renew his temporary contract with the New York Knicks, while Carrie wants to bring representative Korean shows to America. However, extreme racism is a hurdle for both Won and Carrie in their journey along with other life issues involving the relationships of their friends, Carrie’s sister’s cancer, and more.

Teen Review
The Long Run by James Acker

The Long Run

By James Acker
Star Rating
★★★

Rated by
Mahad Z.
Jul 10, 2023

The Long Run by James Acker is a compelling novel that follows the journey of Thomas, a young man from a small town who dreams of becoming a professional athlete. As he navigates the challenges and obstacles in pursuit of his goal, Thomas discovers that success requires much more than talent and determination. Along the way, he confronts personal setbacks, explores the complexities of relationships, and grapples with the harsh realities of the competitive sports industry.

Teen Review
She Drives Me Crazy by Kelly Quindlen

She Drives Me Crazy

By Kelly Quindlen
Star Rating
★★★

Rated by
Mariam S.
Jun 10, 2022

She Drives Me Crazy is teen novel following the relationship between basketball player Scottie Zajac and cheerleader Irene Abraham. It’s the start of the basketball season, and Scottie’s team is playing against their rival high school. When Scottie is assigned to guard her toxic ex-girlfriend Tally her focus starts to slip and they end up losing.

Teen Review
Nothing Can Possibly Go Wrong by Prudence Shen & Faith Erin Hicks

Nothing Can Possibly Go Wrong

By Prudence Shen & Faith Erin Hicks
Star Rating
★★★★

Rated by
Marium K.
Dec 3, 2021

Nate, president of the robotics team, wants the school funding to focus on their needs. Charlie, the captain of the basketball team, wants the school funding to go towards getting the cheerleaders new clothes. Both parties decide to enter a robot battle competition to win $10,000, which will be able fund both clubs. What happens next? Read more to find out!

Teen Review
Like Other Girls by Britta Lundin

Like Other Girls

By Britta Lundin
Star Rating
★★★★

Rated by
Neha K.
Nov 29, 2021

Like Other Girls is a realistic fiction book by Britta Lundin. After being kicked out of her school’s basketball team for being aggressive, Mara has to prove to her coach that she can get along with other people. To everyone's surprise, Mara decides to take up football. This causes a spark between her female classmates, and they too join the football team. What's even worse is that one of the girls is her rival, while another her crush.

Teen Review
Sidelined by Kara Bietz

Sidelined

By Kara Bietz
Star Rating
★★★★

Rated by
Marium K.
Nov 5, 2021

Julian Jackson has lived his whole life in a small town, and now, as the captain of the football team, he is pressured to get scholarships, pursue his dreams, and go to a good college. Then Elijah Vance returns to his town, Elijah was his best friend and teammate.  Will they be able to mend their friendship?

Teen Review
Cover photo of the book Fantasy League

Fantasy League

By Mike Lupica
Star Rating
★★★

Rated by
Raghu P.
Dec 3, 2020

Charlie is a fantasy football geek who cheers for the LA Bulldogs. The Bulldogs are so bad that their nickname is “the dogs.” Charlie and his best friend Anna, who is also a huge Bulldogs fan, love watching all of the games together. Luckily, Anna’s grandfather is the owner of the LA Bulldogs. Charlie attends a game with him and shares some of his thoughts to improve the team and suggests to sign an aging quarterback that is going under the radar. Mr. Warren, Anna’s grandfather, signs the quarterback and the team starts to get the success they have been wanting.

Teen Review
Mighty Moe by Rachel Swaby and Kit Fox

Mighty Moe

By Rachel Swaby

Rated by
Zoe D from Blue Valley YA Lit Council
Aug 26, 2019

Mighty Moe is a story that highlights the true essence of women's empowerment: incredible achievements and minimal recognition for said achievements. This is the story of a female named Maureen who, in the face of misogyny, ignorance, and conflict, achieved a record-breaking marathon time. The most compelling aspect of the book was that it is a true story. This book promotes empowerment and perseverance in the face of challenges. I was not disappointed with the book for any reason.

Teen Review

Unbroken: An Olympian's Journey From Airman to Castaway to Captive

By Laura Hillenbrand

Rated by
Olivia from Leawood Pioneer Library YAAC
May 21, 2018

Louis Zamperini was an army air forces bomber during World War II. And before that, he was an Olympic sprinter. But now he is a captive of the Japanese forces. His plane crashed and he survived thousands of miles in the open ocean with little to no water or food. His raft eventually washed up near a Japanese base and he was sent to a POW camp. This book tells the incredible story of his survival against all odds and about the amazing life he led.

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