Jake Maddox

Malcolm loves two things--baseball and science. He's always studying the stats and coming up with ideas to help his team gain an advantage over the competition. But when Malcolm's homemade glove oil causes a major blowup with his teammates, he must find a way to win back their trust. Leaning into science and statistics, he decides to try a new type of pitch to keep batters off balance during his next start. Will Malcolm's secret pitch prove to be a game winner or just another failed experiment? Find out in this exciting, easy-to-read chapter book by Jake Maddox

Nada puede detener al corredor estrella Harris Weathers, hasta que se golpea muy fuerte y se salva por poco de una lesi n. F sicamente, Harris est bien, pero tiene los nervios de punta. No puede quitarse de la cabeza la idea de que podr a lesionarse jugando al f tbol americano. Despu s de fingir una enfermedad para no participar en un partido, Harris se da cuenta de que tiene que tomar una decisi n. Ama el f tbol americano lo suficiente como para volver a arriesgarse a sufrir un golpe fuerte? Y hay algo que pueda hacer para mantenerse a salvo mientras juega el juego que ama? Nothing can stop star running back Harris Weathers--until he takes a jarring hit, narrowly escaping injury. Harris is fine, physically, but his nerves are rattled. He can't shake the idea that he could get hurt playing football. After faking illness to get out of a game, Harris realizes he has a decision to make. Does he love football enough to risk a big hit again? And is there anything he can do to keep himself safe while playing the game he loves?

Rosie loves nothing more than spending her summers surfing while staying with her Aunt Hazel in Australia. But this summer, her cousin Flora is coming to visit, too, and Aunt Hazel wants Rosie to teach Flora how to surf. Trouble is, Flora has a history of being mean to Rosie--and it doesn't take long to figure out that Flora hasn't changed one bit. Can Rosie set aside her hard feelings and teach her cousin to ride the waves? Or will this shake-up to Rosie's summer of surfing lead to a wicked wipeout? Find out in this exciting, easy-to-read chapter book by Jake Maddox

Maisie loves pitching for her softball team in Arizona, so she's crushed when she has to move to Minnesota to live with her dad. Upset about the move and her parents' divorce, Maisie isn't thrilled when her dad asks her to join his curling team. She thinks it's a strange sport. But as she learns more about curling--and how much her dad loves it--she begins to have a change of heart. But when its crunch time for the team, will Maisie be able to take charge and lead? Find out in this exciting, easy-to-read chapter book by Jake Maddox

A Layla le encanta jugar al b squetbol, especialmente con su mejor amiga, Danika. Ahora, despu s de pasar la mayor parte del verano prepar ndose para las pruebas, Layla est ansiosa por dejar de ser suplente y convertirse en una de las cinco titulares. Cuando por fin llegan las pruebas, Layla no solo forma parte de la plantilla titular, sino que tambi n la nombran capit n del equipo. Todas sus amigas y compa eras de equipo est n emocionadas por ella. Todas, excepto Danika, que est celosa del xito de su amiga. Layla pronto descubre que no es f cil ser capit n del equipo y la mejor amiga de Danika al mismo tiempo. Podr Layla ser un buen capit n del equipo y una buena amiga? 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 tryouts finally arrive, Layla not only makes the main roster but she's also chosen to be the team captain. All of her friends and teammates are excited for her. All, that is, except Danika who is jealous of her friend's success. Layla soon discovers that being both team captain and best friends with Danika is no easy task. Can Layla be a good team captain and a good friend?

Robyn Ray is a young hockey player with lots of speed and one big problem--she can't seem to make a goal. Can her formerly famous hockey star grandpa help her build the skills she needs to score? And will her team come together when it matters most?

Robyn Ray is a young hockey player with lots of speed and one big problem--she can't seem to make a goal. Can her formerly famous hockey star grandpa help her build the skills she needs to score? And will her team come together when it matters most?

Devante Briggs has gone from being an athletic trainer to being the sixth man off the bench for his school basketball team How in the world did this happen? And will his free throw struggles cost him and his team a victory when they need it the most?

Devante Briggs has gone from being an athletic trainer to being the sixth man off the bench for his school basketball team How in the world did this happen? And will his free throw struggles cost him and his team a victory when they need it the most?

Alejandro is a new high school quarterback with big shoes to fill--his brother's. But none of the plays that worked for his brother seem to be working for him. With Coach J threatening to bench him, Alejandro has to come up with something good fast. His sister Izzy just might be the secret weapon he needs

Alejandro is a new high school quarterback with big shoes to fill--his brother's. But none of the plays that worked for his brother seem to be working for him. With Coach J threatening to bench him, Alejandro has to come up with something good fast. His sister Izzy just might be the secret weapon he needs

Mina is a talented figure skater, but she's looking forward to trying a new challenge--pairs skating Mina has second thoughts, though, when she starts practicing with Luke, a shy boy who she doesn't know well. Can the pair overcome their trust issues and become a successful pairs skating team?

Mina is a talented figure skater, but she's looking forward to trying a new challenge--pairs skating Mina has second thoughts, though, when she starts practicing with Luke, a shy boy who she doesn't know well. Can the pair overcome their trust issues and become a successful pairs skating team?

Nada puede detener al corredor estrella Harris Weathers, hasta que se golpea muy fuerte y se salva por poco de una lesi n. F sicamente, Harris est bien, pero tiene los nervios de punta. No puede quitarse de la cabeza la idea de que podr a lesionarse jugando al f tbol americano. Despu s de fingir una enfermedad para no participar en un partido, Harris se da cuenta de que tiene que tomar una decisi n. Ama el f tbol americano lo suficiente como para volver a arriesgarse a sufrir un golpe fuerte? Y hay algo que pueda hacer para mantenerse a salvo mientras juega el juego que ama? Nothing can stop star running back Harris Weathers--until he takes a jarring hit, narrowly escaping injury. Harris is fine, physically, but his nerves are rattled. He can't shake the idea that he could get hurt playing football. After faking illness to get out of a game, Harris realizes he has a decision to make. Does he love football enough to risk a big hit again? And is there anything he can do to keep himself safe while playing the game he loves?

C meron Jones no juega al f tbol porque le encanta, sino porque su pap cree que un d a obtendr una gran recompensa: una beca universitaria. Cuando la transferencia laboral de su pap le lleva de la gran ciudad a un equipo de un pueblo peque o, C meron cree que puede ser su oportunidad de alejarse del f tbol. El nuevo equipo est desorganizado y a los compa eros no parece interesarles la disciplina que se necesita para ganar. Pero quiz s este nuevo equipo sea exactamente lo que C meron necesita para que el f tbol vuelva a resultarle divertido. Cameron Jones plays soccer not because he loves it, but because his dad believed he will one day earn a big prize: a college scholarship. When his father's job transfer takes him from the big city to a small-town team, Cameron thinks it might be his chance to take a step back from soccer. His new team is unorganized and his teammates seem uninterested in the discipline it takes to win. But maybe this new team is exactly what Cameron needs to make soccer fun again.

Rosie loves nothing more than spending her summers surfing while staying with her Aunt Hazel in Australia. But this summer, her cousin Flora is coming to visit, too, and Aunt Hazel wants Rosie to teach Flora how to surf. Trouble is, Flora has a history of being mean to Rosie--and it doesn't take long to figure out that Flora hasn't changed one bit. Can Rosie set aside her hard feelings and teach her cousin to ride the waves? Or will this shake-up to Rosie's summer of surfing lead to a wicked wipeout? Find out in this exciting, easy-to-read chapter book by Jake Maddox

Maisie loves pitching for her softball team in Arizona, so she's crushed when she has to move to Minnesota to live with her dad. Upset about the move and her parents' divorce, Maisie isn't thrilled when her dad asks her to join his curling team. She thinks it's a strange sport. But as she learns more about curling--and how much her dad loves it--she begins to have a change of heart. But when its crunch time for the team, will Maisie be able to take charge and lead? Find out in this exciting, easy-to-read chapter book by Jake Maddox

C meron Jones no juega al f tbol porque le encanta, sino porque su pap cree que un d a obtendr una gran recompensa: una beca universitaria. Cuando la transferencia laboral de su pap le lleva de la gran ciudad a un equipo de un pueblo peque o, C meron cree que puede ser su oportunidad de alejarse del f tbol. El nuevo equipo est desorganizado y a los compa eros no parece interesarles la disciplina que se necesita para ganar. Pero quiz s este nuevo equipo sea exactamente lo que C meron necesita para que el f tbol vuelva a resultarle divertido. Cameron Jones plays soccer not because he loves it, but because his dad believed he will one day earn a big prize: a college scholarship. When his father's job transfer takes him from the big city to a small-town team, Cameron thinks it might be his chance to take a step back from soccer. His new team is unorganized and his teammates seem uninterested in the discipline it takes to win. But maybe this new team is exactly what Cameron needs to make soccer fun again.

No hace mucho que la hermana mayor de Lily Davis, Jana, se march de casa para asistir al entrenamiento b sico, y Lily echa mucho de menos a su dolo del f tbol. Pero cuando los padres y la entrenadora de Lily empiezan a presionarla para que ocupe el lugar que dej Jana, la presi n de ser como la delantera estrella le resulta abrumadora. Lograr Lily encontrar la fuerza para ser ella misma? Esta historia deportiva superentretenida de Jake Maddox, incluye un glosario, sugerencias para la escritura, preguntas para dialogar y muchos datos sobre f tbol, es un triunfo para educadores y estudiantes Lily Davis's big sister, Jana, has recently left home for basic training, and Lily really misses her soccer idol. But when Lily's parents and coach start pushing her to fill Jana's cleats, the pressure to be like the all-star striker is too much. Can Lily find the strength to be herself? With a glossary, writing prompts, discussion questions, and extra soccer info, this fast-paced Jake Maddox sports story is a win-win for both educators and students

No hace mucho que la hermana mayor de Lily Davis, Jana, se march de casa para asistir al entrenamiento b sico, y Lily echa mucho de menos a su dolo del f tbol. Pero cuando los padres y la entrenadora de Lily empiezan a presionarla para que ocupe el lugar que dej Jana, la presi n de ser como la delantera estrella le resulta abrumadora. Lograr Lily encontrar la fuerza para ser ella misma? Esta historia deportiva superentretenida de Jake Maddox, incluye un glosario, sugerencias para la escritura, preguntas para dialogar y muchos datos sobre f tbol, es un triunfo para educadores y estudiantes Lily Davis's big sister, Jana, has recently left home for basic training, and Lily really misses her soccer idol. But when Lily's parents and coach start pushing her to fill Jana's cleats, the pressure to be like the all-star striker is too much. Can Lily find the strength to be herself? With a glossary, writing prompts, discussion questions, and extra soccer info, this fast-paced Jake Maddox sports story is a win-win for both educators and students