Tuesday, January 4, 2011

Shooting Star by Fredrick McKissack, Jr.


If only, that is all Jomo Rodgers hears from his coach and fellow teammates during his first year of varsity football. They say his talent on the field is easy to spot, and local papers and college recruiters are taking notice. But reality is, recruiters have his best friend on speed dial and he is treated like a king at football-crazy Cranmer Academy. Deciding he wants to be the real deal, he decides to step things up and pronto!

Taking his coach's lecture about commitment to heart, Jomo dives into a new workout regimen that will make him strong and faster. But will it be enough and in time? Will juicing be the difference between being good and being great? It seems like an easy choice, but one that is about to make his life a whole lot harder.
This is a fascinating look from the viewpoint of a student athlete.

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