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by Gordon Korman · Grade 5-8 · Ages Ages 10-14
Marcus is new in town and wants to win a spot as quarterback on the school football team. While practicing in the park, he meets a surprising older player named Charlie, whose wild energy and football skills pull Marcus into a bigger mystery.
Key vocabulary
The football player who usually starts each play and often throws the ball.
The main school sports team, usually for the older or more skilled players.
A practice game where players try out plays and skills.
A defensive football player who tries to stop runners, block passes, or tackle the quarterback.
In football, to stop a player by safely bringing them to the ground.
When a player catches a pass meant for someone on the other team.
A smart plan for how to play, win, or solve a problem.
What people think or say about someone because of what they have done before.