Sporting Stories

BIC code: YFR
See also: Children's Fiction

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  Extreme Race - J. A. C. West - Paperback
  The Marathon des Sables is one of the world's toughest races. You have to run 151 miles in six days - in the baking hot Sahara desert. But Ben wants to do something special to raise money for his sister's hospice. Will he manage to get to the end?
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  The Hat Trick - Terry Deary - Paperback
  Jud steps in as goalie at the local football team and it turns out to be an unforgettable experience, but his mother is very much against the game. This football story ends with a twist that is guaranteed to surprise everyone.
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  Come On, Danny! - Andy Croft - Paperback
  Danny's life is hell. His dad's in prison, his mum ignores him and his brother doesn't care either. School is his only solace, but studying really is not cool. Is football the only way out?
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  The Fix - Sophie McKenzie - Paperback
  Blake's the star of the football team - but he's in trouble. He wants to help his mum pay the rent but doesn't know how. Until he sees something he shouldn't and he's offered a deal - throw the semi final and get 600. Will he fix the match?
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  United, Here I Come! - Alan Combes - Paperback
  Joey and Jimmy are both terrible at football. Everyone says so, but Jimmy's convinced that he will play for United. Will he be able to prove everyone wrong?
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  The Number 7 Shirt - Alan Gibbons - Paperback
  Jimmy dreams of becoming a pro footballer. Can he make it with the help of his heroes, all wearers of the number seven shirt?
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  One-Nil - Tony Bradman - Paperback
  When football-mad Luke finds out the England squad are training nearby, there's only one thing to do - take time off school and watch them! It's a dream come true - but if his mum finds out, it'll become a nightmare.
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  Stat Man - Alan Durant - Paperback
  There isn't a bit of football trivia Arnie doesn't know. But can he brush up enough on his skills on the pitch to help out his local side? This book features a gripping narrative with stacks of fun facts about football, aimed at boys who are reluctant readers. Illustrations appear on almost every page.
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  Masters Of Soccer - David Bedford - Paperback
  Harvey & Darren are surprised & alarmed when their headmistress, Mrs Pinto, insists they join her secret after-school club, known only by the initials B.E. But their alarm turns to horror when she presents them with leotards & welcomes them to Ballet Extravaganza!
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  Respect! - Michaela Morgan - Paperback
  This title tells the story of Walter Tull, premier league football player and the first black officer in the Army in the First World War.