Long Bomb
by Eric Howling
Included in the Social Emotional Learning collection
Ed Warnicki used to play football in the park with his dad and dream of being a great receiver. Now fourteen, he secretly hopes to play for the Calgary High Mustangs team, but instead settles for the job of waterboy.
The team’s quarterback is constantly bullying Ed and one day at practice throws a ball right at Ed's head. Ed's instincts kick in and he makes a decent catch! So, when the team's top receiver gets injured, Ed joins the team as back-up receiver. Annoyed, Tyrone won't pass to Ed, and even calls a play he knows could get Ed hurt. But the big game against their rival team puts school pride and Ed's confidence on the line. Will Tyrone throw to Ed? Can Ed catch the crucial pass?
About the Author
ERIC HOWLING is the author of ten books including Head Hunter, Red Zone Rivals, Hoop Magic, and Run and Gun in the Lorimer Sports Stories series. His books have been shortlisted for the Hackmatack Children's Choice Book Award, named Resource Link's Year's Best and picked as CCBC Best Books selections. Eric lives and plays sports in Calgary, Alberta.
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