Book Information

Series: Lorimer Sports Stories
Imprint: James Lorimer & Company Ltd., Publishers
Publication Date: 1 January 1997
Copyright Year: 1997
ISBN: 9781550285703
Page Count: 160
Dimensions: 5" x 7.75"
Interest ages: 10-13
Reading level: Grade 4

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Nothing But Net

Name: Nothing But Net
SKU: 9781550285710
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by Michael Coldwell

Nothing but Net is the hilarious tale of the Cape Breton Grizzlie Bears, a bedraggled group of basketball misfits who turn sure defeat into heart-warming victory.

The Cape Breton Grizzly Bears are a bad news basketball team--they haven't won a single game all season. But the rules say a team from their region has to play in the Nova Scotia Invitational Tournament in Halifax, and they're it.
Their "star" player is the harebrained Chip Carson, whose constant scheming and practical jokes keep his coach and teammates permanently on edge. Once in Halifax, however, Chip's antics rally the team, driving them on an improbable run for the title.
Nothing But Net is the hilarious story of a bedraggled group of basketball misfits who turn certain defeat into heart-warming victory.

About the Author

Michael Coldwell

Born and raised in Nova Scotia, MICHAEL COLDWELL has worked as a reporter and freelance writer. As an aspiring stand-up comic, he performs at various Toronto nightclubs. He is an avid basketball player who insists he would be in the NBA today if it weren't for his trick knee.

Reviews

Nothing But Net is recommended for readers in grades 5-7 who are interested in sports, especially basketball, and who don't want to tackle anything too complicated.Recommended.

Laura Dick, CM: Canadian Review of Materials

Subjects (BISAC)

JUVENILE FICTION / Sports & Recreation / Basketball, YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Sports & Recreation / General, YOUNG ADULT NONFICTION / Sports & Recreation / General

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