Patty Hits the Court

Written by Patty Mills and Jared Thomas · Illustrated by Nahum Ziersch

Book #1 in the Game Day! series

Can Patty and his team overcome challenges to reach the basketball finals?

4.0 Goodreads · 12 ratings

128 pages· 830L

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Bookroo's summary

Patty Mills, a natural athlete, faces unexpected hurdles when he joins the basketball team. As he navigates the complexities of the game and teamwork, Patty must learn valuable lessons both on and off the court. With the finals looming, can Patty and his school team rise to the occasion and achieve their dreams? This engaging series not only entertains but also inspires young readers to pursue their goals, while celebrating Patty's Indigenous heritage. Discover the journey of growth, friendship, and determination in this thrilling sports adventure.

From the publisher

Patty Mills has always been good at sports, so when he tries out for basketball, he expects it to be easy. When it’s not, he realizes he’s got a lot to learn, on and off the court. But will he and his school team be good enough to make the finals? A fantastic and fun basketball three-book series by Australian Olympian and NBA star Patty Mills to entertain young readers, inspire kids to achieve their goals through sports, and showcase Patty’s pride in his Indigenous heritage. (Glossaries included!)

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