Book #2 · Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2022
Defending Champ
By Mike Lupica
Can Alex save her soccer team from being cut due to funding issues?
240 pages· 51,418 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
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Summary: Twelve-year-old Alex Carlisle faces a new challenge when her soccer team is cut due to funding. Determined to fight for their right to play, Alex and her teammates devise a plan to compete against the boys' team to raise money. But as the stakes rise, Alex must navigate unexpected consequences. Can she find a way to ensure everyone gets to play, or will the girls be sidelined? Dive into this empowering tale of resilience and teamwork on the soccer field.









