Streetball Showdown

By Jake Maddox, Elliot Smith

Part of the Jake Maddox JV series

A country kid's street basketball skills spark rivalry and tough choices.

86 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Langston, a country kid, faces a summer of unexpected challenges when he visits his city cousins. Introduced to the world of street basketball by his cousin Ant, Langston quickly adapts and shines. But as his skills attract attention, tensions rise, threatening their bond. When offered a spot on a new team, Langston must decide between pursuing his newfound passion or mending the rift with Ant. Will he choose the thrill of the game or the strength of family? Discover the twists and turns of Langston's summer journey.

From the publisher

When country kid Langston is sent to spend the summer with family in the city, he’s sad about missing an important basketball tournament. But then his cousin Ant introduces him to street basketball. After a rough start, Langston makes strides with this new way to play, largely thanks to Ant’s tips and tricks. But when Langston gets too much attention from the others in the neighborhood, the cousins’ friendship takes a hit and the two start avoiding each other. Soon Langston is given the chance to play with another team. Will he leave Ant and the bad blood behind, or will family come first?

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