Touchdown Kid

By Tim Green

A talented boy must prove himself in a world of privilege to change his future.

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336 pages· 61,055 words· Est. 7 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

Cory dreams of football glory, but life's challenges and negative influences hold him back. When a prestigious school's coach spots his talent, Cory faces a new world where he's seen as an outsider. Can he overcome the odds and secure a brighter future, or will the weight of expectations and prejudice keep him from his dreams? As he battles on and off the field, Cory must decide if his skills are enough to break through the barriers of wealth and privilege. Will football be his escape, or will it reveal the true cost of ambition?

From the publisher

From New York Times bestselling author and former NFL defensive end Tim Green comes a football story about a boy who is given a chance to prove that wealth and privilege don’t matter on the football field, as long as he has the skills to compete. Perfect for fans of Mike Lupica!Cory has always been passionate about football. But life for him and his single mom has been hard, making it difficult for Cory to play. And though Cory is a good kid, he’s constantly surrounded by negative influences. But when the coach from an elite private school with one of the best football programs in the country recognizes his talents on the field, Cory is presented with an unbelievable opportunity.Cory knows that football could be his ticket out. But leaving to attend private school also means struggling to fit into a world where most people look at him and just see a scholarship kid from the wrong side of town. Cory knows that if he can fight hard enough–both on and off the field–he may be able to secure a bright future that looks different from his unpromising past.

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