Eager to find his place at his elite new school, ninth-grader Tim
Beeman is torn between running track and trying out for football. Where
will he feel most comfortable and be able to put his fast running skills
to best use?
When Tim sets a new school record for the fifty-yard dash during the
first week of classes, he reveals his special talent: speed. Before
long, the track and the football teams are both urging him to join their
sport. Tim is torn. He feels he has a lot to offer the football team and
is eager to join this popular group, but he can't shake a lingering fear
of being injured. He would definitely be an asset to the track team, but
he is drawn to the more prestigious football team. How can Tim put his
talent to the best use and at the same time satisfy his own needs?
The afterword offers relatable athlete struggles about making choices
and developing friendships as well as an important conversation about
player safety.