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In a summer of school tests and unpaid projects, Hank feels the pressure of keeping up with his fifth‑grade classmates who are all focused on a popular sport. When his grandfather, Papa Pete, suggests that Hank try ping‑pong, Hank is skeptical—he worries the other kids will tease him because ping‑pong isn’t a “real” sport. Secretly practicing at home, Hank discovers his talent and goes on to win the underground championship. The final test comes when he learns the contest will be held at Nick the Tick McKelty’s family bowling alley and he must decide whether to risk becoming a laughingstock to prove himself.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Henry Winkler
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