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Derrick "D‑Bow" Bowman, a sophomore eager to sharpen his jump shot, believes his year will be smooth. Instead, his girlfriend Jasmine leaves him for his basketball‑obsessed focus, his signature attempt falters, and an unforeseen circumstance compels him to recognize that the game cannot occupy all his attention. Amidst the challenges, Derrick must navigate relationships, responsibilities, and the drive to balance sport with life.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Kevin Waltman
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