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Name: The underdogs
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)
Author: Mike Lupica

In the struggling town of Forbes, Pennsylvania, twelve‑year‑old Will Tyler is a nimble and determined football player. With a deep love for the game and a fierce desire to support his community, he takes matters into his own hands. Will tackles the challenge of funding the town’s football team—an effort that ultimately lifts the entire community, offering new hope and bringing people together through the shared spirit of the sport.

First publish date: 2012

Genre: Food, Sports & Hobbies/Sports

Authors: Mike Lupica

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