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Lupica, Mike

The Underdogs

280 pp. | Philomel | September, 2011 | Trade ISBN 978-0-399-25001-9 $17.99
(3) 4-6 After the local sneaker factory closes, many of the residents of twelve-year-old footballer Will's town leave--along with their booster money. Determined to save his season, Will contacts the CEO of New Balance for sponsorship while rallying the few kids who are still around to field a team. Strong character development and sports details create a solid, satisfying, feel-good story.
Reviewer: Carrie Harasimowicz Sullivan

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