Through the Hoop

By Venna Dee Morgan

Lalo is a twelve-year-old boy with a love of basketball and a dream to play for his school's team in the upcoming district championship.

To be chosen to play, he must balance his time to practice hard and improve his basketball skills as well as study hard to meet academic goals set by his teacher, principal, and parents.

As challenges arise and interfere with his pursuit of the team position and the excitement of playing in the competition, will his love for the game and his determination to play overshadow his integrity? Will he learn to take responsibility for his choices and the consequences they bring?

Honesty, friendship, empathy, love, loyalty, sacrifice, forgiveness, and family values are being challenged, for Lalo sees them as stumbling blocks in the way of reaching his goal.

He struggles to make appropriate choices that would ultimately help him rise above the conflicts and temptations he faces. Learning to heed the advice of friends, family, and leaders is a daunting challenge.

A true test of character and determination is before him. Can he motivate himself to do what is required to realize his dream?

• Language: English
• Publisher: Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.
• Release date: Apr 13, 2022
• ISBN: 9781098052157

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