Backfield Blow
By (Author) Jake Maddox
Capstone Press
Capstone Press
8th January 2021
United States
Children
Fiction
Childrens / Teenage general interest: Ball games and sports: American Football
Childrens / Teenage personal and social topics: Body and health
Childrens / Teenage: Personal and social topics
FIC
Paperback
72
Width 208mm, Height 256mm
Nothing can stop star running back Harris Weathers--until he takes a jarring hit narrowly escaping injury. Harris is fine physically but his nerves are rattled. He can't shake the idea that he could get hurt playing football. After faking illness to get out of a game Harris realizes he has a decision to make. Does he love football enough to risk a big hit again And is there anything he can do to keep himself safe while playing the game he loves
Jesus Aburto has worked in the comic book industry for more than eleven years. In that time, he has illustrated popular characters such as Wolverine, Iron Man, Blade, and the Punisher. Recently, Jesus started his own illustration studio called Graphikslava. He lives in Monterrey, Mexico, with his kids Ilka, Mila, Aleph, and his beloved wife. Jesus enjoys spending his spare time with family and friends. Who is Jake Maddox Athlete, author, world-traveler - or all three He has surfed in Hawaii, scuba-dived in Australia, and climbed the mountains of Peru and Alaska. His books range from the most popular team sports to outdoor activities to survival adventures and even to auto racing. His exploits have inspired numerous writers to walk in his footsteps - literally! Each of his stories is stamped with teamwork, fair play, and a strong sense of self-worth and discipline. Always a team-player, Maddox realizes it takes more than one man (or woman) to create a book good enough for a young reader. He hopes the lessons learned on the court, field, or arena and the champion sprinter pace of his books can motivate kids to become better athletes and lifelong readers.