Strike Zone

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In the seventh book in the New York Times bestselling middle grade series inspired by the life of iconic New York Yankee Derek Jeter, young Derek and his friends learn the true meaning of teamwork when they have to embrace the unexpected on their baseball team.

At the first practice of the season, Derek takes note of who is on the team. They have some good players, for surebut also some weaker ones. Theres still one kid missing, and Derek hopes its a really good ballplayer to round out the roster. But when the kid arrives, everyone is shocked: shes a girl! Can Dereks team come together to have a winning season

Inspired by Derek Jeters childhood, this is the seventh book in Jeter Publishings New York Times bestselling middle grade baseball series that focuses on key life lessons from Derek Jeters Turn 2 Foundation.

Author Bio

Derek Jeter is a fourteen-time All-Star and five-time World Series winnerwho played for one teamthe storied New York Yankeesfor all twenty seasons of his major league career. His grace and class on and off the field have made him an icon and role model far beyond the world of baseball.

Paul Mantell is the author of more than 100 books for young readers, including books in the Hardy Boys and Matt Christopher series.