"Shadow Over Second" by Matt Christopher follows twelve-year-old pitcher, a boy who struggles with self-doubt and the pressures of youth baseball. As he navigates friendships, rivalries, and his own limitations, he faces critical moments that challenge his confidence on and off the field. When a mysterious newcomer joins the team, strange occurrences begin to unfold, casting a shadow over the season. The boy must confront not only the competition but also his fears, learning valuable lessons about teamwork, perseverance, and believing in oneself. Ultimately, he discovers that overcoming obstacles is just as important as winning the game. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Peach Street Mudders Stories .

This book has been graded for interest at 7-9 years.

There are 62 pages in this book. This book was published in 2010 by Norwood House Press .

Matt Christopher is the name young readers turn to for fast-paced, action-packed sports stories. The Llama Llama Netflix animated television series is inspired by the best-selling picture books written and illustrated by Anna Dewdney (annadewdney. com).