"Shoot-Out" by Mike Lupica follows the intense journey of two rival basketball players, who face off in the high-stakes world of youth sports. When the championship game approaches, tension rises not only on the court but also off it, revealing the impact of friendship, loyalty, and competition. The story delves into the struggles of adolescence, the pressures of expectations, and the thrill of the game. As the protagonists navigate challenges and personal growth, they learn crucial lessons about sportsmanship and what it truly means to be a teammate. The narrative is a celebration of basketball, camaraderie, and the spirit of competition. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book features in the following series: Comeback Kids, Comeback Kids Novels .

This book is aimed at children at US 3rd grade-7th grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.

There are 208 pages in this book. This book was published in 2018 by Penguin USA .

Mike Lupica is the author of multiple bestselling books for young readers, including the Home Team series, QB 1, Heat, Travel Team, Million-Dollar Throw, and The Underdogs. He has carved out a niche as the sporting world's finest storyteller. Mike lives in Connecticut with his wife and their four children. When not writing novels, he writes for Daily News (New York) and is an award-winning sports commentator. You can visit Mike Lupica at MikeLupicaBooks. com.