Travel Team
Travel Team
Fiction | Novel | Published in 2004
Book Brief
BetaNovel • Fiction
Middletown, New York • Contemporary
2004
10-14 years
930L
Super Short Summary
Travel Team by Mike Lupica follows 12-year-old Danny Walker who is passionate about basketball. Despite his skills, he faces challenges and setbacks, including being cut from the local travel team due to his height. Guided by his father, a former NBA player, Danny's determination and resilience lead him to form his own team and compete.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Mike Lupica's Travel Team consistently impresses readers with its compelling narrative about overcoming obstacles in youth sports. Positive feedback highlights the relatable, well-rounded characters and motivational themes. Critics, however, note occasional predictability in the plot. Overall, the book offers an inspiring read for middle-grade audiences.
Who Should Read Travel Team?
A reader who would enjoy Travel Team by Mike Lupica is likely a young sports enthusiast with an interest in basketball and underdog stories. Similar to Matt Christopher's novels, this book appeals to middle-grade readers who appreciate themes of perseverance, teamwork, and personal growth.
Novel • Fiction
Middletown, New York • Contemporary
2004
10-14 years
930L
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