Long Shot (Comeback Kids), by Mike Lupica

(Paperback, 208 pages, first published in 2008)

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Heat, Travel Team, and Million-Dollar Throw!

Pedro Morales loves playing basketball, but he's more of a team guy than a star - that would be Ned Hancock, the best player in their entire town. The two boys get along well, but their friendship is threatened when Pedro decides to run against Ned for class president. The election starts to affect their team, and Pedro learns who his real friends are and the best way to work together on and off the court.

Cautions: None

Recommended Age: 8-12