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Hoop Hustle

Jake Maddox Sports Series

Author: Jake Maddox

Illustrator: Aburtov

Book 65 in the Jake Maddox Sports series

Pages: 72

Published: 2015

Age: 6+

Brian Worth Jr. is excited to try out for his middle school's basketball team. His hoop dreams are in jeopardy, though, after his dad forces him to volunteer at the local senior center. But Brian really needs to practice  he's always relied on his height to dominate, but that won't cut it anymore. When Brian discovers that George, a man at the center, used to play basketball, this is his chance to learn some moves. Brian's working hard and even making a new friend, but will his improved skills be enough to impress the coach and make varsity?

About the Jake Maddox Sports Series

Books in series order

  1. 1.BMX Bully(2007)
  2. 2.Board Rebel(2007)
  3. 3.Face-Off(2007)
  4. 4.Free Throw(2007)
  5. 5.Go-Kart Rush(2007)
  6. 6.Mr Strike Out(2007)
  7. 7.On the Line(2007)
  8. 8.Paintball Blast(2007)
  9. 9.Skate Park Challenge(2007)
  10. 10.Speedway Switch(2007)
  11. 11.Tennis Liar(2007)
  12. 12.Backup Goalie(2008)
  13. 13.Batter Up!(2008)
  14. 14.Motocross Double-Cross(2008)
  15. 15.Paintball Invasion(2008)
  16. 16.Quarterback Sneak(2008)
  17. 17.Slam Dunk Shoes(2008)
  18. 18.Snowboard Duel(2008)
  19. 19.Soccer Shootout(2008)
  20. 20.Diving off the Edge(2009)
  21. 21.Gridiron Bully(2009)
  22. 22.Free Climb(2009)
  23. 23.Hoop Hotshot(2009)
  24. 24.Karate Countdown(2009)
  25. 25.Kart Crash(2009)
  26. 26.Lacrosse Attack(2009)
  27. 27.Legend of the Lure(2009)
  28. 28.Skateboard Save(2009)
  29. 29.Takedown(2009)
  30. 30.The Hunter's Code(2009)
  31. 31.Wild Hike(2009)
  32. 32.Disc Golf Drive(2010)
  33. 33.Pit Crew Crunch(2010)
  34. 34.Pitcher Pressure(2010)
  35. 35.Race Car Rival(2010)
  36. 36.Record Run(2010)
  37. 37.Speed Camp(2010)
  38. 38.Stock Car Sabotage(2010)
  39. 39.Blizzard! A Survive! Story(2010)
  40. 40.Shark Attack! A Survive! Story(2010)
  41. 41.Shipwreck! A Survive! Story(2010)
  42. 42.Volcano! A Survive! Story(2010)
  43. 43.Geocache Surprise(2011)
  44. 44.Mountain Bike Hero(2011)
  45. 45.Whitewater Courage(2011)
  46. 46.Windsurfing Winner(2011)
  47. 47.Behind the Plate(2012)
  48. 48.BMX Challenge(2012)
  49. 49.Cowboy Up(2012)
  50. 50.Cycling Champion(2012)
  51. 51.Gold Medal Swim(2012)
  52. 52.Hockey Meltdown(2012)
  53. 53.Home-Field Football(2012)
  54. 54.Point Guard Prank(2012)
  55. 55.Relay Race Breakdown(2012)
  56. 56.Skateboard Struggle(2012)
  57. 57.Striker Assist(2012)
  58. 58.Track and Field Takedown(2012)
  59. 59.Paintball Problems(2013)
  60. 60.Board Battle(2013)
  61. 61.Kart Competition(2013)
  62. 62.Beach Bully(2013)
  63. 63.Touchdown Triumph(2015)
  64. 64.Soccer Shake-Up(2015)
  65. 65.Hoop Hustle(2015)
  66. 66.Caught Stealing(2015)

Reading age: 6+ years

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These best-selling sports stories by Jake Maddox, with the assistance of a host of popular children's authors, are a hit with boys and girls alike!

Jake Maddox Sports stories are pumped-up, easy-to-read chapter books with an emphasis on speed, skill, and fair play, making them perfect for reluctant or emerging readers with a passion for action, adventure and sport. The boys and girls in these books face obstacles on the field, the court, the ice, or the half-pipe, and meet mental and social challenges as well. Readers discover that an athlete's inner game, persistence, and courage are just as important as a steady hand or a chance for a goal.

Teamed with Sean Tiffany's engaging illustrations, as well as bonus material such as discussion questions and writing prompts, the 'Jake Maddox' series is an excellent educational resource that kids aged 6+ won't want to put down.

Please note: This series is no longer updated on Cereal Readers.