Andrew


This a nonfiction book for sports fans. The title is “Go Long” and features Tiki and Ronde Barber from vergina. And there's a kid that thinks he's everything. And tiki and ronde try and get him better with the new coach and win the championship. In the end they end up winning.

The “Go Long” book is a very good book in my opinion. It gives good sportsmanship tips and playing tips. I'm a sports fan and I recommend this book . These people want to make you think to be a good player in football. Tiki is my favorite running back. And I love the Ny Giants. ( )

Reviewed by Sally Kruger aka "Readingjunky" for TeensReadToo.com

GO LONG! is a football story starring Tiki and Ronde Barber as young, up-and-coming players. This fast-paced, inspirational sports tale is sure to be popular with the middle grade crowd. Tiki and Ronde draw on their early years in the sport to encourage young people to use their talents and play the game with a sense of fair play and teamwork.

The story begins as Tiki and Ronde start their 8th-grade year. They are anxious to take the field as starters this year, but the coach upsets the entire team when he announces that he is moving up to coach the high school team. Sure that all of their previous success has been due to his excellent coaching abilities, the players nervously await the naming of their new coach. It is a surprise to all when the history teacher, Mr. Wheeler, is given the job. He is a terrific teacher, but that doesn't guarantee anything about his coaching skills.

Tiki and Ronde try to roll with the punches when the first few games end in defeat; however, Cody, the team's quarterback, is not being a team player. Cody argues with Coach Wheeler and questions his every move, causing team morale to sink to an all-time low. It is not until Tiki and a few loyal players take the time to get to know Coach Wheeler and his plans for the team that things start to look more positive for a winning season.

GO LONG! presents a message of cooperation and team spirit, and that along with a strong plot line and likeable characters make it a book that won't gather much dust on the shelf. ( )