In this inspiring graphic memoir about teamwork, friendship, crushes and touchdowns, the author shares her experiences on the boys football team as she shows everyone what it means to play like a girl. Simultaneous and eBook. Illustrations.
Debut author Misty Wilson chronicles her seventh-grade experience as the only girl on her towns football team in this empowering graphic memoir about teamwork, friendship, crushes, and touchdowns.
Misty never shies away from a challenge, on or off the field. So when the boys tell her she cant play football, theres only one thing to do: join their team and show them what shes got.
But the training is rougher than she thoughtand so are the other guys, who arent thrilled about having a girl on their team.
Middle school isnt so easy, either. Misty wants to fit in with the popular kids, but they think a girl playing football is weird. Even her best friend doesnt get it.
Can Misty find a way to score points with her teammates, make new friends, and show everyoneincluding herselfwhat it means to play like a girl?
I am a huge fan of Misty and her courageous journey of staying true to herself. Readers will love her! Terri Libenson, New York Times bestselling author of the Emmie & Friends series
This is the book I wish Id had as a kid. Mistys passion for football and her fight to play in a male-dominated sport while balancing friendship and crushes makes for a winning read! Dr. Jen Welter, first female NFL coach, first female running back in mens pro football, and founder of Grrridiron Girls
