Squared Circle by Bennett, James
Sonny, a university freshman and star basketball player, finds that the pressures of college life, NCAA competition, and an unsettling relationship with his feminist cousin bring up painful memories that he must face before he can decide what is important in his life.
Out of Order by Jenkins, A.M. (Amanda McRaney)
Sophomore Colt Trammel loves baseball and his girlfriend Grace, but he hates the rest of high school and maintains a tough facade to hide his feelings of inferiority.
Center Field by Lipsyte, Robert
Mike lives for baseball and hopes to follow his idol into the major leagues one day, but he is distracted by a new player who might take his place in center field, an ankle injury, problems at home, and a growing awareness that something sinister is happening at school.
Full Court Press by Lupica, Mike
When the owner of the worst pro basketball team signs Dee Gerard, the first woman ever to play in the NBA, chaos ensues as Dee tries to play her best game while spoiled young millionaires, personal relationships, and the press wreak havoc on her life.
Mexican Whiteboy by Pena, Matt de la
Sixteen-year-old Danny searches for his identity amidst the confusion of being half-Mexican and half-white while spending a summer with his cousin and new friends on the baseball fields and back alleys of San Diego County, California.
Baseball in April and other stories by Soto, Gary
Eleven short stories focusing on the everyday adventures of young Chicanos growing up in Fresno, California.
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