Number 9: The Beginning

By: Jack Scorer

Jack lives and breathes soccer but has never played for a real team. When a golden ticket lands him at England's elite academy, ruthless rivals and relentless coaches make him question everything. Then he discovers The Bandits—street soccer players who show him the game's soul. Can a small-town Texas dreamer with zero experience rise to the top?

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Book Description

A HIGH-STAKES SOCCER ADVENTURE WHERE THE HIDDEN WORLD OF SECRET STREET SOCCER COLLIDES WITH THE PRESSURE OF ELITE ACADEMY TRAINING. CAN ONE UNDERDOG PROVE HE BELONGS?

Jack lives and breathes soccer. He dreams of being a star. There's just one problem—he’s never played for a real team.

When an unexpected opportunity lands him a spot at England’s most prestigious soccer academy, Jack trades his small-town Texas life for the high-stakes world of elite training in London. But dreams and reality rarely match.

The academy is ruthless. Every pass is judged, every mistake magnified. Rival players want him gone, and relentless coaches push him to his limits. Alone in a foreign country, Jack begins to wonder—does he really belong here?

Then he stumbles upon The Bandits—a secret crew of street soccer players who defy the rules of the game. In underground matches, Jack discovers that skill isn’t just about drills and tactics—it’s about creativity, instinct, and heart.

As he balances the structured academy with the wild, unpredictable world of street soccer, Jack faces his biggest challenge yet: Can he prove that an outsider, a dreamer, a kid with zero experience… can rise to the top?


🔥 Why Kids Love It:
✔ Fast-paced matches that keep readers on the edge of their seats
✔ A relatable underdog hero who fights for his dreams
✔ Exciting street soccer scenes packed with cool tricks and creativity


💡 Why Parents Love It:
✔ Teaches perseverance, teamwork, and confidence—valuable lessons beyond the game
✔ Inspires kids to chase their dreams, no matter where they start
✔ Fun and engaging for both avid and reluctant readers


⚽ The perfect book series for kids ages 8-12, especially 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders who love soccer, adventure and sports.


🎯 Join Jack’s thrilling soccer journey today!

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