{"product_id":"jake-a-young-boys-hudson-smedley-9798332721908","title":"Jake - A Young Boy's Basketball Journey: A Story of Resilience, Courage, and Dedication","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"An absolute gem for young athletes! This book beautifully combines an inspiring basketball story with essential life lessons in resilience and discipline-perfect for fostering both a love for sports and personal growth.\" - Itachi (Parent)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHe Loves Basketball.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut What He Really Wants Is to Prove He's Capable of More.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eJake doesn't just want to win games.\u003cbr\u003eHe wants to grow.\u003cbr\u003eHe wants to push through doubt.\u003cbr\u003eHe wants to find out what he's really made of.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut growth isn't easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThere will be tough losses.\u003cbr\u003eTougher critics.\u003cbr\u003eMoments where quitting feels easier than showing up again.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJake - A Young Boy's Basketball Journey\u003c\/b\u003e is more than a sports story. It's a powerful coming-of-age story about confidence, resilience, discipline, and learning how to handle pressure-on and off the court.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCo-written by a private sports mentality coach and his son, this story blends heart, realism, and life lessons into a page-turning journey young athletes won't forget.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis Isn't Just a Basketball Book. It's a Mental Strength Story.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEvery chapter reflects what real kids face: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNerves before big games\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFear of disappointing others\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandling criticism from coaches and teammates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearning from mistakes instead of being crushed by them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalancing sports, school, and self-doubt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThrough Jake's wins and losses, readers learn how to: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild confidence without arrogance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle setbacks without giving up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRespect coaches, teachers, and teammates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStay disciplined when motivation fades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl emotions under pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompete hard while staying humble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThese aren't just basketball lessons.\u003cbr\u003eThey're life skills.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuilt for Young Athletes - and the Adults Who Support Them\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eParents love this book because it opens real conversations about: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffort vs. talent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandling pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-worth beyond performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResponding to criticism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing through adversity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCoaches appreciate how it reinforces discipline, teamwork, and emotional control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTeachers value the embedded vocabulary development-complex words are defined naturally within the story so reading skills grow without interrupting the action.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKids love it because it feels real.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eFast-paced. 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Honest.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect For: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasketball players ages 8-14\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYoung athletes in any sport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKids who love underdog sports stories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParents raising confident, resilient competitors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoaches looking for character-building material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether your child plays competitively or just dreams of greatness, this story reminds them that success isn't just about talent-it's about mindset.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIf your child has ever: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFelt nervous before a big moment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuestioned whether they're good enough\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWanted to quit after a tough loss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOr dreamed of becoming something more...\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis book will hit home.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd \u003cb\u003eJake - A Young Boy's Basketball Journey\u003c\/b\u003e to your cart today and give your child a story that builds more than skills-it builds character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBecause strong athletes aren't just built in the gym.\u003cbr\u003eThey're built in the mind.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Hudson Smedley,Ron Smedley\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798332721908\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 07\/24\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 162\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.43lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.35d","brand":"Hudson Smedley","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":49083414184191,"sku":"9798332721908","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/jake-a-young-boys-hudson-smedley-9798332721908","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}