Fourth and Long — Stephen D. Smith

Alex thought he was a natural for the football team. When the coach cuts him, he begins to doubt his own abilities and second-guess himself off the field as well. Can Alex learn to cope with disappointment and learn from it, or will wounded pride only make him bitter?

Exciting sports, intense competition, inspiring stories . . . Game On! is a sports fiction series that presents true-to-life stories of young athletes who must overcome obstacles on and off the field. The characters aren't always the best athletes, but they aren't always underdogs either. As these athletes work through intense personal struggles, how will their faith change them -- and impact others?