High Hurdles — Stephen D. Smith

Matt feels right at home when he's running track -- a lot different than he feels at his real home! Matt is accepted and encouraged by his teammates and coach, but at home his mother's drinking is taking its toll. How long can he keep those two parts of his life separate?

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?