4 Quotes by Jake Maddox

Even though his sister was five years older, Jack couldn’t help feeling jealous. Becca’s skills were so impressive that coaches had moved her to the boys’ team. Yes, Jack, often said, Becca’s my sister. Yes, she plays hockey on the boys’ team. For some reason, Jack usually had to give the info twice. Yes, she’s my sister. Yes, she plays for the boys team.

Jack was confident that this year would be different. His sister was a goalie. He was a center. They both could be great players in their own way, and he intended to prove it.

Mason used to be one of Jack’s best friends. He was a good center, but an even better winger. The boys started out in Mites together and had been on teams together ever since. Mason had Jack beat on speed, but he couldn’t match Jack’s stickhandling.

How can you not talk about hockey when you have a star in your house? Megan asked. Her mouth remained open in disbelief.