Sixteen-year-old Jeremiah Thomas, all-star football player and MVP, had helped lead the Parkview Pacers to their first state title in twenty-one years. Now a new season of football is about to start, and his training has made him the strongest guy at Parkview. Jeremiah's life revolves around faith, family, and football. He's handsome, strong, witty, a captain of the football team, and owner of a state championship ring. And to top it off, The Girl, his childhood crush, likes him. Friday Night Lights, the giant floodlights high above a football field, are shining on him. Jeremiah's life seems perfect. Until the day he feels a marble under his skin. When his minor sports injury turns out to be an aggressive bone cancer, Jeremiah's dreams are sidelined. College football, and a life of ministry like his dad, seem further away than ever. Things couldn't get worse. Until they do. Jeremiah has a 10 percent chance of surviving. While the game clock ticks down on his life, Jeremiah realizes life isn't about him. Life is about dying. And the greatest game he can win is won within. To reach the end zone, Jeremiah will need a different kind of strength that can only come from God. As Jeremiah's strength is tested, his family shares his heartrending experiences on social media, inspiring the world to be "Jeremiah Strong."

In 2011, he became starting linebacker for the New York Giants and triumphed in the Super Bowl—after being told his cancer diagnosis meant he would never play football again.... As a child, Herzlich found true meaning in football, eventually turning his passion into a first-team All-American spot at Boston College. But the budding star was sidelined by persistent, debilitating pain in his left leg. The shocking diagnosis: He had Ewing’s sarcoma, a rare bone cancer. Doctors put his odds of survival as low as ten percent—and no one thought he would be able to run, much less play football, again. Then Herzlich learned of a radical treatment that would give him the best chance to regain his strength and maybe even play football again, but it could cost him his life. Relying on family, friends, faith, and deep wells of determination to help him through treatment, his plan worked. Not only could he run, but he was physically stronger than ever, and mentally ready to battle his way into the NFL. When he was passed over by all thirty-two teams in the draft, he dug deeper and continued his training, winning a spot in the Giants’ training camp and, eventually, on the team. Mark Herzlich fought a battle against cancer, against statistics, and some days against himself. Told with candor and raw emotion, What It Takes is a story for anyone who has ever fought to beat the odds, for anyone who has ever been told that what they are about to attempt is next to impossible. INCLUDES PHOTOS With a foreword by New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin

A teenager bravely battles cancer with his faith sustaining him, while his father searches for a cure to save him in this heartfelt and true story. In April of 2000, seventh-grader Kevin Triplett learns he has osteosarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer. Kevin fights a courageous battle, and his father, Wayne, does everything within his power to help his son win the greatest fight of his young life. Kevin battles his disease valiantly, submitting himself to many cutting-edge, newly discovered therapies. He keeps his spirits high during his treatments, learns to play the guitar, and even forms a Christian rock band. Most importantly, his faith in Jesus Christ carries him through his journey, which ends in 2006. Kevin touches many lives, and the positive influence he has on people, young and old, endears him to everyone. This Little Light Of Mine is the story of his courageous battle against cancer and is peppered with many personal recollections. Grounded in an uncompromising faith in Jesus Christ, Kevin knows that whatever happens during this battle, he will be fine. An inspiring, true story of a son's perseverance and a father's dogged determination to keep him alive, this must read book offers encouragement to all cancer patients and their families.

Long before Lance Armstrong, there was Michael Parker. Michael was an outstanding high school linebacker in 1986 when he learned he had bone cancer. While his team went on to win the state championship without his services, he never relented in his determination to do what no one else had ever done: return to play again. Not only to play, but to play in a state championship game. But he first had to overcome cancer and get approval from the high school athletic association to play as a fifth-year senior. This is the story of how one determined boy overcame tremendous odds to triumph over the biggest challenge of his life. It is also the story of how a team and an entire city rallied behind a young man as he grimly fought his way all the way back. An inspirational story for any age.

Inside the Heart of Every Champion Lies Character Winning at sports and life takes more than just talent and hard work. It takes faith, courage, and above all, character. Celebrate the qualities that turn today's top athletes into role models in this inspiring collection of sports stories. Each story showcases a different athlete and explores one key character trait that has distinguished their successful career. Learn more about the superstars of sport, such as NBA All-Star Stephen Curry, Olympic gold-medalist Simone Manuel, NFL Super Bowl champion Russell Wilson, and many more! Champions aren't born. They are made by living with integrity and purpose. You can be a champion in life too!

Get ready to meet CJ Stroud, a kid with a big arm and an even bigger dream! This exciting book takes you on CJ's incredible journey from a young football fan to a star quarterback in the NFL. In high school, CJ showed everyone he was something special. He threw touchdown passes like it was nobody's business, leading his team to victory after victory. But CJ's dreams were even bigger than high school stardom. He wanted to play college football at the highest level, and he set his sights on Ohio State University. College was a whole new ballgame for CJ, but he didn't back down from the challenge. He worked hard, practiced tirelessly, and learned everything he could about the game. Soon, he was leading the Buckeyes to victory after victory, thrilling fans with his incredible throws and his never-give-up attitude. But CJ's journey wasn't always easy. He faced setbacks and injuries, but he never let them get him down. He learned from his mistakes, grew as a player, and always kept his eyes on the prize. This inspiring book is filled with valuable life lessons that will inspire young readers to chase their own dreams. Whether you're a football fanatic or just love a good underdog story, CJ Stroud's journey is sure to captivate and inspire you. So grab your helmet, lace up your cleats, and get ready to cheer for CJ as he makes his way from high school hero to college football star! Get your copy of "CJ Stroud: From High School Hero to College Football Star" today and get ready to be inspired!

There are three seconds left. You are the field goal kicker and have been asked to be the HERO or the GOAT for your high school football team. You have never kicked a football in a game before. There are over 5000 people in the stands and they are loudly screaming and booing to try to shake you to miss the kick. How do you think you would respond? This is the true story of a High School Football team that started their 2-year journey with "Three Seconds Left.". That high school was called the 71st Fighting Falcons! The boys became men during those 2-yearts and learned of victory and defeat; pain and anguish. This is how the class of 1987 at 71st High School started on their unforgettable football journey. In a strange twist of fate, this is how their story would finally end.