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Books in Team Jake Maddox Sports Stories series

  • On Guard

    Jake Maddox, Sean Tiffany

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2010)
    Trey Smith, the captain of the Wildcats, knows he's one of the best players on the team. He doesn't worry about anything when he's on the court. But then he finds out that he knows someone on a rival team. It's his cousin, Pete. And to make matters worse, they're assigned to guard each other. How can Trey play when he'll have to beat his cousin to win?
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  • Disc Golf Drive

    Jake Maddox, Sean Tiffany

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2009)
    When Ed learns how to play disc golf at summer camp, he can't wait to play with his best friend, Harry. Soon, star quarterback Gordy wants to play too. With Gordy's help, can the boys convince the football coach that Dribble Creek needs its own disc golf team?
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  • Shipwreck!: A Survive! Story

    Jake Maddox, Sean Tiffany

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2009)
    When their whale-watching trip goes horribly wrong, Skylar, Gabby, and Miles find themselves on an inflatable raft in the middle of the ocean. With no food, a small amount of water, and only a small first-aid kit to help them, they must spend three treacherous days on the waves, hoping desperately for help to arrive. Sharks circle, their water supply dwindles, and Gabby begins to hallucinate. Will they survive, or are they lost at sea forever?
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  • Point Guard Prank

    Jake Maddox, Sean Tiffany

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Someone keeps playing pranks on Ryan and it is starting to affect how he plays basketball. Who is the big prankster and why is he or she out to get Ryan? Part of the Jake Maddox series of books, this story is sure to hook young sports fans.
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  • Touchdown Triumph

    Jake Maddox, Jesus Salvador Aburto Martinez

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2015)
    Oliver Jeffries is used to moving around. His dad is in the Army, and moving is just part of life. But it finally looks like they'll be staying in one place, and Oliver decides to join Jackson Middle School's football team. Things couldn't be going better: he's the starting wide receiver, his team is undefeated, and he's actually starting to make friends. But when Oliver gets word that his family needs to move again, he's about to lose it all. Does he have the heart to lead his team to victory in one final game?
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  • Blue Line Breakaway

    Jake Maddox, Sean Tiffany

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2018)
    Jack has the talent to be a big-time hockey player just like his older sister. Can Jack find a way to slip out of his sister's shadow and become a hockey phenom in his own right?
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  • Blizzard!: A Survive! Story

    Jake Maddox, Sean Tiffany

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2009)
    They were supposed to be attending a volunteer dinner in their honor, but instead, Owen and Gray have been stranded in the middle of a raging blizzard. Once the storm subsides, the boys decide to try to find their way back to civilization. But with no food or water, freezing temperatures, and no help in sight, both boys begin to lose hope. Can they make it safely home, or will the frozen elements become too much for them to handle?
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  • Cycling Champion

    Jake Maddox, Martin Powell, Eduardo Garcia

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2012)
    Austin, eager to prove himself and win a sports trophy like his older brothers, joins a local cycling club and enters a Tour de France-style bike race. Not only does he have to find a bike, train, and learn the course, but he also has to deal with a bully who wants him out of the club. For Austin, it feels like a race just to get to the starting line!
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  • Relay Race Breakdown

    Jake Maddox, Thomas Kingsley Troupe, Eduardo Garcia

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2012)
    A digital solution for your classroom with features created with teachers and students in mind: • Perpetual license • 24 hour, 7 days a week access • No limit to the number of students accessing one title at a time • Provides a School to Home connection wherever internet is available • Easy to use • Ability to turn audio on and off • Words highlighted to match audio Nick hates running, but when his gym teacher gives him an ultimatum―join the relay-race team or fail the class―he knows he has no choice. He'll have to suck it up and run. Will he learn to run or let down his team?
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  • Pool Panic

    Jake Maddox, Katie Wood

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Jenny has always loved swimming, so this year she’s finally decided to join the swim team. Jenny cruises through the pool during practice, but when she sees the crowd of spectators at her first meet, she freezes up. Can Jenny overcome her fears and help lead her team to victory? This fast-paced sports story is a winning read for any young athlete!
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  • Karate Countdown

    Jake Maddox, Sean Tiffany

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2009)
    When Kenny's anger problem gets out of control, his father signs him up for karate lessons. But even in karate class, Kenny can't get a grip on his temper. He's getting a reputation for being angry. With help from his karate teacher, will Kenny be able to calm down long enough to focus and win? .
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  • Soccer Show-Off

    Jake Maddox, Katie Wood

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Gina loves playing soccer, and she can't wait to join the team at her new school. But when Gina tries to be the star of the team, her new teammates don't exactly appreciate it. Gina has to learn that teamwork is more important than winning before she can get back on the field.
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