Review
From the Lulu Book Review - June 5, 2008
Take a chance and read this book about a young reporter getting a chance at the big leagues of sports commentary and there-s no mistake that Bob McDonald is an author who probably spent overtime crafting a fun and inspiring book about one man-s triumph in the spotlight at center court!
Right from the beginning, McDonald treats the reader to a play-by-play look into the college sports world from reporters fighting for a place up front, to locker room antics, player stats, and more. Despite the lack of my very own sports vocabulary, not once was I bored with any of his basketball drama. I thoroughly enjoyed seeing Davis thrown into the world of B-ball reporting and realizing there-s a lot more at stake than good copy everyone will be vying to read in the morning.
Those interested in journalism will also relate well to Davis as he probes for answers to his questions with the players and their not so cooperative coach, Tip Woods, who doesn-t relate well to reporters due to his conflict with the old editor. Davis soon learns that being the lead sports editor is not all it-s cracked up to be. His stress level, and his confidence, quickly builds as the season becomes the ride of his life for both him and the team, and the health of his biggest fan, Uncle Phil, begins to fail.
McDonald has penned a story which, sports fans or not, any reader can relate to. As Davis is swept up in his new responsibilities and has to face criticism from readers, competition, and teammates, his struggle to succeed in his position is evident and will have you rooting for the underdog. The support of Davis-s family, the minor players in this tale, give the story a positive outlook and lots of heart reminding us that well, maybe it-s not all about the game!
Product Description
Flagrant Foul, as part of the Stories from the Forester series, goes beyond the Sports section and into the real-life the Brown's life, which, during the course of the season, becomes a dizzying mix of highs and lows, from falling in love to coping with his uncle's failing health.
