Paul D. Mock

Do you believe a pair of shoes can change your life? Kelly loves the game of basketball, but she has one major problem: she is terrified of playing in front of a crowd. Whenever the bleachers fill up with cheering fans, her nerves take over, and she freezes on the court. Everything changes the day she discovers a mysterious pair of bright red hightop sneakers. The moment Kelly laces them up, her fear completely vanishes. Suddenly, she is a confident, aggressive, and unstoppable force on the basketball court, sinking shots and stealing the ball like a true champion. But as her team keeps winning, Kelly starts to wonder about the magic behind her new shoes. Is her incredible new talent coming from the red-hot hightops, or has the skill been inside her all along? Hit the court for a fun, fast-paced sports fantasy about finding your confidence and believing in yourself.