The Schoolboy
Description:... Fourteen-year-old Sam Parma plays more baseball thangolf, so when his mother urges him to play in a junior golftournament, he protests but reluctantly agrees. Learningthat his uncle was a two time winner of The SchoolboyChampionship, Sam feels pressure to perform as well asexcitement for potential success.Dropped off at the municipal golf course with a hodgepodgeset of clubs, limited skills, and the added responsibility tolook after his younger brother, Sam ventures to the sign-uptable. There he meets his three playing partners: a well-equippedrich kid, a profanity-spraying cheater, and anoversized neighborhood bully. Getting to the first tee is theeasy part for Sam. Making it past unexpected obstacles, squaring off in conflict, and conquering his fears are onlysome of the challenges he faces on the course.Sam makes lasting memories and learns a number oflessons about honesty, sportsmanship, and courtesy-lessonsthat will guide him throughout his life.
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