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Decision Time: A Rob Mathews Sports Season
Perfection! Is it possible? The guys hope so . . . but the daunting schedule Coach Dave Wilson has devised makes it seem unlikely. Rob Mathews has daunting questions surrounding his future . . . where will he go to college . . . and what sport will he play?
The Pirates set out on a quest to stay perfect but face long odds with tough non-league games against huge teams from much larger schools. And they still have a powerhouse Pine Bluff team to get by in League play . . . twice. Not to mention a possible roadblock in Tony Russo and his Valley Christian teammates, looking for revenge in the Sectionals. The pressure begins on day one and continues to the last pitch, and as usual, that pressure falls on the shoulders of Rob Mathews. If they can’t be perfect . . . can they salvage the season by becoming Sectional champs again?
Rob is also facing the pressure of deciding his future. It truly is Decision Time. Does he pursue his dreams of playing pro baseball and head to USC with Trip or opt to go to a small school, play two sports, and head back to Hillsdale? A visit to a small school in the Shenandoah mountains in Virginia has him dreaming of heading east and playing ball with Jimmy Beck . . . tour guide in Lexington, Virginia . . . and the kind of kid who could be his best friend . . . much like Trip and Buck had been in Hillsdale.
Rob’s long decision-making process has Allison Pierce, and his Mom, Emily, on pins and needles all season long. Neither want him in Virginia . . . or at USC . . . but both know Rob needs to make the best decision for himself . . . by himself. Along the way, Allison finds time to work her match-making skills in hopes of finding a match for best friends Kate Murphy and Trip McHenry. Decision Time keeps you guessing until the last chapter. What will Rob decide?
ABOUT THE SERIES . . .
Decision Time is the twelfth in a completed series of twelve books by Mac McGowan. Written with a light narrative hand, riveting sports action, and a sprinkling of humor, the stories flow along briskly. The series follows Rob chronologically through his high school career, in either a football, basketball, or baseball season. Rob will face bitter rivals in all three sports and questions of morals, ethics, integrity, and social interaction, on and off the field of play. Through Rob, his mother, the girl-next-door, his best friend, a special girlfriend, and his two mentor coaches, the reader will learn life lessons along with Rob.
The series matures as Rob does, slowly working his way toward adulthood as the conflicts go from bullies to bad coaches to girl problems and work their way up to relationships, where to go to college, and how to look at long-term life goals. It takes a while, but we watch as Rob goes from caring only about what a girl looks like to a guy who understands what’s inside that matters. But make no mistake . . . action-packed sports are at the heart of all 12 books. The series offers an excellent opportunity for readers to enjoy thrilling wins and losses against bitter rivals on the field or court . . . and experience the joy and heartbreak of teenage romance, learn life lessons, make better choices, learn a little coaching philosophy, and become better people. More importantly, it offers an enjoyable, easy, fun, thrilling, and satisfying read.
The Pirates set out on a quest to stay perfect but face long odds with tough non-league games against huge teams from much larger schools. And they still have a powerhouse Pine Bluff team to get by in League play . . . twice. Not to mention a possible roadblock in Tony Russo and his Valley Christian teammates, looking for revenge in the Sectionals. The pressure begins on day one and continues to the last pitch, and as usual, that pressure falls on the shoulders of Rob Mathews. If they can’t be perfect . . . can they salvage the season by becoming Sectional champs again?
Rob is also facing the pressure of deciding his future. It truly is Decision Time. Does he pursue his dreams of playing pro baseball and head to USC with Trip or opt to go to a small school, play two sports, and head back to Hillsdale? A visit to a small school in the Shenandoah mountains in Virginia has him dreaming of heading east and playing ball with Jimmy Beck . . . tour guide in Lexington, Virginia . . . and the kind of kid who could be his best friend . . . much like Trip and Buck had been in Hillsdale.
Rob’s long decision-making process has Allison Pierce, and his Mom, Emily, on pins and needles all season long. Neither want him in Virginia . . . or at USC . . . but both know Rob needs to make the best decision for himself . . . by himself. Along the way, Allison finds time to work her match-making skills in hopes of finding a match for best friends Kate Murphy and Trip McHenry. Decision Time keeps you guessing until the last chapter. What will Rob decide?
ABOUT THE SERIES . . .
Decision Time is the twelfth in a completed series of twelve books by Mac McGowan. Written with a light narrative hand, riveting sports action, and a sprinkling of humor, the stories flow along briskly. The series follows Rob chronologically through his high school career, in either a football, basketball, or baseball season. Rob will face bitter rivals in all three sports and questions of morals, ethics, integrity, and social interaction, on and off the field of play. Through Rob, his mother, the girl-next-door, his best friend, a special girlfriend, and his two mentor coaches, the reader will learn life lessons along with Rob.
The series matures as Rob does, slowly working his way toward adulthood as the conflicts go from bullies to bad coaches to girl problems and work their way up to relationships, where to go to college, and how to look at long-term life goals. It takes a while, but we watch as Rob goes from caring only about what a girl looks like to a guy who understands what’s inside that matters. But make no mistake . . . action-packed sports are at the heart of all 12 books. The series offers an excellent opportunity for readers to enjoy thrilling wins and losses against bitter rivals on the field or court . . . and experience the joy and heartbreak of teenage romance, learn life lessons, make better choices, learn a little coaching philosophy, and become better people. More importantly, it offers an enjoyable, easy, fun, thrilling, and satisfying read.
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Published November 26, 2023
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April 15, 2024
A Grand Finale to the Rob Mathews Sports Series...
Mac McGowan's "Decision Time: A Rob Mathews Sports Season" concludes the critically acclaimed Rob Mathews Sports Series with a compelling story of ambition, pressure, and the power of decision.
As the Hillsdale Pirates strive for excellence, readers are caught up in a frenzy of high-stakes basketball action and heart-pounding drama. Led by senior star Rob Mathews, the squad tackles significant obstacles both on and off the court, ranging from challenging non-league games to competitive league opponents like Pine Bluff and Valley Christian.
Despite the strong competition, Rob struggles with the difficult decisions that will impact his future. With college on the horizon and a professional baseball future on the line, Rob must manage the intricacies of ambition, friendship, and personal fulfillment. As he considers his alternatives, the pressure builds, keeping Rob and those close to him on edge until the last buzzer.
"Decision Time" is a suitable finale to Mac McGowan's Rob Mathews Sports Series, written with his characteristic combination of engaging storytelling and poignant passion. This novel, with its captivating characters, pulse-pounding sporting action, and thought-provoking subjects, will fascinate readers of all ages. Whether you appreciate sports fiction or simply want to read a compelling story about growth and self-discovery, "Decision Time" is a must-read for every bookshelf.
Mac McGowan's "Decision Time: A Rob Mathews Sports Season" concludes the critically acclaimed Rob Mathews Sports Series with a compelling story of ambition, pressure, and the power of decision.
As the Hillsdale Pirates strive for excellence, readers are caught up in a frenzy of high-stakes basketball action and heart-pounding drama. Led by senior star Rob Mathews, the squad tackles significant obstacles both on and off the court, ranging from challenging non-league games to competitive league opponents like Pine Bluff and Valley Christian.
Despite the strong competition, Rob struggles with the difficult decisions that will impact his future. With college on the horizon and a professional baseball future on the line, Rob must manage the intricacies of ambition, friendship, and personal fulfillment. As he considers his alternatives, the pressure builds, keeping Rob and those close to him on edge until the last buzzer.
"Decision Time" is a suitable finale to Mac McGowan's Rob Mathews Sports Series, written with his characteristic combination of engaging storytelling and poignant passion. This novel, with its captivating characters, pulse-pounding sporting action, and thought-provoking subjects, will fascinate readers of all ages. Whether you appreciate sports fiction or simply want to read a compelling story about growth and self-discovery, "Decision Time" is a must-read for every bookshelf.
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