The Phantom Goalie

Be careful what you wish for... especially if it's a pair of haunted goalie gloves found in a school basement. Leo Thompson is the worst player on the Mighty Manatees. He trips over his own shoelaces, he's afraid of the ball, and his team is the laughingstock of the league. Leo dreams of finding a "Cheat Code"—a way to become a superstar instantly without practicing. Then, he finds The Gloves. Hidden in the dusty corner of the school Lost & Found, the ancient leather gloves look like trash. But when Leo puts them on, magic happens. He becomes unstoppable. He makes impossible saves. He does backflips. He catches cannonballs with one hand. But the gloves have a secret. They belong to Isaac Garris, a ghost with a 100-year-old grudge. And Isaac doesn't just want to win the game... he wants to settle a score. Now, Leo is trapped in a nightmare. The gloves are controlling his hands. They're throwing food in the cafeteria, writing angry messages on the chalkboard, and playing dirty on the field. Leo has one week to break the curse before the Championship Game. If he can't find a way to take the gloves off, he won't just lose the trophy. He might lose his soul. Perfect for fans of Goosebumps**,** Diary of a Wimpy Kid**, and** The Last Kids on Earth**!** WHY PARENTS & TEACHERS LOVE THIS BOOK: ? For Reluctant Readers: Short chapters, fast-paced action, and video game references ("God Mode," "Cheat Codes") keep kids hooked. ? Sports + Spooks: The perfect blend of competitive soccer action and "safe" scares (no gore, just creepy fun). ? Important Lessons: Teaches kids about integrity, the dangers of taking shortcuts, and finding confidence in yourself. Scroll up and click 'Buy Now' to join the team—before the whistle blows!