Winner of the Telegraph Sports Book Awards Children's Book of the YearSmall, skinny and short-sighted . . . and dazzlingly talented.Jimmy Joseph loves rugby. All he dreams about is one day playing for his country in a World Cup, or winning a Test series for the Lions with a last-minute drop-goal. But when he kicks an up-and-under in the schoolyard and accidentally hits the new head of PE, Mr Kane, on the head, he makes a powerful enemy.Jimmy and his best friends -&nbsp;Manu, Scott and Kitty -&nbsp;try to prove their worth on the rugby field, but to no avail. Mr Kane has it out for them, and he's being helped by team captain Mike Green, well known as the school bully.Can Jimmy and his friends overcome the tyranny of Mr Kane and help Mike see the error of his ways? Or will the combination of bullying, pressure and dirty tactics derail the friends' rugby careers before they have even begun?An epic new rugby series begins here!

Chasing a Rugby Dream: Book One: Kick Off

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Hook, James

Brayley, David

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Percy Mallory

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A portrayal of a young person following their dream in the game, a cracking read' - Alun Wyn Jones, Wales and the British & Irish LionsJimmy Joseph is enjoying a long, hot summer with his friends, counting down the days until he attends his first ever training camp at the Eagles Academy, the youth section of his local pro club. He hopes this is going to be the first major step on his journey to being a professional rugby player ... but a heavy tackle in training and cruel behaviour from his nemesis, Mr Kane, leads to Jimmy suffering a complete loss of confidence. How can he ever regain his love of the game - and fulfil his rugby dreams - if he is too afraid to tackle?In this new rugby adventure for Jimmy and his friends, James Hook and David Brayley examine concussion, tackling, friendship, loyalty and the true bravery that's needed to overcome your fears.

Chasing a Rugby Dream: Book Two: Impact

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