For the good of the team

Name: For the good of the team
Author: Ralph Henry Barbour

By Ralph Henry Barbour

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A returning student and team captain confronts tension when a new coach arrives, producing clashes over authority and strategy. A teammate's injury, disagreements with the athletic faculty, and selection controversies unsettle the lineup; leaders are replaced and some players lose roles. The squad confronts defeats, works through handicaps including a need for a reliable kicker, and negotiates personal pride versus team good. Through conflicts, interventions by teammates and faculty, and decisive plays late in the season, characters reconsider priorities, make sacrifices, and rally to finish the campaign united and focused on the team's welfare.

About the Author

Ralph Henry Barbour

Ralph Henry Barbour was an American author known for his engaging stories aimed primarily at young readers. His works often revolve around themes of sports, adventure, and camaraderie, reflecting the values of friendship and perseverance. Barbour's notable titles include "Behind the Line: A Story of College Life and Football" and "A Maid in Arcady," which showcase his ability to blend excitement with moral lessons. With a prolific output of over seventy works, he contributed significantly to early 20th-century children's literature, particularly in the genre of sports fiction.