Forward Pass: A Story of the "New Football"

Name: Forward Pass: A Story of the "New Football"
Author: Ralph Henry Barbour

By Ralph Henry Barbour

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A boy leaves home for boarding school and becomes involved in the school's football program, learning the game's emerging tactics, especially a recently adopted forward pass. Through practices, matches, and locker-room politics he faces selection challenges, rivalries, and injuries while forming friendships and proving himself on the field. Mentors and teammates shape his moral and physical development, and pivotal games test teamwork, strategy, and character as the squad adapts to new play and strives for victory.

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.