10 Reviews: Best Sports Books for Tweens (Apr 2024)

This book is the first series of sports book novels. Written by a magnificent middle-grade author, it tells about a talented young boy. Castle Crenshaw was nicknamed Ghost due to his run-away skill. He was then accepted to the local track team. However, he is not sure about joining the team. Not only is he struggling, but Castle also lives with a single mother. Therefore with help from the adults, this talented boy can make a way.

"My son is having a tough time in middle school. ... It was very relatable so my son and I could have a discussion after each chapter."

by M'Erica L. Daniel

This book has a simple story that can move your heart. Molly, a girl who plays baseball, decides to join the baseball team at school. However, this girl joins the boys’ team. Her decision comes up due to the grief after her father’s death. She does not get comfort from her mother and misses her father a lot. Therefore, Molly should make a great decision. Not only about baseball but also about the people she loves.

"I bought this book as a gift for a young ball playing friend. She is in love with baseball. This book was very well received. ..."

by Minyon B.

This book will astonish your tween with complicated problems. But this is how it works. Nicky, an a 12 years old boy, is excellent. He is a soccer athlete who looks forward to a tournament. However, Nicky also faces another problem. His parents are divorced, and he wants to know how to talk to his crush. If you teach your teen about puberty and how to maintain his skill in sport, this can be the best option of sports books for tweens.

"Amazing book lots of detail and very sports related.if you like soccer you will like it and I highly recommend the first book"

by Ivy Pete

The following best sports books for tweens come from the swimming realm. It starts with Enith, a middle schooler who does not interest in swimming lessons at school. She does not care about this lesson until her neighbor, Etta, coaches her in the swimming lesson. Although Enith has significant swimming insecurity, she manages to improve a lot. In addition, this girl could even compete with her team, The Mighty Manatees.

"Awesome Graphic Novel. I really enjoyed reading the Swim Team and listening to my 9 y/o read outloud to my 6 y/o. ... A very encouraging book."

by Christie

Another sports book comes with a historical moment. The story begins with two siblings who live in the 15th century. Ohkwa’ri and Otsi:stia, his twin sisters, take part in the story. He then overheard that the older boys would destroy the neighborhood villagers. Then he tries to overcome the problem by telling the elderly in Mohawk. In opposite, the boys want to hurt him in the village-game lacrosse. Will Ohkwa’ri be able to fight and protect himself?

"This was a great read aloud for our history! The kids loved the story, it kept them entertained and went along perfectly with our unit on the Indian nations!"

by Homeschool mama

Is your teen a fan of baseball? If so, this actual storybook might suit their taste. The story begins with young Steve, who lives in Brooklyn. All of his neighborhoods are Jewish. But then there is a new if an African-American will move to that region. Not many people are welcome. However, Steve, who is in love with baseball, wants to know who is his new neighbor. He then discovers that Jackie Robinson is there! A legend is living right next door.

"Our 11-year old son, who not only has enjoyed playing baseball for the last 4 years, but also wears number 42 on all his jerseys, loved reading this book. ... He even learned a few things about Jackie Robinson that he had not already known. ..."

by Boiler

This book has a captivating story about a girl who is a die-hard-fans of the Brooklyn Dodgers. Maggie befriends Jim. He then teaches her how to keep track of the score. However, Jim is resent to Korea. They are apart but never stop corresponding to each other. When Jim comes back, he brings trouble. You will understand how a fan will always support her idol. In addition, Maggie’s persistent behavior can influence your children to be more diligent.

"I read this book with my 9 year old son. It is such a wonderful story of love, friendship, sacrifice & hope."

by Funke

The Native Americans have a terrible experience with the US government’s violent persecution. They are even considered a degradation of the generation. Even worse, the government has an intention to erase the Indian culture. However, these young men do not stop defending their community. They then become magnificent people in the sports realm. Therefore, their struggle in defending the Indians must be remembered.

"My son (age 10) loved this book. As a parent, I loved that he learned a little history and a lot of real-world examples of grit and perseverance. Wonderful selection for any aspiring athlete."

by LDW

Maxine Chen is a stunning middle-schooler who loves ice-skating. She can become a great athlete, but several problems appear. Maxine then experiences bullying due to her Chinese heritage. Therefore she becomes speechless. But it is not the end; this girl gets up and struggles to perform well in the competition. But, due to the racism and bullying she gets, will she be able to make a comeback on the uneven ice?

"... It touches on many issues, including bullying and the challenges of friendship with thoughtfulness and caring. I highly recommend this book."

by Glenn L.

If your tween is not a novel fan, Guys Read is a collection of short stories. The author writes the best sports books for tweens, including many sports realms. Including basketball, baseball even mixed martial arts. Therefore, your teen can get entertainment based on many experiences from famous athletes, including James Brown, Tim Green, Gordon Korman, etc. In addition, the book has an illustration part that will not make your teen bored.

"A perfect book for boy readers! The authors know what boys are looking for in a book. This book goes beyond sports- and pulls readers into other important live choices. Well done."

by Gary metivier