{"product_id":"goals-beyond-the-shadow-paperback","title":"Goals Beyond the Shadow - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eAlex Hayes\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn a world where fitting in feels impossible, can he discover where he belongs?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFifteen-year-old Leo Robinson Jr. wants nothing to do with basketball-or the superstar dad who abandoned his family.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLiving out of a car with his mom and little brother, Leo is tired of being mocked as \"Superstar\" and haunted by a legacy he never chose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThen a single kick on the school field changes everything. Leo discovers a hidden talent-and a new dream: \u003cstrong\u003esoccer\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut talent alone isn't enough. To prove himself, Leo must face bullies, survive brutal practices, and earn the trust of skeptical teammates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJust as he finally begins to belong, betrayal strikes. A vicious tackle leaves him with a torn ACL and a long, painful road to recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNow, as his family struggles and the weight of his name grows heavier, Leo must decide if he has the heart and grit to fight back-not just for the game, but for himself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eGoals Beyond the Shadow\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is an inspiring \u003cstrong\u003ecoming-of-age soccer novel for teens\u003c\/strong\u003e about friendship, resilience, and the courage to rise after every setback.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for readers who love underdog stories, YA sports fiction, and heartfelt family drama.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 456\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.02 x 8 x 5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 11, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Print:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57230257226033,"sku":"9798995653301","price":32.38,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1004\/9532\/7537\/files\/eKDJ5P7KNh9798995653301.webp?v=1793429540","url":"https:\/\/mitchellofficial.com\/products\/goals-beyond-the-shadow-paperback","provider":"MITCHELL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}