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Teens · Ages 13–17

The Hoopster

by Alan Lawrence Sitomer

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2003

A high school basketball player navigates family issues and the pressures of his sport.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some kissing and discussion of relationships occurs.

Violence / Gore20

Minor scuffles and aggressive play happen on the basketball court.

Profanity / Language30

Mild profanity like 'damn' and 'hell' is used by characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is featured.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are included.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

Focus is on secular teen life and sports achievement.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

The protagonist shows courage facing difficult family situations.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Some familial love and friendship are shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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