Tournament upstart
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1984
A talented but inexperienced underdog joins a high school football team and must prove himself against skepticism and tough competition.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
Depicts physical contact and competition inherent in football.
Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
No scary or horror elements are present.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The worldview is secular, focusing on sports and personal achievement.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows courage in facing challenges and doubters.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Teamwork and camaraderie are important themes.
Characters learn from mistakes and strive for improvement.
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