The Boy Who Gave Up the Race to Save His Rival

them what to wear.

Marcus recognized that look.

The careful distance.

The pretending not to want anything too much.

Coach Brooks handed him a whistle.

Marcus shook his head. “No, sir. I’m not ready for whistle power.”

Coach laughed. “Smart man.”

They spent the morning teaching warmups, pacing games, and relay drills.

Marcus noticed one boy standing near the continue reading …