Taking a Stand

Callum and Jackson are two footballers competing in the Cathay Cup final, but Jackson is facing racist abuse from a teammate. It's time to take a stand.

Format: Paperback / softback
Publication date: 25 April 2022
Publisher: Badger Publishing

Callum and Jackson, two aspiring footballers, are embarking on a brand-new aspirational series that follows their first prestigious international pre-season tournament, the Cathay Cup. With the final just around the corner, Jackson is under immense pressure, but he cannot shake off the racist abuse he has received from a teammate. It is time for him to take a stand and address the issue head-on.

Callum and Jackson's journey begins with the Cathay Cup, a prestigious international pre-season tournament that promises to be a challenging and exciting experience for the two young players. As they prepare for the final, Jackson is plagued by the racist abuse he has received from a teammate. The abuse has taken a toll on his mental health, and he is struggling to focus on the game.

Callum, who has been a close friend of Jackson's for years, is determined to help him through this difficult time. He knows that racism is a serious issue that needs to be addressed, and he is not afraid to speak out against it. Callum encourages Jackson to report the abuse to the team's management, and he promises to support him every step of the way.

Jackson is hesitant to report the abuse, as he fears that it will damage his reputation and his chances of playing in the future. He has always been a team player, and he does not want to let his teammates down. However, Callum convinces him that it is important to take a stand and to ensure that racism is not tolerated in the sport.

Callum and Jackson's journey takes them to different parts of the world, as they compete in the Cathay Cup. They face tough opponents, and they must work hard to win the tournament. Along the way, they learn valuable lessons about teamwork, leadership, and resilience.

One of the most significant lessons that Callum and Jackson learn is the importance of standing up for what is right. They realize that racism is not just a problem in the sport, but it is a problem in society as a whole. They are determined to use their platform to raise awareness about the issue and to promote change.

Callum and Jackson's journey also takes them to the Cathay Cup final. The game is intense, and the pressure is on. Jackson is determined to win, but he is also aware of the racist abuse he has received. He takes a deep breath and focuses on the game.

In the final moments of the game, Jackson scores the winning goal. The crowd erupts in celebration, and Jackson is overjoyed. However, he is also aware that the racist abuse he has received has not been forgotten.

Callum and Jackson's journey has been a powerful one. They have faced racism head-on, and they have used their platform to raise awareness about the issue. They have learned valuable lessons about teamwork, leadership, and resilience, and they have shown that it is possible to overcome adversity.

In conclusion, Callum and Jackson's journey is a powerful one that follows two aspiring footballers as they embark on their first prestigious international pre-season tournament. Jackson is plagued by racist abuse from a teammate, and he is hesitant to report it. Callum encourages him to take a stand and to ensure that racism is not tolerated in the sport. Callum and Jackson's journey takes them to different parts of the world, as they compete in the Cathay Cup. They learn valuable lessons about teamwork, leadership, and resilience, and they use their platform to raise awareness about the issue. In the final moments of the Cathay Cup final, Jackson scores the winning goal, but he is also aware that the racist abuse he has received has not been forgotten. Callum and Jackson's journey has been a powerful one that shows that it is possible to overcome adversity and to make a difference in the world.

Weight: 74g
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781788376594