81 pages • 2 hours read
Tommy GreenwaldGame Changer
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2018A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Tommy Greenwald’s Game Changer (2018) explores the turbulent aftermath of a life-threatening head injury suffered by 13-year-old promising football player Teddy Youngblood during a scrimmage at Walthorne High School's summer football camp. As Teddy lies in a coma, his town grapples with the injury's implications, questioning the coach’s responsibility and the role of high school football, while emerging evidence suggests foul play amidst the team’s toxic culture.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Tommy Greenwald's Game Changer captures the intense world of youth sports and its darker sides. Reviewers praise its engaging narrative and relatable characters, though some feel the pacing could be tighter. The story poignantly addresses peer pressure and ethics, resonating well with both teens and adults. Overall, a compelling read with meaningful lessons.
Who Should Read Game Changer?
A reader who enjoyed Tommy Greenwald's Game Changer is likely a middle-grade to young adult fan who appreciates sports fiction with a focus on moral dilemmas, personal growth, and contemporary issues. Fans of Mike Lupica’s Heat or Kwame Alexander’s The Crossover would enjoy the engaging narrative and relatable characters.