"Winning His 'Y': A Story of School Athletics" by Ralph Henry Barbour is a tale set in the vibrant Yardley Hall School during the early 1900s, where youthful ambition clashes with fierce athletic rivalries. The narrative follows Gerald Pennimore's quest to earn recognition and respect through sports, particularly in a pivotal cross-country race against Broadwood school. Introduced on an autumn morning filled with school spirit, Gerald, alongside his friends Dan and Alf, confronts the challenges of competition and proving his worth. Amidst lively camaraderie and playful banter, the story takes a turn when accusations of cheating arise, testing the bonds of friendship and sportsmanship as Gerald navigates the complexities of school life in pursuit of his athletic dreams.
Winning His "Y": A Story of School Athletics
By Ralph Henry Barbour
In a school fueled by rivalry, a young athlete's dreams are threatened when accusations of cheating surface during a crucial race.
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About the AuthorRalph Henry Barbour was an American novelist, who primarily wrote popular works of sports fiction for boys. In collaboration with L. H. Bickford, he also wrote as Richard Stillman Powell, notably Phyllis in Bohemia. Other works included light romances and adventure.
Ralph Henry Barbour was an American novelist, who primarily wrote popular works of sports fiction for boys. In collaboration with L. H. Bickford, he also wrote as Richard Stillman Powell, notably Phyllis in Bohemia. Other works included light romances and adventure.
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