Fourth Down!

"Fourth Down!" by Ralph Henry Barbour is a sports-centered young adult novel that follows Toby Tucker's journey through Yardley Hall School, dealing with friendships, rivalries, and the ups and downs of football. As Toby and his friends come back from summer break, they ponder the start of a new school year and the challenges that await them; an unexpected boxcar halts their train, marking the start of their return. At school, we see Toby's caring nature as he tries to assist troubled students like George W. Tubb while getting ready for the football season. With humor and youthful struggles mixed throughout the narrative, the book paints a picture of school life and the importance of teamwork.