Christmas Chronicles: The Beautiful Game's Holiday Magic

By Bradley Kai Nimpa

I woke up before my alarm. The room was dark except for the streetlamp outside. Checking my phone-6:15 AM. Game day. Not just any game day-the final tournament, with scouts and elite coaches watching. My future was on the line.
I stretched, shaking off the heaviness. No distractions. Just focus.
A knock. Marcus walked in, already dressed, coffee in hand. "Rise and shine, champ," he smirked.
"Too early for jokes," I muttered.
"Dad's making breakfast. Coach says the bus leaves at 7:30."
I nodded, nerves tightening. "Got it."
"You ready?" he asked.
"Yeah." Maybe.
"Good," he said. "Because I invited some family."
I froze. "What?"
"Uncle Elon, Daimian, and Kai are in town. Thought they'd enjoy the game."
Great. No pressure.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F4W9C3VN
• ISBN13: 9798319391650
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 120 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"