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For the first time, star full forward and country boy Jack Bird hasn’t made the local Aussie Rules footy team. And Jack’s own grandfather is the new coach! Angry and confused by his grandfather’s decision, Jack visits his older brother Tom, a professional footballer in Melbourne.

Jack is blown away by Tom’s glamorous city life and celebrity status. But when Tom challenges his brother for not making the team they clash and their grandfather’s secret past is revealed.

Jack is forced to reassess his motivation for playing sport in the first place and in the process grows closer to his grandfather.

*Ages 8-12