Who is your favorite adult in the book? Why?

What surprised you most in the book? Why?

At the end of the book, the author writes "Coach finally puts you in. It feels good to run toward something, and not away" What does the author mean by this?

What is the significance of the title?

Do you think Nick's love of soccer helps him deal with his problems? Why?

How did Nick's relationship with each of his parents change throughout the book?

How do Nick and Coby keep their friendship strong while playing on competing soccer teams?

Why do you think Nick sometimes uses humor instead of talking about how he feels?

Why doesn’t Nick like to read? What changes his mind?