Eddie's parents watch nervously as their son steps onto the court from "summary" of Million Dollar Shot, The (new cover) by Dan Gutman
Eddie's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ball, stood on the sidelines, their eyes fixed on their son as he made his way onto the basketball court. They could feel their hearts pounding in their chests, nerves running high as they watched him blend in with the rest of the players. It was a big moment for Eddie, a chance to prove himself in front of a crowd of spectators.
As the game began, Mr. and Mrs. Ball couldn't help but feel a sense of unease wash over them. They knew how much this game meant to Eddie, how he had been practicing day in and day out to make his mark on the court. Every move he made was scrutinized by his parents, their anxiety growing with each pass, each shot he took.
The tension in the air was palpable as the game progressed, each minute feeling like an eternity for Eddie's parents. They could see the determination in his eyes, the grit and resilience that drove him to push himself further. It was both thrilling and nerve-wracking to watch their son give it his all, knowing that so much was riding on this game.
As the final seconds ticked away, Eddie's parents held their breath, their eyes glued to the scoreboard. And then, in an instant, it happened - Eddie took the shot. Time seemed to stand still as the ball soared through the air, heading straight for the net. And as it swished through, the crowd erupted into cheers, Mr. and Mrs. Ball included, their faces breaking into proud smiles.
In that moment, all their fears and worries melted away, replaced by sheer joy and pride. Eddie had done it - he had made the shot of a lifetime. And as they watched their son celebrate with his teammates, Mr. and Mrs. Ball knew that this was just the beginning for Eddie, that he was destined for greatness on and off the court.
