Soccer is life
Pimville Library Soccer
Pimville Library Soccer
English

Bling was passionate about soccer.

When talking about the game, he often said, "Soccer is life."

1

Bling was one of Coach Tsepo's best players.

The coach was proud of his team. Many wanted to join them.

2

An important match was coming.

The team practiced every day.

Everyone was excited about the big game!

3

The coach from the opposing team was a jealous man.

He was very envious of Coach Tsepo's success.

4

The jealous coach went to the field the night before the match.

He planted something dangerous.

He planted umuthi!

5

Bling got off to a hot start in the match.

He was running to score.

6

He missed the shot, and fell down!

"Bling?" shouted the crowd

"Bling?" pleaded Coach Tsepo.

7

"Nothing will keep me down!" said Bling to himself.

"Soccer is life."

He got up, and played until the end.

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Soccer is life
Author - Pimville Library Soccer
Illustration - Pimville Library Soccer
Language - English
Level - First sentences
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