Million Dollar Kick

Thirteen-year-old Whisper, who hates sports, is torn when she gets a chance to win a million dollars by kicking a goal against a local soccer hero.

Thirteen-year-old Whisper, who hates sports, is torn when she gets a chance to win a million dollars by kicking a goal against a local soccer hero.

"Dan Kalers journey is a most-interesting story. He found out that his spiritual growth and praising God far outweighed financial gain."--Bob Harlan, Green Bay Packer president and CEO. (Motivation)

Whisper Nelson hates sports--all sports--with a passion! So when by a fluke she wins a chance to kick a goal past a professional soccer star for a million-dollar prize, she is torn. Should she try it and risk humiliation, or just forget the whole thing and save what dignity she has left? But the Million Dollar Kick might be Whisper's big chance not only to win a million dollars, but to regain confidence in herself.

Eleven-year-old Eddie gets a chance to win a million dollars by sinking a foul shot at the National Basketball Association finals.

For use in schools and libraries only. When their father gets the family tickets to a Montreal Canadiens hockey game, twins Dawn and Dusk--who love hockey AND the Canadiens--are even more excited when they hear about the million dollar goal contest that will be held during the game.

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So you are probably wondering - did the guy win a million dollars? The answer cannot be revealed yet, but the outcome will be worth the wait. Just like the actual requirements of the Hershey Million Dollar Kick, there are many paths that need to be traveled to reach the eventual outcome. As you read this real life story, you will experience the following stages of Dan Kaler's journey; a) the dream of participating in a "big time" athletic event, b) the surprise of actually being selected to compete in the Hershey Million Dollar Kick, c) the joy of becoming the contest finalist to kick for the one million dollar prize, d) the dilemma of considering how to spend a million dollars, and e) the reality of questioning the greater purpose in life. "We are all allotted fifteen minutes of fame - Dan Kaler has taken the fifteen minutes of fame into a lifetime of thoughts and observations. Enjoy!" Chris Berman, ESPN "Dan Kaler's journey is a most-interesting story. He found out that his spiritual growth and praising God far outweighed financial gain." Bob Harlan, Green Bay Packer President and CEO "The Million Dollar Kick is a realistic example of life's ups and downs. But in the end, there is peace in realizing God's work is the bigger picture in our lives." Wayne Larrivee, Sports Broadcaster "An inspiring story about a man and his dream - putting life into perspective and determining what is really valuable. We all have hopes and ambitions - for some it's fame and fortune, and for others it's a much bigger picture." Spike O'Dell, WGN Radio Proceeds from this book will be contributed to the following organizations; Make-A-Wish Foundation, Rawhide Boys Ranch, Shults Lewis Child & Family Services, and St. Jude Children's Hospital. www.milliondollarkick.faithweb.com