The only thing Lucas loves more than football is his dad's friend Benny, a firefighter and former football star. He taught Lucas the game and helps him practice. So when Lucas's parents decide football is too dangerous and he needs to quit, Lucas has to talk to his biggest fan.
On a whim, Lucas takes a train to the city instead of the bus to school, It's a bright, beautiful day in New York. But just as Lucas arrives at the firehouse, everything changes...and nothing will ever be the same again. --Back Cover