Elite Squad is a fun action-adventure chapter book with a touch of sci-fi, spy-fiction, and mystery! The story follows six teenaged basketball-fanatic friends, who are recruited to be a secret team of specially-trained space-alien hunters who disguise themselves as NBA arena ball boys and girls. They take on the responsibility of saving the game of basketball on earth from being terrorized and destroyed by a series of attacks orchestrated by a ruthless basketball and sneaker-loving space-alien with a personal grudge to settle. But to do so, they'll ultimately need to overcome their doubts and fears and band together as the ELITE SQUAD. An exciting basketball adventure both boys and girls will love. This fast-paced middle-grade read isn't just about basketball, spaceships, and cool sneakers, it covers crucial topics such as the importance of friendship, teamwork, and pursuing your dreams.