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The Final Bounce

A Harlan County Kid’s Journey Through Kentucky Legends

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The Final Bounce

By: Leisha McKnight
Narrated by: Tara Elizabeth Doolin
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A magical, history-spanning basketball. A young girl from the hills with a quiet doubt. And ninety-four feet of hardwood that binds generations of legends together.

Up in the crisp ridges of Harlan County, eleven-year-old Molly knows that when the blue and white jerseys step under the bright lights, the entire Commonwealth breathes as one single soul. But when her father hands her a rugged, vintage leather basketball covered in the faded ink of historic icons, a single bounce changes everything.

Swept away into a swirling blue fog, Molly is launched on an extraordinary time-travel journey through the most legendary eras of Kentucky sports history. From the smoky rafters of the 1948 foundation years to the unstoppable full-court press of 1996, and straight into the modern, smartphone-lit stadiums of 2012, Molly doesn't just watch history happen—she stands on the baseline right alongside the heroes who built it.

Guided by the phantom, comforting radio voice of Cawood Ledford, Molly discovers that basketball in the Commonwealth isn't just about trophies or talent. It is a sacred string of pure heart, quiet resilience, and small-town grit passed down from grandfathers to fathers to daughters.

Perfect for listeners ages 8 to 11, middle-grade sports fans, and families who bleed blue, this heartfelt chapter book includes:

A Thrilling, Time-Traveling Adventure: A fast-paced, inspiring story celebrating community heritage, faith, and the historic milestones of local basketball folklore.

©2026 Leisha McKnight (P)2026 Leisha McKnight
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