Write a story about two sporting rivals having to work together.

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“A Serious Business” by HH The Author

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NOTE: Physical violence, gore, abuse, and fictitious representations of religious and national figures. Seriously? He can’t be serious. ‘D! You can’t be serious right now.’ But of course the earnest chap was never not serious. At least in mixed company. On both counts. This, his clearly sober stationing of horse and—oh—I…can’t look. The other guy’s readying. He’s quite nearly there, my guy, that is. This, yes, he’s continuing, no matter how massively he might alter the whole of history, let alone the sacred cannons of—dunno—nations, ...

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“Let's Play Ball” by Justine Clark

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The locker room was humid and smelled of sweat no doubt from the soccer team sprawled across the benches. Katie took a sip from her water jug and tried to ease her panting. Luckily, the hot anger crawling under her skin kept her from feeling weary.“What the hell was that out there?”Coach Macintosh barged into the ladies locker room, and the door swung back and forth on its hinges behind her. Katie’s body tensed up. There was one main rule that The Cougars followed above all, don’t piss off Coach. That is unless you actually wanted to do 50 b...

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“Roller coaster ” by Sandy Morin

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My name is Naya, almost 18 and this story is a very weird story that I love to tell, but sometimes I feel really ridiculous about it. Like vert naïve, but I was a teen, so please forgive me! So I decided to do something out of my comfort zone, for once, and now I must say that I regret it. That is what I thought when my worst enemy arrived at our first art class and waved at our professor who appeared to be his mom! I hate him! Ouh... I hate him so much! I got up of my chair and walked toward the desk where Miss Melinda was sitting, a paper ...

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“Ravens Tumble Gym” by Schardonnay Ervin

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The crowd was going crazy. You hadn’t been to a real sports competition until you went to a cheer competition. The support from the stands was unmatched. Seriously, you probably haven’t seen anything like it. Amber looked out into the crowd, her eyes moving hastily. It was down to the final two teams. Whoever won this round won the championship and took home the all star trophy. She wanted to know that her family was there to either cheer her on or be a shoulder for her to cry on. She saw her mom, Rachel looking d...

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“A Right Pair” by A.L. Bailey

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“C’mon Maria. It’s a charity event for god’s sake.” “I'd literally rather die.” Shayla collapsed against the locker as if her bones had transformed into jelly. She was always prone to theatrics. And grating on Maria’s last nerve. “Maybe you would,” Shayla argued. “But look at these sweet faces.” Shayla shoved her phone against Maria’s eyeballs. “Are you really going to let them die? Are you?” Maria shoved the screen out of her face. “They’re not going to die, Shayla. Haven is a no-kill shelter. The money is for new kennels.” Shal...

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“The Medicine Man ” by Robin Shepherd

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I love that first week of uni. That young, excited energy buzzing around the dorms. I’m ready for them with a full selection of goodies. Although the students refer to me as a vending machine, I consider myself a healer of sorts. I would go as far as saying, I’m a medicine man. I’ve been of service to those with broken hearts, failed grades, grief of all sorts, betrayal, homesickness, and loneliness. You name it. So far, I’ve been here in the study lounge for two semesters. I’m breathing a sigh of relief while the little angels are ho...

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“Grab The Brass Ring” by Peter Warnock

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GRAB THE BRASS RING“You bloody ass hole! How dare you call me?” Liz couldn’t believe that Dan, her ex-husband, would have the nerve to call her. But what was even worse, was how he knew that she hadn’t bothered to renew the no contact order. It was three years to the day, since the judge had banged his gavel, and ended the worst marriage in history. “Please just listen to me Liz! Don’t hang-up! All I want is a few minutes of your time, and then if you still want it, I’ll get out of your life forever!” ...

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“The Big Game” by Derrek Carman

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Glen was up to bat. The final inning. The score was tied. He gripped the bat tightly. A bead of sweat went down his forehead. He looked over at the other players. If he can get just one of his teammates back home, they win. He starred the pitcher down. He knew his strategy. Curveball. Glen knew he would do it. Glen also knew he might trick him. It was fifty-fifty. The pitcher was ready to throw. Glen’s heart raced. He could feel it in his chest. He took a deep breath as the pitcher pulled his arm back. He started the throw. Glen could see th...

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“First Rival, First Floor” by Poppy LaC.

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“What floor?” “First floor.” I pressed the ‘one’ button, looking him up and down. Everything about him was just so…annoying. “Like what you see?” “Ew, no. Anyone who's never seen you must be blessed.” I rolled my eyes, watching his eyes narrow. We’ve been in the same hotel for A WEEK! I don’t know if I can even be in the same state as him anymore, he is driving me CRAZY! “This elevator is taking a while, isn’t it?” He looked at me, then looked away quickly. “That's the one thing we can agree on...” I watched the...

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Write a story about two sporting rivals having to work together.

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✍️ 24 stories

“A Serious Business” by HH The Author

“Let's Play Ball” by Justine Clark

“Roller coaster ” by Sandy Morin

“Ravens Tumble Gym” by Schardonnay Ervin

“A Right Pair” by A.L. Bailey

“The Medicine Man ” by Robin Shepherd

“Grab The Brass Ring” by Peter Warnock

“The Big Game” by Derrek Carman

“First Rival, First Floor” by Poppy LaC.

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Set your story in the stands at a major sporting event.

Write about someone who has trained all their life for one moment.

Write a story about an underdog, or somebody making a comeback.

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