The Lucky Seventh

The Lucky Seventh, written by Ralph Henry Barbour in the early 20th century, follows a group of high school boys who form a baseball team to challenge a rival squad at Rutter's Point. Central characters include Gordon Merrick, an athletic leader, and Dick Lovering, who navigates his disability while managing the team. This novel emphasizes themes of friendship, teamwork, and perseverance, making it a notable entry in the juvenile fiction genre, particularly within the context of sports literature for young readers.