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Rick Dockery was the third-string quarterback for the Cleveland Browns. In the AFC Championship game against Denver, he unexpectedly got into the game and performed poorly, becoming a national laughingstock. He was cut and shunned by other teams. Desperate to continue playing football, Rick's agent finds a team in Italy that needs him—the Parma Panthers. Rick agrees to play for the team, despite knowing little about Italy or speaking Italian, and soon finds himself faced with many surprises.
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Humorous sports adventure set in Italy for football fans.
Who is this book for?
Playing For Pizza offers a fun and lighthearted look at a down-and-out quarterback finding new life abroad. Fans of sports stories mixed with comedic cultural mishaps will enjoy Rick's unexpected journey in Italy. It's a charming read that celebrates resilience and the joys of stepping outside your comfort zone.
