"Ooh! Number 19 is with the ball again…"
David Stowell's voice crackled through the airwaves, brimming with anticipation.
"David Jones," added Michael Bridges, the co-commentator, his tone sharpening. "The 16-year-old making his debut tonight for Manchester United. He's moving down the right flank… but he's up against Tyrick Mitchell. That's a real test."
David's boots slapped against the slick turf, the ball tethered close to his foot. Rain clung to his lashes. Every stride sent a dull ache pulsing through his left leg—but he clenched his jaw and pushed on. Tyrick Mitchell was waiting. Calm. Calculated. Like a lion stalking prey, not pouncing—just watching.
David hesitated. His breath came in shallow gasps. Then—he burst forward, flinging in a sharp feint to the left.
"He's tried to throw him with a shimmy," said Stowell.
"And he's beaten him for pace again!" Bridges exclaimed. "That's lovely footwork from Jones!"
