The perfect book for the kid who wants to be a professional footballer when they grow up.
A brand-new story from a debut British author! Ollie Volley is a fast-paced adventure filled with thrilling football matches. Written by an English football fanatic, it features short, punchy chapters. The book is packed with fun illustrations, bringing every goal and tackle to life and keeping readers engaged from start to finish.
Ollie Volley has ONE dream: to play for Puddleford United.
When Ollie’s school football team is invited to the biggest youth football tournament in the area, he knows this could be his big chance. Rumour has it that a real football talent scout will be watching and Ollie is determined to prove he has what it takes to become a professional footballer.
But with a rival striker stealing the spotlight, a mysterious man lurking on the sidelines, and a best friend who can’t stop chatting to the goalposts, everything starts to unravel. With just one action-packed weekend to shine, can Ollie score when it matters most and take a step closer to his football dream of playing in the Premier League?
Full of action and humour, Ollie Volley is an exciting children’s football book teaching teamwork, friendship, and self-belief. Perfect for kids who love football, sports stories, and short, fast-paced chapter books.
This fun and inspiring football story for kids is ideal for:
- Young readers aged 7–12
- Boys and girls who love football (soccer)
- Fans of kids’ sports books and football fiction
- Reluctant readers looking for engaging, easy-to-read chapter books
- Children who dream of becoming professional football players
A must-read kids football book about chasing your dreams, improving your skills, teamwork, confidence, and never giving up—on or off the pitch.
“This book captures the excitement and mystery of football scouting in a really fun and engaging way.”
J.Fisher – European football scout.
“Funny, fast-paced and impossible to put down. Exactly the kind of story that turns reluctant readers into book lovers.”
M.Pearson. Deputy Head Teacher
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Some lovely feedback
★★★★★
What a great football story and so nicely illustrated with characters kids will love to follow. Great size paragraphs for bedtime reading also. My grandson loved it
★★★★★
My nephew is football crazy, and I started reading with him, and after several chapters he didn’t stop reading. The short chapters made it easy to keep engaged and the story moving. Illustrations were good
It’s a great choice for young football fans.
★★★★★
This is a fun, fast-paced football story that keeps young readers engaged from start to finish. The short chapters, humour, and action make it especially appealing for kids who love sport or usually prefer books that move quickly. I also liked the positive themes of teamwork, confidence, and chasing your dream.