Background: Use the sentence starter in the box to the right and give a brief background statement about the story. (2-3 sentences)

Do NOT summarize the whole story.

In the short story “Basketball Blues.” by Raquel Lindell,

In the short story "Basketball Blues" by Raquel Lindell, the protagonist, Sophie, is a talented basketball player who is struggling both on and off the court. Sophie's team is on a losing streak, and she also faces personal challenges in her relationships and self-confidence.