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The Point Guard and the Power Hitter
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  • Reads 42,810
  • Votes 993
  • Parts 59
  • Time 2h 21m
Complete, First published May 25
On the outside, Paige Bueckers has it all - a basketball phenom, a campus icon, and the face of UConn sports. But behind the highlight reels and press interviews, she's looking for something real - something untouched by the spotlight.

Enter Callie Rhodes, a fiercely talented junior on the softball team with a swing that turns heads and a quiet confidence that keeps hers down. She's not chasing fame or headlines; she's just chasing her next win - until Paige walks into her orbit.

When a chance encounter during a campus charity event sparks unexpected chemistry, their worlds collide - hardwood and infield, fame and privacy, legacy and self-discovery. As their connection deepens, so does the pressure. Teammates whisper. Fans speculate. And the line between personal and public life begins to blur.

But Callie isn't afraid to swing for something bigger. And Paige? She's never been one to back down from a challenge - especially not the kind that makes her heart race off the court.

In a world where everything is played out under bright lights, can two athletes find a love worth fighting for behind the scenes?

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Paige Bueckers x fem reader Y/n is a junior transfer from the University of South Carolina. Due to her troubled past with the team she joins the Huskies in their pursuit of another national championship. Will y/n be able to let go of her past and accept the amazing life in front of her? Or will she fall pray to her demons and push away the people that truly love her? Author's Note: First and foremost, I want to emphasize that this is a work of fiction. I don't know any of the individuals mentioned, nor do I have any insight into how they might respond in real-life situations. I'm certain they are all wonderful people. For the sake of advancing the plot and creating a compelling story, some characters may be portrayed with negative traits or flaws. This is purely for narrative purposes. Without conflict or complexity the story would lack depth. Additionally, I want to clarify that I have no knowledge of anyone's sexual orientation. Once again, this is entirely fictional and should be viewed as such. Italics: inner thoughts ---: time skip ~~~: text messages