Meet the Peculiar Crew

The youngest Knight · #1

Clark

Small Goat. Big Heart.

Meet Clark! He’s the youngest goat on the Knights, and his big dreams are matched only by his squeaky shoes. Clark is learning that being a great teammate isn’t just about what happens on the court. It’s about the choices you make when things don’t go your way, too.

Peculiar superpower. A big heart and the chance to grow with every choice.

Still learning. How to respond when things don’t go his way.

For kids. When something goes wrong, what kind of teammate will you choose to be?

Discover Clark’s story in The Tallest Heart.

Try the Thermostat Challenge

Clark’s dad

Dad

Thermometer or Thermostat.

On the way to Clark’s first practice, he asks the question the book turns on: are you going to be a Thermometer or a Thermostat?

Peculiar superpower. The question. He asks Clark whether he will be a Thermometer or a Thermostat.

For kids. Are you going to be a Thermometer or a Thermostat?

Clark’s older brother · Knights #6

Nile

Fast Feet. Big Potential.

Meet Nile, Clark’s older brother. He’s a lightning-fast guard with a talent for getting down the court in a hurry. But basketball is about more than speed. Great players have opportunities to help their teammates shine, too.

Peculiar superpower. Speed and athletic ability.

Still learning. The deeper lessons of teamwork and being a great teammate.

For kids. How can you use something you’re good at to help somebody else?

Clark and Nile’s older sister · Willows #8

Rosemary

Confidence with a Purpose.

Meet Rosemary! She’s a talented basketball player who brings her own energy to the court. She reminds us that every teammate has something unique to contribute—and that how we use our abilities matters just as much as the abilities themselves.

Peculiar superpower. Athletic talent and the opportunity to lead by example.

For kids. What is one thing you can do to help your team today?

Knights coach

Coach Billy

A Wise Lion with a Coach’s Heart

Meet Coach Billy! He’s here to remind the team that basketball is about more than points, wins, and trophies. The way you treat people, respond to challenges, and help your teammates matters long after the final whistle.

Peculiar superpower. Helping players see the bigger picture.

Coach’s corner. A great coach doesn’t just build better players. A great coach helps build better people.

For kids. What’s one way you can encourage a teammate today?

Knights coach

Coach Brian

A Different Perspective

Meet Coach Brian! With his long giraffe neck and a coach’s perspective, he’s a memorable part of the Peculiar Crew. He’s here to help players look beyond the scoreboard and discover the lessons that make a difference in sports and in life.

Peculiar superpower. Helping the team look at challenges from a different perspective.

Coach’s corner. Sometimes the most important thing you can do is take a step back, look again, and choose your next move wisely.

For kids. Can you think of a different way to handle a tough moment?