by Barbum on Mon Aug 31, 2009 6:26 pm
Prologue
The Last Wish
With 8 seconds left the championship was on the line. Gainesville Hurricanes were behind by 1 and had possesion.
Around 15 000 people in the hall were on the feet. Hurricanes played on home court and all parents and family members
were holding their head hoping that they will celebrate state championship in few minutes.
Olympia high school was planning their last defense.
“Don't let Marcus score. Don't let him score. ” Olympia coach said to his players, who were unbeaten the whole season.
Marcus Page had 29 points already. At 6'9'' he was able to play any position from 1 to 4. His shooting skills were amazing
and thats why he was known as the best high school player in Florida and among top 10 in whole United States. He was
ready to lead his high school to state championship. His biggest help came from his brother Quincy Page who had
15 points in the game. The referee called both teams back on the court.
“8 seconds, 8 seconds ” Marcus was nervous. Hurricanes quickly inbounded the ball. Quincy got past his defender with a
crossover. 5 seconds left . He went right into the lane but had no where to go because two Olympia big guys were waiting
to block him. But one man was left uncovered in the corner. It was his brother Marcus . 2 seconds left. Olympia coach
held his breath along with 15 000 people in the hall. Marcus was wide open and took a quick shot. While the ball was in
the air the buzzer sounded. The ball was in the air for a long time...
Quincy and Marcus had a tough childhood. Their mother died when they were 3 and their father was killed when they were 7.
They lived with their grandmother in Florida. Marcus and Quincy had a great relationship.
They were playing basketball whole day. One on one, two on two, three on three, everything. It was everything they had,
the orange ball. After 9th grade Quincy decided to go to Gainesville high school which was near to their home in Florida.
Marcus decided to follow his footsteps. Marcus was a bit more problematic in his childhood but never caused any serious
trouble. As long as he had the basketball he had no problems.
“ Swiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiissssssssssssssssssshhhhhhh ” Marcus held his hands high in jubilation. They are champions. They've made it.
Brothers Page are on top. Quincy was just standing on the middle of the court. He coudn't move. Marcus was a captain of
his highschool. He cut the net off the basket and put it around his head. The fans were running around the court and
celebrating the state championship. Marcus and Quincy lifted the trophy in the air and after that. Around 30 reporters wanted
to talk with Marcus Page the star of Gainesville Hurricanes.
After three hours Gainesville Hurricanes were heading to Miami, where big party was held for the champions.
Marcus and Quincy were driving home. Marcus was talking all the time. “ We made it bro, thats for mom and dad. I know they
are proud.”
Quincy gave a high five to his brother. Suddenly the horn of the truck driving
towards their car sounded. Marcus turned right but it was too late. The truck hit the car on the drivers side. Silence.
Quincy looked around. He was alive and well only his left foot hurt him a bit. He looked at Marcus who was sitting next to him.
He was barely breathing. He looked at Quincy and said : “ I only hope you make it in basketball, become an NBA champion for
mom, dad and me. We'll watch your every game so don't dissapoint us.” Marcus tried to laugh but he coudn't. He closed his
eyes and passed away. Quincy was just sitting there in shock. Mom, dad and now brother. At this moment Quincy decided that
last words Marcus said will become reality. He only had one goal in his life.