Meet Troy
Stories That Start with the Game, Then Go Beyond It
Middle grade stories rooted in sports, shaped by pressure, and driven by the moments that sometimes ask more from kids than they expect.
Why I Write
Stories live in the moments around the game.
I’m drawn to write stories where kids are asked to carry more than they should: on the field, at home, at school, and within themselves.
Sports are where these moments show up first. A game, a team, a practice, a season — it all looks simple and routine from the outside. But underneath, even at a young age, there’s pressure, responsibility, friendships that shift, and decisions that do not always feel fair.
That’s where my stories live. Not just in the wins and losses, but in how kids respond when things get hard, and who they become because of it.
What I Write
Middle grade fiction across sports and beyond.
While the individual settings change, the core stays the same: kids navigating pressure, learning how to show up for others, and figuring out who they are along the way.
Baseball
Stories about team dynamics, confidence, pressure, and long seasons of personal growth.
Basketball
Stories about competition, friendship, confidence, and learning what matters most.
Esports
Stories about pressure, belonging, and finding your voice in a digital world.
Science Fiction
Stories that explore the same emotional themes in new worlds and new possibilities.
Background
Storytelling, coaching, and real-world experience.
My background is rooted in both storytelling and practical experience.
I’ve worked professionally in web development and digital media, in Hollywood, and I’ve been involved in youth sports as a coach and mentor. I’m an NFHS Level 3 certified coach and have spent time working with students in a variety of settings.
I’ve also published nonfiction, including High School NIL: A Practical Guide, which helps families better understand the changing landscape of youth sports.
That combination of storytelling, coaching, and working directly with young people, shapes the way I approach fiction.
A Little More Personal
Rooted in the Midwest.
I was born, raised, and live in the Midwest, where sports, community, and showing up for each other still matter.
When I’m not writing, I’m usually around a field, a gym, or working on projects that connect storytelling and real-world experience.
Let’s connect.
For literary inquiries, school visits, or general questions, please reach out. I’d love to hear from you.