Luke and Raby got to Lucas’s basketball game.

Ruby helps Luka get over his anxiety and fear of losing and talk about healthy fears, breathing and believing.

Talk about Ruby believing in Luka and praying and screaming from the sideline.

Talk about how three seconds to go in the fourth quarter, it’s 50 to all Luka steals the ball 3 seconds to go gets his first dunk.

Talk about them celebrating an ad a moral of the story

Talk about them going out and having ice cream and talking about how Ruby believed in Luka I knew he could do it 

Ruby believes in Luka

Luka and Ruby walking together, Luka looking nervous while Ruby is smiling encouragingly

Ruby and Luka woke up with a smile. Today was the big game, they'd been waiting a while. Luka was nervous, his hands felt cold. Ruby, though small, was brave and bold. 'Don't worry, Luka,' she said with cheer. 'I'll be there, shouting, you'll have nothing to fear.' Luka nodded, feeling a bit better. Together, they walked, both feeling lighter.

The Big Game Day

Luka standing on the court, looking anxious with fans in the stands, Ruby holding his hand tightly

The court was buzzing, fans filled the stands. Luka looked around, wringing his hands. Ruby held his hand, her grip so tight. 'You can do this, Luka, just fight the good fight.' Luka took a deep breath, trying to be brave. Ruby's belief in him, he had to save. The whistle blew, the game began. Luka ran forward, part of the plan.

At the Basketball Court

Luka dribbling the ball on the court, with Ruby cheering loudly from the stands

Luka dribbled the ball, his heart racing fast. The first quarter was tough, but he wanted to last. Ruby cheered loudly, her voice clear and strong. 'Go, Luka, go! You can't go wrong!' Luka felt better, hearing her cheer. He moved with confidence, losing his fear. The first quarter ended, the score was tight. Luka felt ready for the next fight.

First Quarter Nerves

Luka sitting on the bench during the break, Ruby standing next to him offering words of encouragement

During the break, Luka sat down to rest. Ruby came over, doing her best. 'Remember to breathe, and believe in you. I know you can do it, just see it through.' Luka smiled, feeling her love. She was his angel, sent from above. The second quarter started, Luka was ready. He felt strong, his hands now steady.

Ruby's Encouragement

Luka in action on the court, with Ruby jumping up and clapping her hands in the stands

The game was intense, the crowd was loud. Luka played hard, making Ruby proud. He stole the ball, passing it fast. His team was winning, they were having a blast. Ruby jumped up, clapping her hands. 'You’re amazing, Luka, just as we planned!' The second quarter ended, the score was close. Luka felt good, like a winning dose.

The Second Quarter

Luka sitting for a chat with Ruby during half-time, Ruby wearing a hat and looking supportive

At half-time, Luka sat for a chat. Ruby came over, wearing her hat. 'You’re doing great, just keep it up. Remember to breathe, and fill your cup.' Luka nodded, feeling her care. He knew with Ruby, he’d always fare. The third quarter started, Luka felt strong. With Ruby's belief, he couldn't go wrong.

Half-Time Talk

Luka pushing hard on the court, looking tired but determined, with Ruby cheering like a song

The third quarter was tough, the other team fought. Luka pushed hard, giving all he got. Ruby kept cheering, her voice like a song. 'You can do it, Luka, just stay strong!' Luka felt tired, but he kept on going. Ruby’s belief in him kept him glowing. The third quarter ended, the score was tied. Luka felt ready, with Ruby by his side.

Third Quarter Challenge

Luka looking determined on the court, with Ruby cheering louder than before

The final quarter began, the tension was high. Luka looked determined, reaching for the sky. Ruby kept cheering, louder than before. 'You’ve got this, Luka, just one more!' Luka pushed harder, his heart full of fire. Ruby’s belief in him took him higher. The score was tied, with seconds to go. Luka knew he had to make it a show.

The Final Quarter

Luka dunking the ball with seconds to go, Ruby screaming loudly in the stands

Three seconds left, the crowd held their breath. Luka stole the ball, feeling like a theft. He ran to the hoop, jumping so high. Ruby screamed loudly, reaching the sky. Luka dunked the ball, the buzzer went off. The crowd erupted, a happy scoff. Luka had won, with Ruby’s belief. They hugged each other, feeling the relief.

The Winning Moment

Luka and Ruby celebrating with ice cream, both smiling and looking happy

They celebrated with ice cream, sweet and cold. Luka felt happy, feeling so bold. 'You believed in me, Ruby, that’s why I won. Your cheers were magic, like the sun.' Ruby smiled, licking her treat. 'I knew you could do it, you’re so neat!' They laughed together, feeling so light. With belief and love, everything was right.