The Walk On (The Triple Threat, 1)By: John Feinstein Series: The Triple Threat Bestselling sportswriter John Feinstein kicks off a new series for middle grade featuring Alex Myers, a student athlete who tries to take on the sports establishment in his new town. Alex Myers is a quarterback, but from the first day of football practice, its clear that that position is very much filled by the coachs son, Matt. Alex has the better arm, but Matt has more experienceand the coachs loyalty.