Why was Paul content to be backup goalie?

Paul was content with it because he understood that he diddnt start the season with that team and he diddnt  want to take away Shandra’s place on the team.

What happened when Paul went in to the soccer game for Victor? What was Victor’s reaction?

In the begining Victor wasnt sure in letting him play for him, but as the story went on he was feeling ok and better that they let him in because they wound up winning the game.

Why didn’t Maya need Mrs. Fisher’s encouragement?

Maya diddnt need Mrs. Fisher’s encourgment because Maya had gone with out it before she meet her and was doing perfectly fine on the team. Maya is one of the best girls on their team.