Game Changer

As Jasper made his way from the locker room, the excitement on the field was palpable. The atmosphere buzzed with energy, and the players were fired up, ready for practice. Jasper couldn't help but smile at the enthusiasm radiating from his teammates. The coach had made Scott the goalie, and to everyone's surprise, including Scott's, he was playing exceptionally well. Scott was adjusting to his new senses, and though he didn't fully understand them yet, the rush of adrenaline fueled his performance.

However, Scott's heightened senses soon led to a distraction he didn't anticipate. The moment he caught a whiff of Allison's familiar scent, he momentarily lost focus, and the next thing he knew, a puck slammed straight into his face. Laughter erupted around him.

"Hey, way to catch with your face, McCall!" Jackson shouted, barely containing his amusement.

Determined to prove himself, Scott quickly got back on his feet, shaking off the impact and preparing for the next shot. He squared his shoulders, ready to redeem himself. The next player tossed the ball toward him, and to everyone's shock, Scott caught it with ease, a look of disbelief on his face.

"Yeah!!!" Stiles cheered, his excitement infectious.

As Scott continued to catch the subsequent shots with surprising finesse, Coach Finstock watched in disbelief, his jaw dropped. From the stands, Allison wore a curious expression, while Lydia's eyes widened in surprise and admiration.

With every successful save, Scott's confidence soared, bouncing on the balls of his feet with an infectious smile. But Jackson, seething with jealousy, slammed the top of his stick against the player in line, intent on stealing the spotlight back.

"Oh, God…" Scott muttered, eyes wide as he saw Jackson sprinting towards the goal, ball in hand.

Jackson hurled the ball with all his might, but to Scott, time seemed to slow. He caught the ball effortlessly, and the cheers from Stiles and Lydia echoed in his ears.

"YEAH!!!! That's my friend!" Stiles shouted, jumping to his feet.

Even Lydia joined in, clapping her hands.

Frustrated, Jackson glared at Scott's unexpected triumph, while Jasper entered the pitch, grinning at the scene. He approached Scott, his smile genuine. "How about you pick on someone your own size?" he joked, earning a chuckle from Scott.

Scott tossed the ball to Jasper, who caught it awkwardly at first. However, with each juggle, he became more accustomed to its weight and feel. Scott returned to the goalpost, ready for Jasper's turn.

With a smirk, Jasper took aim, twisting his body before launching the ball. It curved sharply in the air, heading straight for the goal, catching Scott off guard. He barely had time to react as the ball zipped past him and into the net.

Gasps echoed from the sidelines. Scott's incredible performance was already impressive, but Jasper's skill added an electrifying twist that left everyone in awe. The two exchanged triumphant smiles, reveling in the thrill of the game as they continued their back-and-forth with seemingly miraculous saves and strikes.

Coach Finstock, thrilled with their performance, made his way over, practically beaming. "You two! I want you both on the first line! You've got something special."

After practice, Jasper, Scott, and Stiles walked toward the locker room, excitement buzzing in the air.

"Dude, that was awesome…" Stiles said, turning to Jasper. "You can call me Stiles."

"I know, the adventurous guy who went into a forest to find a body in the middle of the night. I've heard of you from Scott," Jasper replied with a teasing smile.

"Only good things, I hope?" Stiles asked, glancing at Scott.

"Well…" Jasper's smile widened as he left the question hanging, causing Stiles's grin to falter.

"Man... really?" Stiles exclaimed, his surprise turning into mock betrayal. Both Scott and Jasper burst into laughter.

Once they got into the locker room, the mood shifted to playful banter. Stiles couldn't help but comment on Jasper's physique. "Dude, you're like a walking fitness magazine. Do you even lift?"

Jasper chuckled, running a hand through his wet hair, shrugging off the compliment. "I just enjoy staying active."

After freshening up and changing back into their clothes, the trio made their way toward the parking lot. Jasper bid his farewells to Scott and Stiles, giving them a wave as he headed to his car.

As he pulled out of the parking lot, he spotted Allison walking along the road. Seizing the opportunity, he quickly pulled up beside her. "Hey, Allison! No ride home?"