The Jerseys

The jerseys represent team affiliation.

The Certificate

Coach Patel gives everyone a certificate which symbolizes that each team member is important.

The Crutches and Boot

The crutches and boot Preet Patel symbolize his injury. When the teams end up at the second-chance tournament, Preet is able to play better even while injured than any of the other players.

Healthy Food

Healthy food represents what Mrs. Heffley believes is good for the family. Greg tends to dislike what his mother chooses as healthy. He also does not always recognize what is healthy.

The Shot in the Cafeteria

Greg throws a balled-up napkin into an empty milk glass, which he believes is a sign that he might be a good basketball player.

The Basketball Goal

The basketball goal is a symbol of Mrs. Heffley's hope that Greg will become a good basketball player.

The Game at the Prison