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On the eve of his transition to middle school, thirteen-year-old Isaac Strawbridge's life is turned upside down when the words "Mom has cancer" are uttered. His parents, Dad and Mom, and his younger sister, Sammie, all grapple with this devastating news in their own ways.
Isaac's sole refuge becomes Shelly Park, where he escapes to hone his basketball skills, driven by the dream of making the school team. It is here that he encounters an unexpected mentor, Mr. Brooks, a towering 6'8" local legend with a cane-assisted gait. Mr. Brooks is eager to impart his basketball wisdom, and Isaac soon discovers that the old man's past is shrouded in a secret – a storied NBA career that had once brought him fame and fortune, only to ultimately lead to his downfall and isolation.
As Isaac's mother battles her illness, he keeps the news hidden from his peers at school. The growing frustration within him erupts when a teammate makes one too many "momma" jokes, jeopardizing his spot on the team – the very game that has become his lifeline.
Meanwhile, Mr. Brooks' coaching of Isaac reignites his own passion for the sport, granting him the opportunity to confront the errors of his past. If Isaac can summon the confidence to step up to the line, perhaps he can make the game-winning shot that will not only secure his place on the team but also pave the way for his coach and his family to find the healing they so desperately need.
Beneath the basketball court's bright lights, Isaac's journey becomes a poignant exploration of family, resilience, and the transformative power of mentorship. As he navigates the challenges of adolescence and his mother's illness, Isaac must learn to reconcile his own emotional turmoil and find the strength to keep his dreams alive, even in the face of overwhelming adversity.
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