Ken Carter had GUTS

Rating: Null/10 (28 January 2005)

OK, I am a sucker for the "underdog sports" movies. But, this one was different for me. Once I got passed all the language, even from the coach, I really got into it. I used to teach public school, and I know teachers who were fired for not passing athletes. This man had guts. He had his priorities straight.
When he spoke with the administrator of the school and she said, "Basketball is all some of these kids have" I wanted to jump through the screen and punch her. She is representing those we put in charge who are a large part of the problem in our children's lack of education.
I admire the real Ken Carter for putting his career on the line for these kids. He put up with a lot more than I ever did. Because of him these kids have a real shot at a bright future. I wish there were more people like Ken Carter. Samuel L. Jackson did a great job portraying him. :-)