Boone was hired to be the head coach for one reason, being African-American. The staff felt it necessary to have at least one black head coach to prevent the town from exploding. However, it's agreed. If Boone loses one game, his job is gone. Things start off rough in the training camp.
Tempers flair both on and off the field.
Bertier is the captain of the team while Campbell is possibly it's most talented player. They are also the most respected by their teammates of the same race and are the first to physically throw blows. This takes place within seconds of their getting off the team bus for camp. However, these are also the first two individuals to gain respect for one another, and eventually the whole team is unified. Things are looking good for the Titans as they head back after training camp.