Ryan Little and David Pliler's film reduces the real-life philosophy and achievements of volunteer coach Larry Gelwix, whose Salt Lake City Highland Rugby Club is legendary both for its formidable winning record and its team spirit, to a compendium of inspirational sports-movie/coming of age clichés.
Troubled teen Rick Penning (Sean Faris) has spent his life playing rugby for his taskmaster father's (Neal McDonough) team, the Razorbacks, drowning his feelings that nothing he does is good enough in drugs, alcohol and reckless behavior. His mother (Julie Warner) tries to provide a steadying hand, but after Rick nearly kills his girlfriend in a drunken driving...
Released:
2008
Rated:
PG-13
Length:
112 mins