Set against the backdrop of the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina, this film tells the true story of a determined basketball coach in Marrero, Louisiana, who refuses to surrender. Coach Al Collins, portrayed by Forest Whitaker, brings together players from schools severely affected by the disaster to form a team capable of reaching the state playoffs. The movie offers a sincere portrayal of what can be achieved when individuals with the right passion and resilience come together to rebuild and persevere.