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I got Mike.

But you always pick Mike.

Oh, yeah, This is a tough choice. Evan, get over here.

- Come on! There's no way I'm taking the Squirt.

We'll get crushed.

But you can't play five on five

with only four players.

What about that new kid, Kuykendall's friend?

I guess. Hey, new guy! New guy!

Wanna play some ball?

Sure.

So, whose team am I on?

Nobody's.

'You're going to take Robby over me?

He just moved here.

He's never played basketball one day in his life!

What are you even doing here, Water boy?

- Come on, Rick.

Let's play.

Let's go!

(bouncing the basketball)

Cool and collected, Kuykendall bides his time.

Fakes a pass -

it's a hard drive to the net.

He's up -- and it's good!

Two points for the U.S. Olympic team!

Crowd goes wild!

Yeah! Kuykendall's hot tonight!

Hey Robby! For a new kid you're pretty stupid.

Why you hanging out with that guy?

Don't you know his brother Billy's a retard? -So?

80? Just look at him.

Seems to me that Kurt's just as much a retard

as his big brother Billy is.

Shut up. Just shut up! - Make me.

(groaning) Dude, you just got beat up

by Kurt the Squirt!

Shut up, Evan.

Squirt you're a dead man!

(music)

Yeah! The undefeated champion of...

Boys! Get outside. Now!

What's wrong with Mom? (crying)

I said get outside. - Yes, sir.

(crying)

Robby,

did you know Kurt had an older brother?

Uh... - You say it. The retarded one.

Well,

Billy lived with us until a couple months ago.

He started wandering into the street,

causing public disturbances. So,

we had to put him in a home.

Kurt

there's just no other way to say this. Billy...

Billy died this morning.

(crying)

'You can't let your mom see you cry. She's suffered enough already.

If you boys could go upstairs and play quietly for a while,

it would be a very big help. - Yes, sir.

(music)

For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time

are not worthy to be compared

with the glory that is to be revealed to us.

And we know that God causes all things

to work together for good

to those who love God,

to those who are called according to His purpose.

Let us pray. For as much as the spirit of the departed

has entered into the life immortal,

we therefore commit his body

to its resting place,

but his spirit we commend to God.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son,

and of the Holy Spirit,

go in peace.

(music)

(crying)

(music)

(TV announcer) And there you have it, Bob!

The Americans have won yet another gold medal for

their Olympic Basketball team!

This is the 3rd consecutive year they've won...

I'm going to be there one day.

Be where?

What are you talking about?

The Olympics. I'm going to be in the Olympics.

Get real.

Have you looked in the mirror lately?

Last I checked,

Midget Tossing wasn't an Olympic Sport!

I'm gonna get you, Squirt!

(laughing)

Shut up! Shut up!

How can you boys be laughing

on a night like tonight?

Your brother is dead, Kurt,

and you and your little friend here

are acting like nothing had ever happened.

'You make me sick!

Mom...

Get away from me! Just get away!

It's been a long day for everyone.

Boys, you can camp out,

but I suggest you tum in early.

Come to bed, Marcy.

Just forget what your mom said.

We all need to be men about this.

I expect your behavior will be much improved

by tomorrow morning.

Good night, boys.

Hey, Kurt.

Yeah?

Is...

is your mom OK?

Don't worry about it.

I've never seen her like that before.

'M sure everything| be okay in the morning.

(music)

Bye! - Thanks for coming.

Thank you. - You're welcome.

Goodbye.

Mr. Ambassador. Thanks. - Thank you.

Thanks for coming. - Thanks.

Thanks a lot. Nice meeting you.

Congressman!

Thanks for coming.

Wait, wait -- there's someone I want you to meet.

Kurt, come here a second!

The future of American basketball!

80 here's the basketball star.

Congratulations, son. - Thank you, sir.

'You know, if you've got half the tenacity

your father shows on Capitol Hill,

I'm sure you're going to be a big success at the University.

Yes, sir. 'm gonna do my best.

Maybe even play in the Olympics one day, right son?

Oh,

Oh, my goodness! 'm so sorry!

Please, please pardon my wife, Congressman.

Good night. Don't worry about it.

Uh, Miss Morey? - Yes, sir.

Would you see the Congressman out, please?

You... are an embarrassment!

A good for nothing drunk!

How dare you!

How dare you!

I only do this because

I'm married to a selfish, cold-hearted jerk like you!

Not this again.

Don't even say it.

'You're pathetic!

It's your fault we're stuck here

in this awful place instead of

back home in California - We've been over...

this a thousand times, Marcy!

You knew we could always move to D.C.

once I made partner!

It's a job on the Hill!

There's nothing pathetic about that!

Stop it! Not tonight.

Oh, so you think

you're so far above us all,

do you Kurt?

Well, you're no better than your father!

In fact, you're around even less than he is!

At least he's finally making money —-

all you do is play a stupid game all day.

I don't have to take this crap.

Are you just going to let him walk out like that?

Some kind of man you are!

My heart is broken,

and it will never be like it was before!

(bouncing the basketball)

She's getting worse, you know.

Would it kill you to be around a little more?

Look who's talking.

You're the only son she has left.

You don't think I know that?

Just make her proud, okay?

It'll make things a lot easier for the both of us.

Here we go! Here we go Eagles, here we go!

Here we go Eagles,

Go Eagles!

Over here, guys.

Alright, that's it for this season, boys.

We had this game right in our hands.

But you lost concentration

for one split second...

And it cost us the playoffs.

Hit the showers, I'll see you in a few minutes.

Hey, Kuykendall.

Son, I want to see you tomorrow morning,

in my office.

Give and go, give and go, give and go!

Dad?

You're still here.

Glad you could make it.

I know I have been working a lot, son,

and I'm sorry for that.

I just didn't want to miss your last game.

I just...I can't believe we lost that game!

I mean, we were so close the whole time!

If Jerry had made that shot...

I don't want to think about it!

Now, you know I don't know much about sports,

and I'm not one to give advice

when it's not asked for, but, uh...

well, it seemed to me

that Jerry wasn't to blame for

missing that shot.

You were.

You can't be serious!

He totally had that shot.

I couldn't have set him up better if I wanted to!

Again, I know I don't know much about sports,

but I do know a little bit about success.

I don't think you should have passed that ball off.

The shot was yours to take.

But Jerry is a much better shot than I am!

He's a starter!

There is one big difference

between the two of you.

Jerry takes risks.

He fails sometimes,

but a lot of times he succeeds.

Kurt, if you always pass

the ball off to someone else...

What I mean to say is that...

If you don't shoot,

you won't ever score.

I gotta go back.

Back, where? To the gym? What for?

I gotta start shooting.

Now. For next season.

(music)

Big Kurt, what's up?

What's up, man?

Hey man, how's it going?

Seriously, where have you been?

I stayed after the game to train.

'You know, you really haven't

changed a bit since California.

What are you talking about?

I grew at least an entire foot since then.

And, I don't know if you guys have noticed, but

I've been working out.

Oh, I noticed you were looking good.

You know what I mean.

You're still as obsessed as ever, man!

Hey, guys.

Hey, I went ahead and ordered you one.

The brothers are taking care of everything.

Um, uh no thanks, man.

I don't drink.

Then why are you going to rush a fraternity?

What can I get for you?

Uh, I will just have a water, please.

'You know what the sad thing is?

Some of these guys show up

to practice completely hung over,

and they still beat me! I don't get it.

If you can't beat 'em, join 'em, right?

Hm?

Here is your water.

That'll put hair on the chest.

Seriously, I can't believe you're actually drinking water.

Do you, do you want me to get you a little

sippy cup or something? - Shut up.

Seriously, I don't get it.

I mean, I'm working just as hard as ever,

but no matter what I do

these guys still take it to me.

Beginning to think the Man Upstairs has it out for me.

'You know, maybe he has something better

for you than basketball.

Yes, like soccer.

It is about time you learned to play

a real man's game.

Areal man's game?

Look, soccer is a hobby, okay?

It's not a sport.

I'm just gonna outwork all those guys.

(knocking) -Come on in, son.

Have a seat.

Kurt, now that the season's over,

I wanted to talk to you about our plans for next year.

Now I know that you're a hard worker

in fact you're the hardest worker I've ever seen.

And I know how much you love this game.

That's why we gave you a shot in the first place.

But sometimes, son, that's not enough.

I really don't think you have

the ability to play at this level.

What?

Coach, if this is about last night...

It's not about last night.

This was a bigger decision.

I've thought about this for a long time,

and I don't want to make it.

But I have to do what's best for this program.

Well, whatever it takes for me to improve in the off season,

I'm going to do it, Coach.

I 'want to be a part of this team.

I don't think you understand me, son.

We have a lot of top recruits coming in.

We simply don't have room for you here now.

Well, is there something I can be working on?

What is it, my foul shot?

My passing? What?

Look.

I didn't want to have to put it to you this way.

We simply don't need you here now.

No, yeah, I, I understand.

Well, thank you, Coach,

for your time and the opportunity.

I appreciate it. - It's been our pleasure, son.

(music)

Hey, man! - Oh, hey, man. - Hey.

Gammas forever, baby! - That's right!

Hey, I'm gonna go grab some punch,

and I'll be right back.

'You know that's not punch right?

Might wanna slow down a bit, dude.

He's not exactly a party pro.

Look, I'm fine, okay?

I'm, 'm not drunk...

yet.

Can, can I get you something to drink?

Right.

Um... um,

my name's Kurt.

What's yours?

Sherry.

Such a pretty name for such a pretty girl.

No? Okay.

Can I help you, Kookendall?

Bruce, everything's fine.

Just having a conversation here, man.

Not looking' for any trouble, okay?

Let me give you a little piece of advice.

Find another girl.

Oh, okay,

I get it. I get it...

You two are... Mm,

I did not know. I'm sorry man, don't - hey,

don't hold it against me.

Come on, She my.

'You two have a great night.

'You okay man? - Yeah, I'm fine. Excuse me.

Dude, we should go after him. He's...

Robby, he's fine.

Dude, he's drunk. -He's fine.

He's not fine. - Dude, he's fine.

Dude, he's fine.

I will see you later.

There he is.

Where have you been?

We've been looking all over for you.

Rough night?

That's an understatement.

Is everything all right?

I had my meeting with the coaches today.

And?

I'm cut.

I'm cut. They,

they actually cut me.

Whoa, man.

That's heavy.

Well, on the bright side, now that you've got a little

free time on your hands, you can come and help out

your fellow brothers on the

Gamma soccer team this weekend.

Al, he just got cut from the team, man.

Leave him alone.

Guys...

Come here.

Come here. Come here. Come here.

Look, 'm not going to play soccer.

Okay? There is no way

I would ever play a

a boring,

lame,

girly game like that.

Okay,

you've had enough fun for one night.

C'mon. I'll take you home.

Come on, stand up.

Come on! Al? Can you give me a hand?

I'm comfortable here...

Dude, stand up.

Robby, I'm fine.

C'mon.

You are. We should just let you drive home.

It really,

really could have been much, much worse.

Seriously.

Bruce could have punched

you right in the mouth.

Really, think about that game.

Saturday.

Girls will be there...

Nope. No. No way.

I'm not doing it.

Soccer is for pansies, man.

Okay, let's get you home. - It's for pansies.

Hey, Kurt,

it won't hurt to give it a try!

And you've got to be better at playing soccer

than you are at picking up chicks.

Come on.

Okay,

watch your head. - Okay...

You are a disaster.

Watch his feet...

So,

what do you want to see me about?

Well... Dad, um...

I'm not going to be playing ball

for the Eagles anymore.

What?

What are you trying to pull here?

No son of mine is going to be a quitter!

We paid good money to get you into that school.

Dad, it's not like that, okay?

They cut me from the team.

They did what?

Do you need me to call the Athletic Director?

Should I setup a meeting with your coach?

No, really, Dad.

Look, the Coach said I have great work ethic.

It's just that they're expanding the program

and they're bringing in

a lot of top recruits next year.

They just don't have a place for me anymore.

What about your future?

How am I going to explain this to our friends?

What about your mom?

It's not like I've quit sports forever.

I mean, I've got a soccer game this weekend with my fraternity,

if you want to come.

Some of the guys from the team asked me to play.

Soccer?

For your fraternity?

'You can do better than that, Kurt.

'You know what your success

means to this family.

Yeah, Dad, I know.

Look, the soccer stuff is just for fun.

It's a great networking opportunity.

And don't worry, I'm going to keep working on my game.

I will play in intramurals,

maybe transfer.

I just don't know what else to do.

I did my best.

If you had truly done your best,

we wouldn't be having this conversation,

now would we?

Miss Morey? - Yes, sir?

Get Steve for me.

We're done here.

And tell my wife not to wait up for me.

We're going to have to lean hard if we're going to get some

movement on this bill.

Kurt

I want you to come up with

a list of five other schools you could transfer into.

We'll go over it this weekend.

I I

So, how'd your dad take it?

About as well as you would expect.

I fit isn't my spring pledges.

It's time you guys get dressed

for the big show.

And uh, Kookydall,

I'm expecting big things tonight

from you guys, big performance.

It's time to go get dressed.

Let's go, ladies, up! Now! Go!

Hey, can I have everybody's attention!

'You guys can just come on up, brothers.

Please bring your dates up here,

we got a special announcement.

Come on up, guys.

As President of Phi Tau Gamma,

it is my distinct privilege and my honor

to present this year's beautiful,

beautiful Pledge Queen,

by,

by unanimous decision, absolutely...

Miss Sherry Jo Williams!

Sherry, come on up.

Here she is, give it up for her!

And the Queen crown.

My lady...

Yes.

There she is.

She's my angel.

Alright, let's bring the boys out!

Hurry up on.

Come on boys.

Loud and proud, ladies.

Loud and proud!

(singing) Row, row, row your boat,

gently down the stream.

Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily,

Sherry is our queen!

One more time from the top,

just a little louder this time. A little enthusiasm.

(singing louder) Row, row, row your boat,

gently down the stream.

Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily,

Sherry is our queen!

Alright, you guys enjoy the rest of your evenings.

Have a drink. Take care.

Uh, for some of you, though,

I think it's best that we keep our diapers on.

Awesome.

That... was awesome.

That was hilarious.

Did you guys really not think that was hilarious?

That was so funny.

I can't believe this.

Seriously, of all the girls?

Wait. Sherry?

Do you dig her?

What? No.

No, she's got a boyfriend.

Besides, I can get any chick I want. - Uh huh!

You are into her!

No, 'm not.

I'm just saying...

Look, can we talk about something else?

Okay,

how about we talk about you coming and playing soccer with us this weekend?

Sherry will be there.

Really? Not like that's a big deal or anything.

Oh, yeah. Dude, she comes to all of the games.

Plus, it'll be your chance to show her

what an all-around athlete you are.

And, uh,

if you really want to get back on Sherry's good side,

you should come to church with me this Sunday.

Church? Really, Robby?

Come on, stop bugging me about that.

I already told you,

it's just not my thing.

Suit yourself!

All 'm saying is that even with everything she's got going on,

Sherry Jo Williams never misses a Sunday.

Come on man, I can even give you a ride.

Look guys,

I appreciate you trying to make me feel better

- I do- but I don't need soccer,

and I certainly don't need church to help me out.

Okay?

After tonight's performance...

'You're gonna need something!

(music)

Look who decided to show up!

Hey Robby,

it's your lucky day!

Hop in goal, man.

Alright.

Where?

Uh, right there.

Nice headband.

Al, what's he doing here?

And what is he wearing?

'You said we needed a goal keeper,

not a fashion model.

Besides, you're the one who wanted to play

on the field instead of in goal.

(whistling)

(music)

(music)

(whistling)

(whistling)

Dude, Bruce.

It's a fraternity game!

Dad?

What are you doing here?

I wanted to put my new camera to work.

Besides, it's a nice day.

The footage I've caught so far is pretty conclusive.

Soccer just isn't your game.

But at least you're having fun

and getting some exercise, right?

Actually, Dad,

I feel like I'm getting' the hang of this.

Look, can you stay for the second half?

Unfortunately, my lunch break is over.

But I enjoyed watching you

get scored on six times.

It was, uh, cute.

Thanks again for coming.

Just let me know when your next pick-up basketball game is,

and we'll see what this baby can do!

Who knows? Maybe we can even send it

to some college coaches.

It's ridiculous, he doesn't know the first thing about goal keeping.

And now he's starting to embarrass the entire team.

I'm just gonna go get my stuff. - Bruce, relax.

Why don't you step up and score some goals?

I'll mark Flip.

Who's Flip?

He's the guy who keeps scoring on you.

He's the captain of the Eagle's soccer team,

so don't take it too hard.

Last time we played the Delta's

they beat us 12-0.

They're the league champs.

But come on, man, if I can play out here, you can.

Yeah, who said I couldn't play?

That was warm-up, alright?

You just wait.

Just keep your eye on the ball,

come out and challenge them.

Be aggressive, and let them make the mistakes.

You all right? - Yeah, I'm good.

Enough fooling around.

It's time to show them

the old Kuykendall magic.

Whatever you say.

We're down 6 to 1, boys!

Y'all are ridiculous!

(whistling)

Alright, I know you feel like you got shelled that first half.

But a second half shut-out

your first time in goal, against this team?

Dude, that's unbelievable!

Thanks, man.

'You weren't too shabby yourself.

Hey, baby.

Thanks for coming to see me play.

Hey Kurt, you did pretty well out there!

I was impressed!

Thanks!

Do you come to games often?

Yeah. Sherry would,

uh, never miss a chance to see her man score.

Come on, Bruce. You know I don't like it

when you joke about that kind of stuff.

'You know, she's the “Virgin She my”.

Hey, Robby

am I going to see you at church tomorrow?

Yeah, yeah, of course, yeah, wouldn't miss it.

In fact, uh, Kurt here, uh,

might be coming along too,

with me, t-to church.

Right, Kurt?

Um...

(burping)

You are? Well,

that would be so great!

Bruce won't ever come.

Well yeah,

1, 1 go to my own church all the time,

but yours sounded pretty cool,

so, I figured I would

check it out.

Well, I can't wait!

I will see you tomorrow?

Sherry...

has a date

with the sexiest man on campus.

Come on, baby.

What was that, man?

I just thought you could use a little help!

Yeah?

Well, it could better be worth it.

Dude, come on, you thought soccer was boring, remember?

And now you're hooked.

Come on, just give it a shot. I'll pick you up at 8:30.

In the morning?

Sherry does go to the early service, so uh...

Fine. If 1 go,

I will drive myself, okay? - Whatever it takes, man!

See you tomorrow! - Alright.

Kurt!

Hey, Kurt, you got a minute? - Yeah.

Alright, I know you're going to think this sounds crazy,

but I'm just going to say it.

What do you think about maybe trying out for the school soccer team this fall?

Play for the Eagles?

Division One College Soccer?

Are you insane?

I just got rocked this morning.

Okay, the first half does not count.

Honestly, I've never seen raw talent like that.

Flip was pretty impressed, too.

When's the season start?

Three months?

Seriously, just think how cool it could be.

I mean, Bruce is lazy,

slow, and he thinks he owns this place.

I would love to see you take him down a notch.

Wait, wait, wait. Bruce is the starting goalkeeper?

I thought he played striker.

Nah, he just does that for the frat games

to get a break from the goal.

He was All-South last year.

OK, alright hold on.

I can't beat that.

I'd look like an idiot.

With your experience in college basketball,

and with your crazy work ethic and natural ability,

I really think you could beat him out.

We can even start training next week,

if you want.

'You know, I was 8th in state in gymnastics

for my high school, too.

Would that help, or...

That's one of those things that

you should probably just keep to yourself.

Just think about it, okay?

I'm serious.

And you know I'm never serious about anything.

I don't know.

Might be transferring next year

to play ball somewhere else.

But hey, thanks for bringing me out here.

I had a good time.

Just think about it.

Just think about it!

Good morning, Miss Williams.

Lovely sermon today, wasn't it?

Yeah. Yeah, it was so... insightful.

I just love me some Jesus,

don't you?

Now I know I'm in church...

'cause honey,

you look like an angel.

I am so screwed.

(water flushing)

(tap water running)

(singing)

Alright, thank you for that singing.

'You may be seated.

It's good to see you, man.

No harm in checking things out.

Today's teaching

is taken from Proverbs 169,

“The mind of the man plans his way,

but the Lord directs his steps.”

Oh, I almost forgot!

Children, Sunday School teachers,

you're dismissed.

So glad you could make it.

I know I told you before,

but you were pretty amazing

in goal yesterday!

I'm going to get something to drink.

Be right back. - 'Kay, man.

Good morning, everybody! I'm so glad to see you all here today!

Does anyone know what this is?

A glove! - Right.

Well, what can I use a glove for?

Ooo! Ooo! To keep your hands warm!

Here! In the snow!

And to keep your hands not dirty

when you're gardening.

Right. Can I use this glove right now

to dig in the garden?

No!

Then what can I use it for?

I don't know!

A glove can be used for many things,

but it was created to do one thing.

Right now, this glove is empty.

But...

now, the glove is full,

and can do what it was created to do.

Ooohhhh.

Our lives are like this glove.

When we try and do things on our own,

we're empty inside.

But when we let God fill us,

our lives can be used for the Lord,

and we can do anything

for His glory.

Oh! Hey Kurt,

did you need something?

Uh, I was looking for the bathroom?

It's right down the hall on the left.

Okay, thanks...

I really had to go, so...

(music)

Can you hear me?

They say at that church

that if I give you my life, you'll fix it.

I don't have much to give,

but I do have this.

This is all I've got.

And you can have it.

This is my life.

Take it. But please,

just give me a sign that 'm on the right path.

Hey, Dad.

Ah, glad you could make it, son.

We only have a few minutes to go over

these transfer applications before that

shipping bill comes to a vote.

Let's talk about where you want to transfer.

I think I found a few schools close by

that would be just perfect.

Dad, you're going to think this is nuts,

but... 'm gonna stay.

At least for one more semester.

But what about your athletics?

Well, that's just it!

I'm thinking about trying out for the school soccer team this summer.

What?

That's the most outrageous idea

I have ever heard!

I knew you'd think it was crazy.

Get your head out of the clouds, Kurt!

This is reality!

Not some half-cocked,

irresponsible, foolish idea

about trying to make it in a sport

you've never even played before!

Dad, I'm serious.

And I have played before.

'You remember that game with the frat team?

Some of those guys thought I was pretty good.

I saw you in that frat game.

Quite frankly,

if had known you were actually taking it seriously out there,

I would have been a bit embarrassed.

Come on, that was just the first half!

Once I caught on, I really started to do well.

I really think I have a shot at this.

Come on, Kurt.

No one just walks onto a college team

after only a few months

of playing a sport.

That's stupid!

Just one more semester.

I will even help out with Mom a little more.

Fine.

It's your life. 'You wanna ruin it, go ahead.

I don't have time for any more of this nonsense.

I've got to go take care of my real job

in the real world.

Maybe I can

get you an internship on the Hill or something.

(knocking)

Al, open up!

(knocking) It's Kurt, open up man.

Gotta get going.

Wake up sunshine,

let's go.

There he is. Let's go.

If 'm going to have a shot at this,

we've got to start now.

Shots?

Dude, isn't it a little early for that?

What are you talking about?

Not shots... a shot.

As in a chance at making the team?

'You said you thought I could do it, right?

Yeah, I did.

I mean, what I meant to say...

And you said we'd start training this week, remember?

Did I? - Yeah.

Well, if I did,

I did not mean at... six in the morning?

Come on, man! Where's your dedication?

Seriously, let's go.

Alright, alright, just give me a minute.

Alright, hurry up.

What have I gotten myself into?

(music)

(music)

Twenty-one,

twenty-two,

twenty-three...

Hey,

'souse me, you guys need a goalkeeper?

No, man, we're good. We're good, thanks.

Hey. - Hey man,

you guys need a goalkeeper?

No, man, we're in the middle of a game.

Hey, you need a goalkeeper?

'Yeah man, take over.

(music)

Whatever you do

work at it with all

your heart as working for the Lord

not for men.

If we really believe

that there is a God

if we really believe

that there is a heaven and a hell

then we'll stop living our lives

for our own glory

and live for the glory of the Lord.

It is only then

that we will be able to push through our trials,

push through our pain,

and realize that,

just as Jesus laid down

His life for us,

in the end

none of our suffering

will be worthy to be compared

to the magnificent glory

that is to be revealed to us.

Hey. - Are you ready for the big day?

Yeah.

Okay, let's go.

Kurt!

I don't think you're ready yet.

What are you talking about?

'You need a pair of these.

Thanks, man.

This means more to me than you'll ever know.

They're just gloves.

Looks like he gained some weight. - Yeah.

I heard he was boozing' up all summer long.

He's hardly done any training.

He thinks just because he made All-South last season

he can do whatever he wants.

Looks like you actually have a shot at this thing!

Who are you?

Uh, Kurt Kuykendall.

I'd like to try out, sir,

if that's alright with you.

Well, we've all the players we need right now.

We're not accepting any walk-ons.

Look, just give me a chance, alright?

'You won't be sorry.

How long have you been playing soccer?

Well, for about... 3 months.

But I've been training hard every day.

With all due respect, lad, this is ridiculous.

If you want to get into soccer there are plenty good rec teams in the area.

Now, I've a practice to run.

Coach! Wait.

This is the goalkeeper Flip and I were talking to you about.

This is my friend Kurt Kuykendall.

Just give him a chance.

'You won't regret it.

Besides,

it won't hurt to give Bruce a little healthy competition.

Fine. I'll see what you can do.

If you stink, you're gone,

understand? - Yes, sir. Thank you.

All right boys,

let's see what you've got.

(music)

Well done.

Most of you've worked hard all week.

I will be posting the final squad

outside my door tomorrow morning.

Starters for this weekend's game

against the Cavaliers will be clearly marked.

If your name's not on the list,

or if you're not starting,

I will be happy to talk it over with you,

but our decisions about this team

are final.

That's all.

Yes!

Move, guys! Let's see...

I don't know how that guy made the team.

'You gotta be kidding me!

Yo, hey. You need to calm down.

No, I'm not going to calm down, Flip.

Coach, we need to talk.

Yeah baby! I knew we could do it.

Did I tell you? Did I tell you?

I can't believe this!

Congratulations, man!

Now, you've got to get your head on straight

before tomorrow's game against the Cav's.

Are you seriously going to

let that scrub start over me?

He's been playing soccer for, what, three months?

I was All-South last year!

I don't care if you're All-American!

'You've got to earn your spot on this team

just like everyone else.

This is my team;

we're going to do it my way.

Until you shape up your act,

Kurt will be our starter.

This is such a bunch of crap,

and you know it!

I'm the best keeper you've got, Coach.

Either you get rid of Kuykendall or I quit.

There's the door.

You can't be serious. - I said, there's the door!

I don't play those kinds of games!

Fine.

Fine! But don't come crying to me

when you guys lose this weekend.

And lose bad!

Kuykendall.

Looks like you're our man.

He will be the Iron Curtain, Coach

nothing gets by.

I certainly hope so.

I just lost an All-South goalkeeper

over some lunatic sophomore

who's only been playing soccer

for three months!

You'd better not let me down.

I'll do my best, Coach.

Alright guys, bring it in, let's go.

Whatever you do, don't underestimate these blokes.

They're tough, gritty,

and passionate about the game.

Kuykendall.

We are counting on you.

Alright boys, bring it in, let's go.

Eagles on three. One, two, three. .. - Eagles!

(cheering)

Flip!

What, what's happening?

I can't take goal kicks.

I don't know how.

I don't believe this! This is embarrassing.

(cheering)

(music)

(music)

(cheering)

(whistling)

That goalkeeper is a rookie.

He doesn't even know how to take a goal kick!

Now you boys can do better than this.

Let's go out and win this game.

Let's go!

This is ridiculous the way this thing's going.

All right, boys.

The momentum is back on our side.

Let's show them what this team is really all about,

and keep the ball in their end of the field!

Cut you go. - Alright, let's bring it in.

Eagles on three. One, two, three. .. - Eagles!

(music)

(music)

(cheering)

(cheering)

(whistling)

(music)

“Kuykendall,

a freshman basketball player last year,

recently took up soccer

and has showed amazing aptitude.”

“He's improving every day

and he's very dedicated,” says Ryan.

“Kurt has everything he needs -

height, courage,

and he reads the game well.”

Shut up.

Alright, oh, here we go.

“Eagles Soccer Squad Stuns Cavaliers”.

Al Ross tallies twice in a 3-1 victory.”

Oh, dude,

you are not going to believe this one.

What, another shot of me

lying on the ground staring

at the back of the net?

No, no man.

Check this out:

Agnes C. Hourigan's Vicious Rumors.

Which adorable Eagles soccer player is

currently available?

Our sources tell us that

an unidentified goalkeeper

is keeping solitary company

with his shin guards.”

Let me see that.

Not a chance, my friend.

Let me read it! -No,

I'm blowing this up,

and I'm posting it

all over campus.

Really? Just let me read it! -No.

- Dude,

it is about time that you get a girl.

Seriously,

what are you going to do about Sherry?

'You gotta man up!

Come on.

Bruce is graduating this spring.

He's probably going to pop

the question any day.

Wait... You really haven't heard?

What? They're engaged?

No man.

She cut the Bruce loose!

What?

Do not kid around with me,

are you serious?

I'm not kidding.

It's over.

I think you should go for it.

Huh.

Well, you know what that means.

Goodbye, shin guards!

This year's Most Valuable Player

goes to a young man

who had ten shutouts this season.

And after only playing

soccer for less than a year,

he's become one of the best college goalies

I have ever seen,

with the potential to be the best

in the East Coast.

I give you...

our MVP...

All-Middle Atlantic Conference goalkeeper

Kurt Kuykendall!

(clapping)

All the best, Kurt.

I expect a bright future from you.

Wow, thank you.

This is a great honor.

I'll do my best to make you

and the University proud, Coach.

Thanks again.

(clapping)

That concludes tonight's ceremonies.

Thank you all for your hard work this season.

We're so very proud of you.

Have a good, safe night.

Hey, man. - Hey - I'm really proud of you, dude. - Thanks, man.

Sorry I gotta go, but Ill see you later, okay? - Alright,

hey thanks for coming. - Thank you.

Well, deserved, buddy. - Thank you.

Congratulations. - Thanks, dude.

Hey. It's now or never.

What... are you chicken?

Are you a little,

a little baby chick?

Huh? Tweet! Tweet tweet tweet! - Shut up.

Tweet! Tweet!

If you don't shoot, you don't score.

She my!

Oh, hey Kurt!

Hey. I was going to ask you about... your awards.

Can I see 'em?

Oh, they're nothing.

Well, nothing at all like

M.V.P. or All-Conference.

Come on, you're being modest. Let me see 'em.

They're just my letters in cheer leading and swimming.

Letters in two sports?

That's impressive. - Thanks.

Cool, well, uh,

I should get going. But,

guess I will see you around.

Okay.

Nice fly-by!

That was pathetic.

I got nervous, okay?

I'll make my move next time.

Dad! Mom!

'You won't believe the night I had!

Well, at least somebody's happy.

Be careful.

Today would have been Billy's birthday.

You think I can't hear you?

Like you really care.

You didn't even remember

until I reminded you.

Neither one of you!

That's not true.

It's like he never existed at all.

Admit it.

All you ever loved

was your precious “golden boy”

and now not even he is good enough for you!

Mom, stop. - Stay out of this, Kurt.

Nobody asked you for your opinion!

I've had all I can take for tonight, Marcy.

I'm going upstairs.

I've got an important phone call

that I'm expecting.

Go ahead!

Run away, coward!

Run away like you always do!

Dad, wait!

I just came by to tell you what my soccer coach...

When will you stop it

with all this soccer nonsense?

No one even cares about soccer.

You don't get it -

this isn't just some hobby

I've picked up.

I've learned a lot since that day,

and not only did I make the team, but. .. (phone ringing)

Look, that's great, son, really.

But I've got to take this call,

and then get to bed.

Let's do lunch and you can tell me all about it.

(phone ringing)

I made MVP, Mom.

All-Conference, too.

(music)

Good game, bro. - Thanks man, you too.

She my!

Um, I gotta go,

I will see you later.

Thanks for coming!

I could not miss this game

well, especially after everyone kept telling me

how amazing a season you've had!

You did really great.

Uh, listen Sherry.. there's,

there's been something

I've been meaning to ask you, um... - Kurt?

Walter Mason, with the U.S. Olympic Committee.

Great play out there tonight.

Thank you sir,

it's an honor.

The honor was all mine

When Coach Ryan asked me to come here tonight,

I didn't think someone who had played soccer for

for less than 3 years could

possibly play at this level.

But now, 'm a believer.

On the basis of this game

and your shut-out record this year,

I'm recommending you for All-American.

Wow! Uh, thank you sir,

I appreciate it.

I'd also like you to try out

for the U.S. Olympic team in two weeks.

Would that fit your schedule?

Yeah. Yeah, absolutely!

Great, great. 'You got my card there,

give me a call this week, I will send you all the info.

Okay! - Ill see you in a few weeks!

Thank you!

A shot at the Olympic team!

I can't wait to tell my dad.

Kurt, that's amazing.

I'm so impressed with how far you've come with this soccer thing.

Hey, Sherry.

You know,

Kurt is really good at basketball, too,

if you're looking for a rebound.

Thanks a lot man,

appreciate it.

Well, that was awkward.

Um, uh, while we're on the topic,

how do you feel,

do you want to join me at the Tavern?

Are you asking me out?

Yeah, yeah, I guess I am.

Okay. - But I mean, if you don't want to,

it's... Wait, did you just say okay?

Just pick me up at 8.

Okay! Alright, see you then.

(music)

Well, I'm pretty beat up from the game,

but do you want to dance?

Um,

that's okay.

Come on, it'll be fun.

Oh! Way to go, Mr. All-American.

Sorry.

This isn't exactly how I planned it.

Do you try and plan everything in your life?

I used to.

Things were so crazy at home,

it was nice to have at least

something planned out, you know?

Well, what about you?

What brought you to the school?

Well, I was at Tech -

but, I got really homesick.

'You mean you actually missed your family?

Yeah. We're really close.

But I left for another reason.

I kind of followed my boyfriend.

Bruce?

Let's not talk about him right now.

Yeah, whatever happened

between you two?

Look, I'm sorry for bringing it up.

I just want to know.

It's simple, really.

Long distance was one thing,

but being together all the time

made me realize that we didn't want the same things in life.

Like what?

Everything.

Marriage,

family, lots of kids...

Faith.

I didn't want to spend all my time

waiting and

hoping that he'd suddenly change.

'You, you had lint.

On your shirt.

Um, no, you're right. That makes sense.

Thank you.

It's always good to be on the same page...

Especially about things that matter.

Like, soccer?

Uh yeah, yeah soccer's up there.

(phone ringing)

I am sorry.

No, it's fine.

Who is it?

Uh, it's my dad.

Um, I, I completely forgot to tell him

about the Olympic tryout.

Call him back!

Now?

You sure?

Okay, just be a minute.

Dad. Dad!

Yeah, get Mom on the line, too.

'You guys aren't going to believe this.

I have a try out for the Olympic soccer team

in two weeks!

'Yes Mom, soccer is an Olympic sport.

Look, I told you, this isn't just some...

Dad, you know as well as I do

that I've learned a lot since then.

I know. I get it, okay?

But I have a shot at making All-American.

Dad, an Olympic

do you understand?

An Olympic scout

asked me to tryout next weekend.

Well this isn't just about you!

Yes sir.

I said, yes sir,

I think that's fair.

Good night.

What happened?

Well, he said that

this is my last shot.

If I don't make the team,

then I'm done with soccer.

And it's time to start a real life.

So...

Make the team!

So, you ready for some more dancing?

Sure! But,

only if you promise

not to step on my toes.

I can't guarantee that.

Let's go.

(music)

(music)

(music)

(music)

Kurt Kuykendall.

Oh yeah, Kuykendall. Region 1.

'Your team's in red, over there.

First game starts in a half hour.

Good luck.

Good luck, number 31.

Show us what you've got.

(music)

All right, bring it in!

All right, men.

Let's keep the play clean

and show us the best you've got.

Because you only have three games

to prove you have what it takes

to represent the United States of America.

Best of luck.

I hope to see you in the coming months.

Let's go.

(music)

(whistling)

(music)

(music)

Ouch!

(whistling)

Can we get a doctor over here?

Call an ambulance! - Just lie back,

just lie back, just lie back.

Kurt? Hi, Doctor Melanie Jeschke.

I will be your orthopedist today.

So what's the deal, doc?

Well, I hate to be the

bearer of bad news,

but you have a fractured ankle.

So we're going to put you in a cast,

give you some crutches,

and you should be able to go home.

Well, how long are we talking here?

About six to eight weeks.

And that's a conservative estimate.

Six to eight weeks?

No. No, 'm sorry,

I-I've got Olympic tryouts this weekend.

Olympic tryouts?

Yeah, for soccer.

They just asked me to try out for the team.

Well, you're going to need to call your coach.

'You won't be attending

any Olympic tryouts this weekend -

least not on the field anyway.

It's gonna be a good two months

before you even get the cast off,

let alone play any soccer.

I'm sorry,

that's just the way it is.

Well, I will be back in a minute.

The nurse's going to come in

and get you set up for your cast.

We are going to need to

reposition that ankle, so

prepare yourself.

Might be a rough afternoon.

(banging)

Can I help you?

I'm here to see Kurt. I she in?

He's in.

But he's not seeing anyone.

I-'m sorry. I'm not trying to be a bother.

Um, 'm sure he's mentioned me before.

I'm Sherry?

His girlfriend?

I just spoke to him on the phone.

Well,

never told me he had a girlfriend.

Now is not a good time. - Mom?

Who is it? - It's nothing, honey.

Just some girl.

Sherry?

Hey! It's okay, Mom.

It's Sherry.

'You know, the one I've been trying to tell you about.

Can I come in for a second?

Actually, we should probably get going.

Bye Mom! We'll be back in a little while, alright?

We're just going to go for a walk. -A walk?

Kurt, what about your ankle?

And I need you to stay home more!

Be back later, Mom!

Fine! But don't expect me

to be waiting up for you.

Now,

you see why we never hang out at my house.

(music)

What are you going to do now?

I don't know.

My dad thinks that

I should just forget soccer

and get a real job.

I'm starting to think he's got a point.

Kurt. It's a broken ankle.

Why would you even talk about quitting?

There's no way you can give up now.

Sure there is.

Kurt, you cannot quit!

Believe me, I don't want to.

Which is why

I need you by my side, okay?

Now more than ever.

I'm with you no matter what -

you know that.

All I mean is that

I thought you were the kind of guy

who finishes what you start.

And if a stupid broken ankle is going to make you give up...

Sherry, that's enough.

No It's not enough!

The Kurt I know wouldn't even talk about quitting!

The Kurt I know wouldn't give up

even though everyone said

it couldn't be done.

He believes he was made to do

something bigger than himself -

and has the guts to pursue that dream.

If you quit now,

then they were right about you.

You're just like everyone else.

Kurt.

Look at me.

I don't care

if you're a broken-down,

has-been athlete,

or a President of the United States.

I love you for the man you are today,

right now.

And I love you for the man

you will be tomorrow.

I'm not going anywhere...

Unless it's with you.

So, I was thinking ...

what would you say about

you and me getting married sometime?

Is that a proposal?

Yeah.

Well,

then... Yeah.

Yeah? - Yeah!

Looks like your ankle's healing nicely.

Yeah.

So Kurt.

I have some great news for you.

Well, I've got some great news for you, too...

But you first.

Well, it's taken me a few weeks,

but, uh, I made a bunch of calls,

and pulled a lot of strings.

They didn't have any openings,

but it seems

I can get you an internship on the Hill

with Congressman Baker

at the end of the summer!

Wow, Dad.

I really appreciate that, but...

I might be a little busy this summer.

Sherry and I are getting married. - What?

When?

August twenty-fifth,

if the church is free.

Well,

this is not a decision

to be entered into lightly.

No, sir.

Sherry's parents have already given their blessing.

How do you plan to provide for a family?

Well, actually,

I've been thinking a lot about that.

This came in the mail today.

And it seems

that they found a new Olympic coach.

They're re-trying out the entire team.

Oh, Kurt. Not soccer again.

Look where all that Olympic talk

got you last time!

My old coach,

you know Coach Ryan,

he put in a good word for me.

They want me to come to tryouts this fall...

and, if I make the team,

I got a good shot at going pro.

Will you stop it with the Olympics already?

Kurt! Get your head out of the clouds!

How can you possibly get married...and stay married,

if you don't have a real job?

Trust me, Kurt.

Love is not enough.

I've got all that figured out.

Sherry's almost done with her teaching degree,

and I recently picked up

a part-time job as a PE. teacher.

Physical education?

Kurt works hard at everything he does.

'You won't have to worry about us.

Sherry, you're a very nice girl,

but I don't think you understand

the situation here.

Kurt, can I see you in the other room, please?

Anything you have to say to me,

you can say in front of Sherry.

Now.

'You made me a promise.

Why do you hate soccer so much?

It's what I'm good at!

'You may not believe me,

but I do love you.

And that's why I'm going to do everything in my power

to make sure that...

doesn't happen to your marriage

because you're too busy chasing

a dream to provide for your family.

Look, I am not you,

Dad, alright?

And She my? She's not Mom.

I thought you'd be happy for us.

Thanks for dinner, Mom.

It was great.

I have to go. I have to do this.

What about us?

What about your father?

You'll never know the favors I had to call in.

My reputation

my career -is on the line.

Yeah? So's mine.

Come on Sherry,

it's time to go.

(music)

(music)

(music)

- Hey.

Kurt Kuykendall. - Oh yeah, Kuykendall. I remember you.

You're that guy who, uh,

broke his leg, right?

Man, that's gotta mess with your head a bit, doesn't it?

Well, you don't have to worry about me.

I'm back now,

stronger than ever.

So where is everyone?

Well, you're here, uh...

two hours early.

Yeah, but that, that's alright.

Hey, why don't you give him number one?

First one here,

number one is yours, keeper.

Thank you.

(music)

Move up!

Midfielders, drop back!

We simply don't need you here now.

This is your final shot at this.

If you quit now, then...

they were right about you.

He's fearless, but - ah,

it's too bad. I had him at the top of the list,

but I guess that's it for him.

Keep!

Keeper!

How you doing, son?

Are you - are you done?

I'm okay. I'm okay.

I don't know, you,

You were unconscious. I think you're done, son.

I said 'm okay.

Come on, let's play, let's do this.

Let's go!

Kuykendall, there's someone waiting to see you out in the hall.

Make it quick.

Hey! -Hit

Mom, Dad?

I didn't think you guys were going to make it!

Kurt

uh, it's hard for me

to admit when I am wrong,

but...

I'm glad you persisted.

Besides,

couldn't miss a chance to use this!

This is your day, baby.

Go get 'em, OK? - Alright, Mom.

I've never been more

proud of anything or anyone in my life

than I am of you, son.

Well, Dad,

it's like someone once told me.

If you don't shoot,

you don't score.

Why don't you try moving it a little to the right?

No, no, to my right.

'Kay. Now move that left one back some.

My left? - Yeah, yeah,

your left. Back.

Wait, wait, wait.

Wait, there it. (TV announcer) And in goal for the United States,

from Fairfax, VA,

America's soccer wonder, Kurt Kuykendall!

Wool! Dude! He's right there!

Are you serious? - No, no, no!

Get -

Kuykendall,

YOU are a sexy, sexy man.

Wait, you can really see him?

No Don't...

don't move.

(music)

(crowd cheering)

(crowd cheering)

(crowd cheering)

(crowd cheering)

(music)