not much to it but a validation of small town value and the embracing of a mentally challenged young man into it heart . i read some of the review and be surprise at some of the hostility it engender . i felt cuba gooding handle the part with dignity and respect unlike sean penn drool fool portrayal in i be sam . the fact that this be base on a true story make it all the more heartwarming . sport be take seriously in small town high school america ( and elsewhere and i suspect ) and i felt the portrayal of these competitive student open their heart to one less fortunate rang true and at least for me . the coach be never force to choose between his daughter and radio but rather come gently to the decision himself under radio loving and open way . very well do to all . positive . debra winger and we need more of you in picture .