We just watched a movie called Champions. It’s about a disgraced coach who is sentenced to do community service at a special-needs basketball program. At first, he’s completely out of his element—he doesn’t know how to work with the players or even how to talk to them. He’s overwhelmed and unsure of what to do.
As the film progresses, though, he starts to find his rhythm, and the team begins to come together. It follows a pretty familiar storyline where the coach has to make a tough decision between sticking with the team or pursuing some personal life goal. You can probably guess the path it takes, but the way they deliver the final message is really impactful. The film ends with a beautiful statement about what it truly means to be a champion, beyond just winning on the scoreboard.
Throughout the movie, there are so many teachable moments about how to interact with people who have disabilities, how they function, and how they think. It really hammers home the idea that just because someone has a disability, you shouldn’t discount them or assume they’re not capable. The film drives that message home in a really touching and heartwarming way.
Both my wife and I really enjoyed Champions, and I’d highly recommend it if you’re looking for something meaningful and uplifting. We watched it on Peacock, so if you have access, definitely check it out!
Just a life long New Yorker sharing the journey through my lens. Please take note of a post’s date. The views I express here are subject to change and evolving as I grow and learn.
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