Home Team - Pitching for Pride

Pasquale De Marco

Sinopsis

In the heart of America's heartland, where baseball is more than just a game, lies Willow Creek, a small town where dreams take flight. At the center of this baseball-loving community is the Baggs family farm, where young Billy Baggs longs to escape the daily grind and step onto the baseball diamond.

When Billy's mother suggests turning their cow pasture into a baseball field, Billy sees his chance. With the help of his family and friends, he transforms the empty field into a place of magic, a place where dreams can come true.

But building a baseball field is just the beginning. Billy knows that to truly make his dream come alive, he needs a team. He rallies the neighborhood kids, each with their own unique talents and quirks, and together they form the Home Team.

As the Home Team takes to the field, they face challenges and setbacks. They must overcome their differences, learn to work together, and navigate the ups and downs of the game. But through it all, their love for baseball and their unwavering determination keep them going.

As the Home Team embarks on their journey, they discover that the baseball field is more than just a place to play a game. It becomes a symbol of unity, a place where the community comes together to cheer, laugh, and share in the joys and sorrows of life. And for Billy Baggs, the Home Team becomes the family he always longed for, a team that will forever hold a special place in his heart.

Join Billy and the Home Team on their heartwarming journey as they chase their dreams, overcome obstacles, and discover the true meaning of teamwork and community. "Home Team: Pitching for Pride" is a celebration of the power of sports to bring people together and the resilience of the human spirit.

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Disponible desde: 02/06/2025.

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