In November 1987, Jamaican sprinter Derice Bannock sets his sights on qualifying for the 100-meter dash at the Summer Olympics in Seoul. However, his dreams are shattered when a mishap during the trials involving fellow runner Junior Bevil and Yul Brenner causes Derice to miss his chance.
Despite the setback, Derice is determined to pursue his Olympic dreams. When committee leader Barrington Coolidge offers him a chance to compete in boxing or cycling or wait four years for another shot at sprinting, Derice stumbles upon a new opportunity. A chance encounter with Irv Blitzer, a disgraced former bobsled champion, ignites Derice’s idea to form Jamaica’s first bobsled team.
With the help of his friend Sanka Coffie, Derice convinces Blitzer to coach the inexperienced team. Facing financial struggles and skepticism from their own country, the team perseveres with determination and hard work. Despite facing ridicule and challenges, they earn a spot at the Winter Olympics in Calgary.
As they brave the icy track, the Jamaican team faces setbacks and discrimination but ultimately wins the respect of their competitors and spectators. Their story of perseverance and unity captures the hearts of all who witness their journey.
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