The Competitor (Encore)

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For years, you were made to feel like you didn't fit in because of the color of your skin. With your dad's encouragement, you become determined to compete in a professional sport where, in order to win, you can't just blend in. You have to stand out. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy# ... Show More

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