This second film in the MAGNIFY documentary series is executive produced by Dwyane Wade and Chance the Rapper and directed by Dustin Nakao-Haider for Bogie Films.
Dustin and his young crew, which included Chicago basketball scout-turned agent Daniel Poneman followed Orr Academy's players and coaches on and off court for several years.
When they were done, they presented the project to some influential people and Wade and Chance were happy to get involved.

“Basketball empowered me to overcome the challenges of growing up on the south side of Chicago,” said Wade.
“The odds were stacked against me, and the game changed the course of my life. It’s important to share these true stories of triumph to inspire the next generation to achieve their dreams when faced with life’s obstacles.”
Set against their hometown of Chicago, the film follows Orr Academy’s high school basketball team and its stars Tyquone Greer and Marquise Pryor as they aspire for greatness under inspirational head coach Lou Adams, facing
systemic inequities that threaten to claim their future. Through incredible on and off-the-court challenges – from championship and collegiate aspirations to violence and incarceration -- they assess the daily voices and influences
of teammates, friends and family on their next steps as young men.
“Shot in the Dark is an authentic and realistic look at high school sports in Chicago and what it means for our youth,” adds Chance. “It’s not really a game for some folks."

After seeing the film, it will be hard not to compare it to the iconic Chicago basketball documentary "Hoop Dreams," but this isn't just a basketball movie or basketball story. It's a very real look at some of the challenges facing young people today, especially in inner city environments. It shows how people deal with adversity in various ways. We encourage you to check it out!

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Appointing his former coach and one of his childhood mentor's, Kendrick Williams, was the first step. With the AAU season less than two months away, Kendrick and Team Wall wasted no time. The first piece of the puzzle was point guard Jalen Harris. Harris embodied the vision Williams had for Team Wall with his quick handles and crafty play. With his floor general locked in, it was now time for firepower. Not many had heard of Havelock High School's Kyran Bowman, but after following a suggestion Williams had established the Team Wall back-court. After a breakout junior season, Jalen Johnson of Wesleyan Christian had everyone's interest. The lefty, "Bull City" product decided to run with Team Wall and gave the team their high-flyer. The addition of Boo Williams sharpshooter Scott Spencer midway through the AAU season would prove to be the piece Team Wall was missing. Established shooter Rob Whitfield had been injured for a majority spring/summer, so the addition of Spencer came at a critical time. Osi Smart, Telligence Johnson, Matt Elmore & Mike Pippins rounded out the Team Wall squad as they hit Dallas, Indy, DC, Atlanta, Augusta, Vegas and more!

Before it was all said and done, Team Wall Had garnered over 30 scholarship offers among it's 17u team. Scott Spencer became the first Team Wall player to commit as he chose Clemson to further his basketball career and education. Not far behind was Jalen Johnson, as he later committed to the University of Tennessee. Matt Elmore later decided to stick close to home and attend University of North Carolina Wilmington. In their first year Team Wall was able to accomplish the sight set forth by Director and Head Coach Kendrick Williams. Players got exposure, earned themselves scholarships, and grew not only as basketball players but also as young men. Join us on this journey as Team Wall presents The Launch and see what it really meant to be #WALLIN.

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