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When his faith is not driving Mitchell to work hard, Mitchell’s trainer is the other force that drives him to train hard. Mitchell prays for the safety of his opponent and himself.

Mitchell works on his speed on a timing bag. He would like to follow the boxers who have made big names as their posters are mounted on the wall that surrounds him.

Ventura, California. Charlie.

Mitchell grimaces in pain as he works his neck muscles aginst the ropes during the workout.

Ventura, California. Mike's sisster, Peggy, prepares a meal.

Ventura, California. Kevin, 11, does his homework.

Crying for the first time since his father died, Pete is overcome with emotion listening to the fans cheer the culmination of his long, hard chase.

Ventura, California. Marlene Wallace goes for her morning shower.

Pete watches the hit that broke Ty Cobb’s all-time record fall into short left field, as the fans show their appreciation with cheers, signs and confetti.

Waiting.