Against the Clock
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Ongoing1h 17m
Last published Wed, Nov 5, 2025
Against the Clock follows Kevin, a determined high school freshman juggling basketball, family responsibilities, and the weight of his own dreams. Once set on joining the elite I.S.H.P. High School, but financial struggles and average grades force him onto a different path. Now, at a new school, he must prove himself on the court while working nights at a convenience store to help his overworked mother and care for his younger siblings. With time slipping through his fingers, every decision counts. Can Kevin rise above the pressure and carve out a future for himself, or will life's challenges keep him stuck on the sidelines?
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