THE GUYS SHOWED UP FOR PUNISHMENT. CAMP SURPRISED THEM WITH A REWARD. Left, left, left, right, left, left, left …. the firmness of their steps matched the determination to prove that it mattered; they mattered. These boys from the 'hood' living in the dark crevice between captivity and freedom, marked by foolish mistakes, teenage pranks gone bad, and deliberate crimes of survival that may ultimately destroy their future hopes. But could this very struggle ignite their motivation to rise above their circumstances? Could these tattered boys persevere against the odds? From day one, the guys thought life at camp would be their downfall. Instead, they discovered that camp would grow them in unexpected ways. With the encouragement of a teacher's assistant and the academic guidance of an English tutor, they began to overcome the challenges of life in juvenile court school camp. Academic success had never crossed their minds until the Bowl captured their attention. Join the guys as they prepare for action in a moving story of perseverance and encouragement. Author Kathy Luongo uses humor and personal experiences to captivate the reader's attention, sharing inspirational stories of young men who triumphed through sheer grit and determination. Author Kathy Luongo often says she was born with a heart for those living on the fringes of life. The ones frequently cast aside and overlooked by many: junior high kids, incarcerated youth, and special education students. Kathy transitioned from coaching school sports to leading church youth groups and working as a teacher's assistant in special education. Always striving to inspire the best in young people, Kathy recognizes the potential that others may overlook. She has enjoyed a 43-year marriage adventure with her husband, Jim. Her three children and eight grandchildren are the sunshine of her life.