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Jerry Baker, the real-life inspiration behind the film “23 Blast,” tragically passed away in 1991, a few years after the events depicted in the movie. Baker’s untimely death occurred due to complications arising from a brain tumor.
5 days ago · Faith Transforms a Tragedy into a Triumph in ’23 Blast’. By Billie Jo Youmans • 8 Minutes. This 2014 inspirational movie shares the true story of how teenager Travis Freeman’s (Mark Hapka) faith transforms his personal tragedy into a triumph for many. It is unapologetically Christian, but not religious, simply portraying the power of ...
Oct 24, 2014 · The movie begins with scenes from a younger Travis’ life playing little league football with his best friend, Jerry Baker (Bram Hoover). The boys grow up and play high school football together until a rare infection leaves Travis completely blind overnight.
Oct 21, 2014 · A veritable Blind Side, the inspirational sports drama 23 Blast tells the true story of Travis Freeman, a high school football star stricken with an infection that completely destroyed his...
Oct 23, 2014 · Dylan Baker makes his directorial debut with "23 Blast," the true story of Travis Freeman, a high-school football player in Corbin, Kentucky, suddenly stricken with blindness. The idea to...
23 Blast. Summaries. When a high-school football star is suddenly stricken with irreversible, total blindness, he must decide whether to accept his new reality or attempt a return to the game he still loves. In the prime of his youth, up-and-coming football star Travis Freeman lost his sight from a sinus infection caused by a rare disease.
When a high school football star is suddenly stricken with irreversible, total blindness, he must decide whether to live a safe, protected life or to summon the courage through playing football to step back into the world. 23 Blast is based on the amazing, true story of Travis Freeman.
