Man to Man

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Man to Man

1972

0h 35m

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An inspiring story of young men who use basketball to spread the gospel.

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4 featured cast members

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Bud Schaeffer

John Pierucki

J.B. Crouse

Les Wait

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Directed by: Ken Anderson
Written by: Ken Anderson

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