An autistic boy befriends a champion marathoner and decides he wants to run. While helping his father clean up after football practice, Tyson meets Aklilu. They become friends, and Tyson decides that running might bring him closer to his father. With the help of Aklilu and his parents, Tyson gets ready for his big day. Along his journey, Tyson learns that anything is possible as long as you have faith and courage.