Ed Warnicki used to play football in the park with his dad and dream of being a great receiver. Now, at fourteen, Ed secretly wishes he could play for his Calgary High Mustangs team. Wanting to contribute to the school's football team in some way, Ed accepts the job of waterboy. Tyrone teases Ed, and one day at practice throws a ball right at Ed's head. Ed's instincts kick in and he makes a decent catch! So when the team's top receiver gets injured, Ed joins the team as back-up receiver. The big game against their rival team puts school pride and Ed's confidence on the line. Can Ed catch a crucial pass and make his dreams of being a football hero come true?