Challenge the Wind

In this family-oriented drama, Matthew Harding (Mark Whittington) has had to move to Arkansas to live with his grandparents following the death of his father. He wants to shine on the track field, and earnestly competes for his new school. Despite a variety of obstacles, he does well., A troubled teen (Mark Whittington) is sent to live with his grandparents in a quiet farm community where he discovers he has a talent for running. Grandpa: Jay Jones. Maryanne: Katy Dickson. Robert: Jack Shamblin. Billy: Jay Collins. Emily: Leah Smith. Preacher: John Bateman. Sheriff: Orin Frank. Carla: Amy Koenegseder. Barber: Tom Shankle. Coach: William Blackburn (who also directed).