I usually operate on an intuitive level. I just saw something in this kid's eyes. It's an intangible thing. But there was a spark there, something I just responded to.

I wanted a dramatization of the sport, and I didn't think that could be executed at the level I wanted with actors.

By the end of the day he looked like Jay Leno.

Billy was the best, ... When the kids were getting tired, and the intensity wasn't there, Bill would get in their faces and say 'Look, bring your A game.' He lit a fire under people.