Some kids were slouched at their desks.
Marcus hopes to take his program national.
Players who failed classes lost their eligibility.
Marcus uses his credibility as a star athlete.
Marcus was looking for an avenue of action.
Marcus worked the audience.
He hopes to create a national organization.
He was looking for a way to make a difference.
He got the group's attention.
They were not allowed to play anymore.
He uses the respect people have for him.
They were not sitting up straight.