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Izzy Daniels is a talented Brooklyn boxer who secretly discovers a passion for Double Dutch with the Joy Jumpers. He grapples with his mother's death and the pressure to please his father, balancing ambition with authenticity. His growth comes from learning to lead with integrity and to value teamwork over personal glory.

Mary Thomas is a competitive Double Dutch player and leader of the Joy Jumpers. She harbors mutual crushes and fierce determination, pushing Izzy to grow while coping with team dynamics. Her resilience helps the team adapt and improve, even when rivals threaten their momentum.

Kenneth Daniels is Izzy’s father and boxing coach, a man torn between pride and pain after his wife’s death. He pushes Izzy to excel in the ring while learning to let him define his own path. Their eventual reconciliation deepens their bond and clarifies the meaning of support beyond pressure.

Tammy Lewis is Izzy’s teammate and a talented boxer who has faced teasing from others. She demonstrates resilience and becomes a supportive ally as the team navigates competition and personal growth. Her perseverance helps elevate the group to achieve their best performances.

Rodney Tyler is Izzy’s classmate and neighborhood bully who exposes Izzy’s secret via a social-media push. His rivalry catalyzes Izzy’s transformation and eventual maturity, culminating in a truce born from mutual respect.

Yolanda Brooks is a member of the Dutch Dragons who challenges Mary and her teammates. Her departure from the Joy Jumpers to join the rivals heightens the competition and tests the team’s loyalty.

Gina is the leader of the Dutch Dragons, portrayed as sharp-witted and competitive. She embodies the challenge Mary and Izzy must overcome to prove their skills on the state stage.

Karin Daniels is Izzy’s younger sister who attends the competitions with enthusiasm and steadfast support. Her presence reinforces the family theme and provides emotional grounding for Izzy’s journey.