GOAT
A scrappy young goat named Will chases his dream of going pro in roarball, a high-contact basketball-like sport played by anthropomorphic animals. It is a warm, funny underdog story with a few emotional moments and energetic sports action.
A great pick for kids roughly 6 and up who love sports, big dreams, and funny animal characters.
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Will's financial hardship and grief over his late mother are established early; her death from illness is referenced and sets the emotional stakes for his whole journey.
Recurring flashbacks show Will's mother cheering him on and sacrificing for his dreams; these moments are warm but emotionally affecting, especially for kids who have experienced loss.
Multiple game sequences show Will facing off against much larger predator animals in high-contact play on courts in unusual or hazardous settings.