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“Michigan State’s Cassius Winston Exclusive 1-on-1

Michigan State's Cassius Winston reveals the mindset of an NCAA All-American point guard in this exclusive 1-on-1 interview with U of D Mercy legend Rashad Phillips.

 

“Blight 2 Gardens - Visit from Mayor Mike Duggan”

A mini-feature from Rescue MI Nature Now’s "Blight 2 Gardens" project on Detroit east side as Detroit Mayor, Mike Duggan was on-site to survey the land.

 

"Michael Garwood's Conversation at Utica Stevenson"

Once a top recruit, watch as Michael reveals his struggles during his high school career off the field and tell candid stories about his short comings, including the moment he decided to turn his life around in this inspirational presentation.

 

"Antoine davis exclusive interview"

U of D Mercy's Antoine Davis exclusive interview with former Titan great, Rashad Phillips. Davis passed Steph Curry and set the NCAA all-time record for most made 3-pointers in a single season by a freshman.

 

“A Day with a long-time detroiter”

There have been headlines talking about “Detroit’s resurgence” after enduring high crime rates, “White-Flight”, “Ruins Photography”, blight and bankruptcy. But in the inner-city, many long-time residents have not yet seen the benefits of revitalization like the downtown area. Determined Series spent the day with one of those residents, a woman on Detroit’s west side, to better understand the day-to-day trails she faces as a single mother in one of the city’s neighborhoods.

 

“ctm to las vegas doc episode: two”

Episode two of the Determined Series original, Change The Mentality Basketball Docuseries from their journey to Las Vegas.

 

"ctm to la doc Episode: one"

Documentary on Detroit's "Change The Mentality Basketball" tournament win from their trip to Los Angeles.

 

"A mother's love" update

An update to our original Determined Special, this is a Mother's Day celebration of one special mother's strength & a second chance at life for her son.

 

"the black athlete" chapter two

Former NBA Piston Legend, Lindsey Hunter sits down in an exclusive interview with Determined Series and reveals his journey as a black athlete.

 

"the black athlete" chapter one

"The Black Athlete" author and creator, John D. White takes us to the Detroit neighborhood where he grew up that was also the source of inspiration behind his creation of "The Black Athlete" brand.

 

u of m commit david dejulius' mixtape

Mr. Basketball of Michigan candidate David DeJulius' senior season has been nothing short of electric. Watch some of his greatest moments from the 2018 season. 

 

jalen jackson - the commitment

Class of 2018's Jalen Jackson reveals the college he's committing to play football for next season.

 

"Determined Series Sizzle Reel"

For Detroit. By Detroit. From Detroit. We create media that defines Detroit's determination through inspiring story-telling.

 

"depsa girls bball over the holidays"

Determined Series presents the DEPSA Girls Basketball Team Holiday Tournament highlight mixtape

 

"the comeback: east english bulldogs"

Go behind the Bulldogs upset and watch how they prepared for their 80-71 win over Clarkston.

 

"darius slay gives back to detroit"

Determined Series exclusive, Detroit Lions cornerback and Pro Bowl candidate Darius Slay spreads holiday cheer serving dinner to single mothers and their children in the local community. 

 

"ferndale hoops: the comeback"

Comeback Season started immediately in the 2017-18 MHSAA basketball season. In the first game of the season for Brother Rice and Ferndale, in this game recap, the Eagles show their determination on the road by overcoming a late game deficit to come away with the win.

 

"from the sidelines, mic'd up"

Determined Series Presents an EXCLUSIVE "From The Sidelines" with one of the top teams in Michigan and East English Men's Basketball head coach Juan Rickman mic'd up in their last exhibition game before the start of the season against Wayne Memorial.

 

"the unifiedminds project pt. 2"

In Part Two, Ali gives us a tour through the entire home, including one room where a homicide took place that did not derail his initiative.

 

"the unifiedminds project: pt. 1"

A two part series, Andre Ali Morgan was a teenage felon who turned his life around as well as a blighted home on Detroit's west side into a resource center and art project, determined to create change in his community with few resources. He has successfully operated this home for over a year but it has come with its challenges.

 

"journey to mr. basketball - signing day" 

Committed to play basketball for the University Michigan, David DeJulius reveals why U of M is his dream school, what went behind his decision to become a Wolverine and the special message that he gave on his signing day. 

 

"Detroit PSL Championship Recap"

Determined Series features a highlight recap of the from the Detroit PSL Championship which featured some of the top teams in the city playing for the PSL title. 

**MUSIC BY GRAPHICMUZIK** 

 

"river rouge football pt. 2"

Determined Series shares the 2nd feature on River Rouge football in their home opener vs. Ecorse. The Panthers open on a brand new field and the celebration is unlike any other in the state. But one unfortunate play during the game hurt their State Championship run?

 

"river rouge football pt. 1"

The River Rouge Panthers football squad was ready to set the tone in the 2017 football season in week 1 at the Xenith Prep Kickoff Classic when they faced East English Village at Wayne State. They had some ground to gain after a strong start but their confidence wasn't shaken in this recap.

 

"A mother's love"

In honor of Mother's Day, we're sharing a special story of a mother's unconditional love. Zee Granberry's son, Terry Irby was a high school freshman in love with football and playing for Cass Tech. One day all that changed when he went from the football field to a dialysis machine in a matter of days as he waits for a kidney donor.

 

"heart over height"

Tom Brady put it perfectly when he said "They can't measure heart." Determined Series is proud to share the first chapter of this series from a true inspiration to anyone that's been labeled as "undersized" in any aspect of life.