Yes, this is the same script. I paid to coraborate with an experienced screenplay writer to tell what I think is a great story. Hopefully others will fee the same...
I plan to continue working with the writer on this for rewrites, etc.
Ethical problems? I think things are getting lost in translation. I am looking to get my script into the hands of someone in a position to help further my project. I think contests could be one of a few way of pursuing that.
I’m just an aging athlete with a story that so personally feel is worthy of telling. There are many athletes that have gone on to do this. They did not necessarily write their own script.