The Winning Season

In this 2009 sports comedy-drama, Sam Rockwell stars as a down-and-out former basketball coach who is given a chance to redeem himself by coaching a high school girls’ basketball team. The film explores themes of redemption, teamwork, and personal growth as the coach and his team navigate their way through a challenging season. Directed by Jim Strouse, the movie balances humor and heartfelt moments, offering a fresh take on the sports genre. While it didn’t receive major awards, it features a strong performance by Rockwell. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.