SHE GOT GAME International Documentary Competition

Tennis might be the most glamorous and lucrative of all women’s sports. But as SHE GOT GAME shows, it also might be the most lonely and heartbreaking.

Bobbi Jo Krals and Abbey Jack Neidik’s absorbing documentary follows the journey of Sonya Jeyaseelan, ranked #47 in the world. She struggles daily to overcome injuries, end an interminable losing streak and confront a past that has robbed her of a normal childhood, a decent education and a nurturing family life. As many of her fellow players and old tennis academy friendsincluding Anna Kournikova, Jennifer (apriati and Amelie Mauresmo-move up the rankings, Jeyaseelan must wage a battle with herself that might be more formidable than any opponent she’s ever faced.

Touching and revealing, SHE GOT GAME brilliantly captures the perils and joys of women’s tennis-and of pursuing a dream.