Gary the Tennis Coach: Balls Out
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This raunchy comedy starring Seann William Scott and Randy Quaid, from the director of Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle and Dude Where's My Car, tells the story of Gary Houseman (Scott), an overenthusiastic high school janitor. When the school's acting coach suddenly dies, Gary steps up to take on the challenge of leading the school's loser tennis team to the state finals.
The new coach, a brash and often insulting figure, is determined to not only lead the team to victory but also to empower them to stand up for themselves. His unconventional coaching methods, such as using a pre-game stripper to motivate the star player, may raise eyebrows but his intentions are genuine. After all, sometimes playing hard-ball requires a bold approach.
As the team trains and prepares for the finals, Gary's unorthodox coaching style begins to make an impact. The underdog team starts to believe in themselves and their abilities, thanks to the coach's tough love and unconventional tactics. With Gary's guidance, the team learns that winning is about more than just skill – it's about confidence, determination, and teamwork.
Despite facing numerous challenges and setbacks, including skepticism from the school administration and rival teams, Gary and his team of misfits continue to push forward. Their journey to the state finals is not just about winning a tennis match; it's about proving to themselves and others that they are capable of achieving greatness.
In the end, as the team faces off against their toughest opponents yet, it becomes clear that Gary's coaching has had a profound impact on each player. Win or lose, they have already won by learning to believe in themselves and never giving up. With heart, humor, and a touch of irreverence, this comedy reminds us that sometimes the biggest victories come from the most unexpected places.
product information:
Attribute | Value | ||||
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aspect_ratio | 2.40 | ||||
mpaa_rating | R (Restricted) | ||||
product_dimensions | 7.75 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches; 3.2 ounces | ||||
director | Danny Leiner | ||||
media_format | Multiple Formats, AC-3, Dolby, Dubbed, Widescreen, Color, Subtitled, NTSC | ||||
run_time | 1 hour and 33 minutes | ||||
release_date | January 13, 2009 | ||||
actors | Seann Scott, Randy Quaid, Anthony David Miles, Leonor Varela, Brando Eaton | ||||
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producers | Seann Scott, John Penotti, Michael Nathanson | ||||
studio | Sony Pictures Home Entertainment | ||||
number_of_discs | 1 | ||||
best_sellers_rank | #111,793 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV) #1,723 in Sports (Movies & TV) #12,423 in Comedy (Movies & TV) | ||||
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