Quantum Hoops 2007

Overview

Quantum Hoops is a 2007 American documentary film directed by Rick Greenwald that examines the athletic program at the California Institute of Technology. Unlike traditional sports films that focus on championship pursuits, this documentary follows the Caltech Beavers basketball team as they attempt to secure a single victory. The film chronicles the final week of the 2006 basketball season, a period defined by the team's ongoing struggle to overcome a 21-year losing streak. At the time of filming, the team had endured over 240 consecutive conference losses. The narrative highlights the contrast between the institution's status as a world-renowned academic center, home to Nobel Prize winners and significant advancements in science and technology, and its athletic department, which remains secondary to these academic achievements. The film features appearances by Brett Bush, Jordan Carlson, and Scott Davies. Released in the United States on November 2, 2007, the documentary has a runtime of one hour and twenty-five minutes.