Her Best Move

Her Best Move

Year: 2007

Runtime: 101 mins

Language: English

Director: Norm Hunter

FamilyComedyDrama

Fifteen‑year‑old soccer prodigy Sara Davis lands an opportunity to try out for the U.S. National Team, but the prospect forces her to balance demanding high‑school coursework, a budding romance, intense training, and her parents’ expectations as she learns to set her own priorities.

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1

Sara earns a spot on the varsity soccer team

As a talented freshman, Sara quickly proves herself and earns a place on the varsity team for her sophomore year, with her father Gil looking on and dreaming of future national-level success. She grapples with the pressure to improve and live up to high expectations set by those around her. The milestone marks the start of a season where her talent is tested against stronger competitors.

Between freshman and sophomore year School soccer field
2

Family ambitions and support

Gil's dream of guiding Sara toward the U.S. National Team becomes a central thread for the family as her abilities grow. Julia tries to keep life grounded, stressing school and balance over pure sport. The dynamic sets the stage for a season where ambition and family loyalties collide.

Early high school years Family home
3

A rough game and a setback

After a rough game where teamwork is criticized, Sara faces the sting of not being initially selected for the team. She confronts the disappointment and begins to push her social boundaries to cope. The setback drives her to rethink her place in school and within the sport.

During a season Practice field
4

Dancing to keep balance

Sara tests her social boundaries by joining a dance group through Tutti, hoping to broaden connections beyond soccer. The spring performance clashes with her soccer schedule, heightening the struggle to balance commitments. The conflict underscores how multi-faceted her life is off the field.

Same season as setback Dance studio
5

A fiery cafeteria moment

In a provocative cafeteria moment, Sara dumps a tray of food to dismiss a harsh critic, showcasing her fiery resolve. The stunt signals her willingness to take control of a situation, even when it risks backlash. It also reveals how heated the season has become for her.

Soon after the dance decision School cafeteria
6

A new opening and a push from home

The next day, Gil arrives with news of another opening on the national team, offering a glimmer of hope for Sara's prospects. Julia encourages him to connect with Sara in ways beyond the sport, signaling a broader approach to her development. The family starts to view her opportunities as stepping stones rather than anything purely personal.

Day after cafeteria incident Home
7

National team scouts arrive

National Team scouts attend practice, signaling Sara's rising profile and the team's broader reach. Regina proves to be a formidable rival, pushing Sara to prove herself and stand out. The intensity of the competition sharpens as the season progresses.

During practice Practice field
8

A spark with Josh

A student photographer, Josh, notices Sara, and they share a brief, charged conversation that hints at a budding connection. Tutti fills Sara in on Josh's backstory—homeschooled and now a year ahead—and the two begin to see each other in a new light. Josh later invites Sara to photograph at a special place, hinting at a shared artistic moment beyond the game. The budding romance adds a new layer of pressure to her schedule.

Early period of rising attention School campus
9

A day of juggling practice, dance, and a crash

Sara grapples with a hectic day that involves practice, a dance audition, and a bike crash on her way home heightening the sense that balance is a constant struggle. The busy day becomes a microcosm of how many facets of her life pull her in different directions. It also tests her resilience and commitment to both sport and personal growth.

Mid-season Practice field, dance studio, and street
10

The darkroom kiss and Spring Fling invitation

In the darkroom, Sara and Josh share a kiss, signaling a deepening personal connection amid their respective schedules. Josh invites Sara to the Spring Fling dance, adding a romantic thread to an already intense season. The moment complicates her choices as she negotiates expectations from teammates, family, and herself.

Shortly after meeting Darkroom
11

Semi-final tensions and team dynamics

In the semi-final, Sara's squad wins but the coach notes a lack of cohesion, revealing underlying tension between Regina and Sara. Tutti's playful text about Josh fuels Regina's envy, and Josh asks Regina to cut Sara some slack, prompting friction. Regina accuses Sara of complaining that he kisses badly, and Josh retreats, unsure how to navigate the rift.

Semi-final Semi-final stadium
12

Misunderstandings and a frosty distance

Sara seeks out Josh to understand his distance, but he remains distant and even cancels the dance invitation. Julia and Tutti renew their support, helping Sara navigate the misunderstanding, while Josh's assumption that she is leaving for Florida for training drives a wedge between them. The tension tests Sara's resolve and pushes her to prioritize the team over romance.

Post-semi-final School and Josh's perspective
13

The finale: choosing the team

In the finale, Sara chooses the team over personal glory and helps Regina score the winning goal, earning Regina a spot on the national team and leaving Josh with the mistaken belief that Sara is headed to Florida for training. The moment solidifies the team's cohesion and places the focus on Sara's growth as a player beyond her individual ambitions. The victory marks a turning point for Regina's future and Sara's own journey together.

Finale Final game
14

Family reconciliation and a hopeful ending

Gil and Julia reconcile at the game, validating the family's willingness to support Sara through growing pains. Sara races to find Josh after the finale, hoping to start a real relationship as the season ends. The ending leaves open possibilities for balance between sport, romance, and family.

Ending Stadium / sideline

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