Off the Rez (2011) | Native American Girls’ Basketball & the Rise of Shoni Schimmel

Off the Rez (2011) is an award-winning documentary by Hock Films that explores the powerful role of girls’ basketball in Native American communities. Centered around Shoni Schimmel, one of the most electrifying players ever to come from the reservation system, the film examines identity, opportunity, family, and the cultural weight carried by Native athletes as they move beyond the rez and onto the national stage. This documentary is shared for educational and historical purposes, with full credit to the original filmmakers. Director: Jeremy Williams Production company: Hock Films Year: 2014 World Premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 26, 2011. National broadcast premiere on TLC, Saturday May 14, 2011. Credits & Rights Film by Hock Films. Shared here for educational, cultural, and historical context. All rights remain with the original creators.