Swim Team: Sports and Social Emotional Well Being
This segment is the opening of the film where we meet the three main athletes in Swim Team, Mikey, Robbie, and Kelvin who each are on the autism spectrum. We learn about their dedication to the Jersey Hammerheads, the Special Olympics Swim Team established by Mikey’s parents, Michael and Maria McQuay, and the purpose and value of this swim team, and learn more background about Mikey’s story.
Previews + Extras
Swim Team: Sports and Perseverance
S30 E15 - 3m 17s
In Clip 2 we learn about some of the very personal challenges autism presents for Mikey and for Robbie as well as for their parents. We also learn a bit more of the background, and difficulties, Robbie and his mother are confronted with as he matures through his high school years.
Swim Team: The Impact of Sports
S30 E15 - 6m 16s
In Clip 3 we meet Kelvin, a teen with both autism and Tourette’s Syndrome. We also meet his parents and learn more about their journey in figuring out how best to support their son including the successful role of swimming in his life.
Swim Team: Special Olympics - Experiencing Success
S30 E15 - 2m 52s
In Clip 4 we witness the success of Mikey McQuay’s swimming as he is selected to participate in the national Special Olympics representing Team New Jersey.
Swim Team: Trailer
S30 E15 - 2m 4s
Swim Team chronicles the extraordinary rise of three diverse young athletes, capturing a moving quest for inclusion, independence and a life that feels winning.
Swim Team: Behind the Lens: Robbie Learns he's Autistic
S30 E15 - 1m 27s
Filmmaker Lara Stolman tells why she included the scene where Robbie learns he has Autism.
Swim Team: Why does this small town swim team matter?
S30 E15 - 1m 13s
Filmmaker Lara Stolman explains why the Jersey Hammerheads swim team is so unique.
Swim Team: Is Swim Team a film about autism?
S30 E15 - 1m 21s
Filmmaker Lara Stolman shares lessons learned from making Swim Team.
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