An awkward 6-footer teen is forced to learn and play volleyball half-heartedly when the Catholic school she transferred to did not have a basketball team. Everything changes when she encounters the star player of their rival school, making her question if she wants to be like her, or be with her.
A female-centric film hinged on a well - loved sport, ROOKIE explores the sens itive yet timely i s sues of gender inequality, mi sogyny, and the objectification of women in male-dominated spaces . It shows how empowering and educating girl s of their right s early on teaches them that banding together against sexist men can turn the most terrifying moments into brave decisions .