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Changing Courts: The Jack Sock Story

Jack Sock, a Grand Slam champion and Olympic medalist, made his mark on the tennis world with power, skill, and personality. Now, he's embracing a new challenge — stepping into the fast-growing world of professional pickleball. Changing Courts follows his smooth but ambitious transition between sports, offering a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to start fresh while carrying a legacy. It’s a story about passion, adaptability, and the excitement of chasing something new.

  • Sam Ciurdar
    Director
  • Sam Ciurdar
    Producer
  • Josh Dunst
    Producer
  • Mike Barnes
    Executive Producers
  • Rob Barnes
    Executive Producers
  • Doug Thielen
    Executive Producers
  • Anthony Saraceni
    Executive Producers
  • Cooper Deck
    Executive Producers
  • Joshua Benjamin
    Cinematographer
  • Joshua Benjamin
    Editor
  • Becca Van Volkinburg
    Production Coordinators
  • Heidi Yount
    Production Coordinators
  • Craig Richard
    Camera Operators
  • Alex Gomez
    Camera Operators
  • Zach Wilson
    Camera Operators
  • Joshua Shelly
    Gaffers
  • Daniel Pitts
    Gaffers
  • Piotr Mokry
    Gaffers
  • Lolo Loren
    Sound Operators
  • Torin Browning
    Sound Operators
  • Kyle Whatnall
    Athlete & PR Managers
  • Aly Sumida
    Athlete & PR Managers
  • Jack Sock
    Featuring
  • Mike Wolf
    Featuring
  • Mike Barnes
    Featuring
  • Rob Barnes
    Featuring
  • John Isner
    Featuring
  • Larry Sock
    Featuring
  • Eric Sock
    Featuring
  • Eric Roddy
    Featuring
  • P.J. Woodward
    Featuring
  • Patrick Male
    Featuring
  • Project Type:
    Documentary
  • Runtime:
    25 minutes 12 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    October 21, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    67,784 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital, SONY FX3, SONY FX6
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Sam Ciurdar

Sam Ciurdar is a Romanian-American, award-winning filmmaker and commercial director based in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. With a strong visual voice and emotional storytelling style, Sam’s work spans narrative film, music videos, and branded content. His short films have earned multiple awards and screened at festivals worldwide, while his music videos have aired on both MTV and CMT.

Beyond narrative work, Sam has directed commercials and campaigns for global brands including Google, Amazon, Starbucks, Infiniti, Mazda, Sony, and Bose. He is currently developing his debut feature film, continuing to blend striking visuals with human stories that resonate long after the credits roll.

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Director Statement

Changing Courts began with a simple curiosity: what drives someone at the top of their game to start over? In Jack Sock, I saw more than an elite athlete — I saw a human story about change, risk, and rediscovery. This documentary isn't just about tennis or pickleball; it's about identity, legacy, and the courage it takes to rewrite your narrative in front of the world. As a filmmaker, I was drawn to the rawness of that transition — the moments of doubt, the quiet triumphs, and the resilience it takes to begin again. My hope is that Changing Courts resonates far beyond sports — as a story for anyone standing at the edge of something new.