About Double Teamed

"Double Teamed" is a Disney Channel Original Movie, released in 2002, which tells the inspiring story of Heather and Heidi Burge, two athletes who went on to become professional basketball players in the WNBA. The movie is based on their actual experiences, detailing their transition from high school to college and then to the professional league. In the beginning, they just planned to continue their education without major distractions, but their father's love for sports and their considerable talent for volleyball and basketball led them down a different path.

Making/Production

The movie was directed by Duwayne Dunham and was produced by Christopher Morgan and Don Schain. It was filmed on a budget of approximately $5.1 million and most of the shooting was done in Salt Lake City, Utah. Basketball scenes for the movie were choreographed by sports choreographer Reuben Feels.

Actors

• Poppi Monroe played Heather Burge. Poppi portrayed the resilient and ambitious spirit of Heather commendably, making her a treat to watch on screen.
• Annie McElwain played Heidi Burge. Annie perfectly captured Heidi's strong-willed nature and her determination to excel.
• Teal Redmann played in the movie as Nikki Williams and dramatically presented the character's initial resistance and later friendship with the twins.

Trivia/Interesting Facts

• The title "Double Teamed" is a basketball term which refers to two defenders guarding one player closely.
• The movie was mainly meant for television release, premiere on Disney Channel on January 18, 2002.
• Though it was a biographical movie of real-life athletes, the producers took some creative liberties to add to the storyline.

Quotes

• "You don't get anywhere by only giving 75%" - Heather Burge
• "You don't get to be a better player by playing with people worse than you." - Heidi Burge
• "Feel the fear and do it anyway." - Larry Burge

Music, Soundtrack

• The movie featured a variety of songs, but none were officially released as part of a soundtrack for the movie.