It’s official: Netflix is set to shine the spotlight on one of the most electrifying players college basketball has ever seen. A new documentary honoring BYU legend Jimmer Fredette will premiere later this year, and Cougar Nation couldn’t be more excited.
For BYU fans, Jimmer isn’t just a name—he’s an era. His senior season in 2011 turned Provo into the center of the basketball world. Every game felt like a national event as Fredette pulled up from deep, breaking records and defenses alike. He finished his career as the Naismith Player of the Year, led BYU to the Sweet 16, and earned the kind of national fame few college players ever reach. “Jimmermania” wasn’t just hype—it was history.
The Netflix film will reportedly cover Fredette’s rise from Glen Falls, New York, to his unforgettable run at BYU, and then into his unique professional journey—NBA stints, international dominance, and his recent 3×3 basketball stardom. It’s not just a sports story—it’s a human one, showing the pressure of sudden fame, the faith that guided him, and the lasting impact he’s had on college hoops.
BYU fans have long argued that Jimmer’s influence went beyond the scoreboard. He inspired kids to shoot from anywhere on the court, gave BYU national relevance on ESPN every week, and became a symbol of what happens when confidence meets preparation. The documentary will give that story the worldwide platform it deserves.
For Cougar Nation, it’s a chance to relive the magic. For basketball fans everywhere, it’s a reminder of a player who made the game feel limitless.
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💬 Discussion:
What’s your favorite Jimmer Fredette memory at BYU?
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