Nickelodeon has launched a brand-new series of specials, Nickelodeon’s Game Changers, chronicling the personal stories of of athletes, and shedding light on their journeys and impact on their sport. The first Game Changers half-hour special premiered on Wednesday, October 22, and the following specials will premiere on consecutive Wednesdays, at 5:30 p.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon.
The first special, Game Changers: Atlassian Williams Racing, introduced viewers to Formula 1 racing with exclusive behind-the-scenes access, led by Atlassian Williams Racing superstar drivers Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon.
Coming up on October 29, Game Changers: Born to Dance spotlights ballerina Misty Copeland, cheerleader Quinton Peron and breakdancer Victor Montalvo. This segment explores what it means to be a dancer, as told through the stories from these athletes who have each defied expectations, broken rules and reshaped what dance can be—ultimately becoming trailblazers by staying true to themselves.
Watch an exclusive clip from tomorrow’s episode below.
On November 5, Game Changers: Chasing Goals will follow two talented young female soccer players. One from a neighborhood field, the other from a high-end club program. Through shared experiences both in culture and the sport, their journeys reveal how passion, grit, and identity connect them.
Game Changers: Mega Monster Jam will air on November 12 and is hosted by Sean Does Magic. This special will explore how Monster Jam changed the game by transforming monster trucks from fairground stunts into a global entertainment brand. Sean will uncover the game changing stories behind drivers Tyler Menninga (Grave Digger); Armando Castro (El Toro Loco), Kayla Blood (Sparkle Smash), and Camden Murphy (Classroom Crusher).
Nickelodeon’s Game Changers is executive produced by Ashley Kaplan, Luke Wahl, Paul J Medford and Jana Blumenthal from Nickelodeon Unscripted & Digital Studio.
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