Netflix Set to Release a Film Documentary About Vols Ladies Softball Legend Monica Abbott Titled: “Fastest Arm in the South” — The Untold Story of Monica Abbott’s Power, Pressure & Perseverance, Premiering Globally on August 13, 2025
Hailed as the most dominant pitcher in NCAA softball history, Monica Abbott’s story is finally getting the spotlight it deserves. On August 13, 2025, Netflix will premiere “Fastest Arm in the South”, a compelling new documentary chronicling the life, legacy, and relentless drive of the Tennessee Volunteers legend.
Raised in the small town of Salinas, California, Abbott’s journey from humble beginnings to the pinnacle of collegiate and professional softball is a story of grit, sacrifice, and resilience. Standing 6-foot-3 with a blazing fastball clocked at over 77 mph, Abbott shattered NCAA records, including the all-time strikeout mark, and led the Lady Vols to their first-ever Women’s College World Series final in 2007. But behind her towering presence on the mound was a young woman navigating intense pressure, gender expectations, and the weight of greatness.
The film blends archival footage, emotional interviews with family, teammates, and coaches, and never-before-seen personal moments to paint an intimate portrait of an athlete whose impact transcends sports. Produced in collaboration with Netflix Sports and Emmy-winning director Ava Stone, the documentary captures Abbott’s influence on generations of young athletes and her continued legacy in professional softball and Team USA.
“Fastest Arm in the South” is more than a sports story — it’s a celebration of perseverance, power, and purpose. As the world tunes in this August, Monica Abbott’s inspiring journey will finally take its rightful place in the annals of sports history.
