Netflix, ESPN, and Guinness World Records Unite for Groundbreaking Documentary Honoring Purdue Legend Gene Keady — A Deep Dive Into a Career That Redefined College Basketball Excellence
In a monumental collaboration set to captivate sports fans across the globe, Netflix, ESPN, and Guinness World Records have joined forces to produce a powerful new documentary chronicling the life, legacy, and unparalleled coaching career of Gene Keady, the legendary former Purdue Boilermakers men’s basketball coach. The film, titled “Keady: Built from Grit,” is being hailed as an emotional tribute to one of college basketball’s most iconic and respected figures.
With his signature comb-over, fierce competitiveness, and unmatched devotion to his players, Gene Keady became the face of Purdue basketball for 25 seasons. Amassing over 500 wins, six Big Ten titles, and multiple Coach of the Year honors, Keady wasn’t just a winner—he was a builder of character, a leader of men, and a fierce advocate for discipline and heart over flash and fame.
“He didn’t just coach basketball—he coached life,” says former player and NBA coach Matt Painter, who carries forward Keady’s legacy in West Lafayette. “You didn’t leave Gene Keady’s program the same way you came in—he shaped you.”
The documentary will feature never-before-seen footage, including archival locker room moments, exclusive interviews with former players, rival coaches, and family members, as well as personal reflections from Keady himself. It also dives into the profound influence he had on the game, mentoring a long list of future coaching legends and setting the foundation for Purdue’s continued success in modern college hoops.
What sets “Keady: Built from Grit” apart is its recognition by Guinness World Records, which will officially honor Keady for his status as the winningest coach in Purdue history, and for being one of the few coaches in NCAA history to win more than 250 conference games.
Produced with cinematic excellence, the film explores not just the wins and accolades, but the emotional toll, personal sacrifices, and unwavering loyalty Keady showed to his players, university, and the game itself.
As the documentary’s release date approaches, excitement is building in the basketball community and beyond. For Purdue fans, it’s more than a film—it’s a celebration of a titan who turned Boilermaker grit into basketball greatness, and whose influence continues to ripple through the game to this day.
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