Episodes
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United in Grief
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TODAY IS THE DAY – Spencer (Daniel Ezra) comes face to face with his grief and those he loves are collateral damage as he spirals into a person almost unrecognizable. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) tries to step up as a leader but no one's following, JJ (Hunter Clowdus) makes a shocking appearance, and Layla (Greta Onieogou) urges Patience (Chelsea Tavares) to beware of her #1 fan. Also starring Samantha Logan, Bre-Z, Monet Mazur, Cody Christian and Karimah Westbrook. Avi Youabian directed the episode written by Adrian Dukes
...TODAY IS THE DAY – Spencer (Daniel Ezra) comes face to face with his grief and those he loves are collateral damage as he spirals into a person almost unrecognizable. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) tries to step up as a leader but no one's following, JJ (Hunter Clowdus) makes a shocking appearance, and Layla (Greta Onieogou) urges Patience (Chelsea Tavares) to beware of her #1 fan. Also starring Samantha Logan, Bre-Z, Monet Mazur, Cody Christian and Karimah Westbrook. Avi Youabian directed the episode written by Adrian Dukes (#515). Original airdate 3/27/2023.
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Make Me Proud
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Despite his grief, Jordan (Micheal Evans Behling) attempts to man up in his dad’s absence, but when Billy’s death is used to garner positive attention for the struggling GAU football program, Jordan is left wondering if his legacy is only to live in his father’s shadow. Back at the Baker house, no one knows how to confront Laura’s (Monet Mazur) excessive den-mothering, and Patience (Chelsea Tavares) gets ready for her extravagant video premiere event. Jes Macallen directed the episode written by Robert D. Doty (#514). Original
...Despite his grief, Jordan (Micheal Evans Behling) attempts to man up in his dad’s absence, but when Billy’s death is used to garner positive attention for the struggling GAU football program, Jordan is left wondering if his legacy is only to live in his father’s shadow. Back at the Baker house, no one knows how to confront Laura’s (Monet Mazur) excessive den-mothering, and Patience (Chelsea Tavares) gets ready for her extravagant video premiere event. Jes Macallen directed the episode written by Robert D. Doty (#514). Original airdate 3/20/23.
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Time
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The Choices We Make - In an attempt to avoid one big life decision about his relationship with Olivia (Samantha Logan), Spencer (Daniel Ezra) decides to attend the Crenshaw combine with Jordan (Michael Evans Behling), even if it means having to avoid another big issue…being in the same place as Billy (Taye Diggs). Meanwhile, Layla (Greta Onieogou) clashes with her father over a decision she made about Keating Records, Olivia contends with success behind a pseudonym, Preach (Kareem Grimes) gets a surprise visit from Amina (guest
...The Choices We Make - In an attempt to avoid one big life decision about his relationship with Olivia (Samantha Logan), Spencer (Daniel Ezra) decides to attend the Crenshaw combine with Jordan (Michael Evans Behling), even if it means having to avoid another big issue…being in the same place as Billy (Taye Diggs). Meanwhile, Layla (Greta Onieogou) clashes with her father over a decision she made about Keating Records, Olivia contends with success behind a pseudonym, Preach (Kareem Grimes) gets a surprise visit from Amina (guest star Ella Simone Tabu) and Asher (Cody Christian) receives some life changing news. Despite how the day begins, no one is prepared for how it ends. Also starring Bre-Z, Monet Mazur and Karimah Westbrook. Dawn Wilkinson directed the episode written by John A. Norris (#511). Original airdate 2/13/2023.
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"O.P.P."
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TRUST ISSUES - While Billy (Taye Diggs) preps his team for the combine, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) hears some news that leaves him rattled. Asher (Cody Christian) steps up to help Jaymee (guest star Miya Horcher) following her hospital visit but wishes he could do more, so Layla (Greta Onieogou) devises a clever plan that involves some unlikely couples ending up on unconventional dates. A plan that could also prove helpful to Olivia (Samantha Logan). Meanwhile Coop (Bre-Z) helps Preach (Kareem J. Grimes) prepare for his custody
...TRUST ISSUES - While Billy (Taye Diggs) preps his team for the combine, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) hears some news that leaves him rattled. Asher (Cody Christian) steps up to help Jaymee (guest star Miya Horcher) following her hospital visit but wishes he could do more, so Layla (Greta Onieogou) devises a clever plan that involves some unlikely couples ending up on unconventional dates. A plan that could also prove helpful to Olivia (Samantha Logan). Meanwhile Coop (Bre-Z) helps Preach (Kareem J. Grimes) prepare for his custody trial and Jordan is torn about how to handle a confrontation between Layla and Clay (guest star Deric Augustine). Also starring Hunter Clowdus. David Crabtree directed the episode written by Mike Herro and David Strauss (#510). Original airdate 2/6/2023.
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Feel It In The Air
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BLOWN AWAY – When the Santa Ana winds blow into town, they seem to confirm Billy’s (Taye Diggs) theory that they are a bad omen after he faces multiple setbacks. Spencer (Daniel Ezra) convinces a reluctant ally to speak their truth, but it doesn’t come without consequences. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) finds himself juggling too many secrets and accidentally lets one slip. Olivia (Samantha Logan) throws herself into moving on and comes to an unexpected realization. Meanwhile, Skye (guest star Madison Shamoun) offers to help
...BLOWN AWAY – When the Santa Ana winds blow into town, they seem to confirm Billy’s (Taye Diggs) theory that they are a bad omen after he faces multiple setbacks. Spencer (Daniel Ezra) convinces a reluctant ally to speak their truth, but it doesn’t come without consequences. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) finds himself juggling too many secrets and accidentally lets one slip. Olivia (Samantha Logan) throws herself into moving on and comes to an unexpected realization. Meanwhile, Skye (guest star Madison Shamoun) offers to help Patience (Chelsea Royce Taveras) with her social media, leaving Coop’s (Bre-Z) and Skye’s relationship dynamic to change. Also starring Greta Onieogou and Monet Mazur. David McWhirter directed the episode written by Obiageli Odimegwu. (#509). Original airdate 1/30/2023.
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Feel So Good
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DIFFERENT PLACES – When Laura (Monet Mazur) throws Billy (Taye Diggs) a surprise birthday party, everyone comes together to roast Billy, but Billy has a looming decision hanging over his head. Spencer (Daniel Ezra) makes an effort to do what’s best for himself, hoping it helps Olivia (Samantha Logan) and him take a step towards moving on. Jayme (guest star Miya Horcher) offers some sage advice to Asher (Cody Christian) about his speech with JJ (Hunter Clowdus), but she ignores her own about watching out for red flags.
...DIFFERENT PLACES – When Laura (Monet Mazur) throws Billy (Taye Diggs) a surprise birthday party, everyone comes together to roast Billy, but Billy has a looming decision hanging over his head. Spencer (Daniel Ezra) makes an effort to do what’s best for himself, hoping it helps Olivia (Samantha Logan) and him take a step towards moving on. Jayme (guest star Miya Horcher) offers some sage advice to Asher (Cody Christian) about his speech with JJ (Hunter Clowdus), but she ignores her own about watching out for red flags. Meanwhile, Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) and Layla (Greta Onieogou) get in their first fight over something neither of them could have predicted. Ryan Zaragoza directed the episode written by Carrie Gutenberg. (#508). Original airdate 01/23/2023.
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Hate It or Love It
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WHAT’S NEXT – Hustling to manage the fallout after some shocking news, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) reaches out to Billy (Taye Diggs) for help while Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) contemplates where his priorities are. Olivia feels conflicted about how to balance feelings about work and family. Layla (Greta Onieogou) helps Patience (Chelsea Tavares) with a professional crisis after hitting a major social media landmark. Meanwhile, Coop’s (Bre-Z) first day of auditing law classes doesn’t go as she thought it would. Jes Macallan
...WHAT’S NEXT – Hustling to manage the fallout after some shocking news, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) reaches out to Billy (Taye Diggs) for help while Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) contemplates where his priorities are. Olivia feels conflicted about how to balance feelings about work and family. Layla (Greta Onieogou) helps Patience (Chelsea Tavares) with a professional crisis after hitting a major social media landmark. Meanwhile, Coop’s (Bre-Z) first day of auditing law classes doesn’t go as she thought it would. Jes Macallan directed the episode written by Jameal Turner (#507). Original airdate 11/28/2022.
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Can't Nobody Hold Me Down
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PERSISTANCE – After what happens at the press conference, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) and Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) try to secure as many commitments before the end of National Signing Day to help their team. Asher (Cody Christian) tries to capitalize on the unfortunate opportunity by swaying some new recruits with an assist from an unlikely source. Olivia (Samantha Logan) is torn on how to publish her article while also protecting those she loves. Patience (Chelsea Tavares) is pushed outside her comfort zone while shooting a
...PERSISTANCE – After what happens at the press conference, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) and Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) try to secure as many commitments before the end of National Signing Day to help their team. Asher (Cody Christian) tries to capitalize on the unfortunate opportunity by swaying some new recruits with an assist from an unlikely source. Olivia (Samantha Logan) is torn on how to publish her article while also protecting those she loves. Patience (Chelsea Tavares) is pushed outside her comfort zone while shooting a music video. Meanwhile, Jordan and JJ (Hunter Clowdus) throw a party that escalates and ends with Jordan witnessing a rude awakening. Charissa Sanjarernsuithikul directed the episode written by Micah Cyrus. (#506). Original airdate 11/21/2022.
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I Need Love
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CRUCIAL MISTAKE – Still not satisfied with her article, Olivia (Samantha Logan) gets Billy’s (Taye Diggs) help to find the missing piece before her deadline. JJ (Hunter Clowdus) ropes Spencer (Daniel Ezra) and Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) into a Valentine’s Day fraternity speed dating event, which leaves Jordan questioning what’s really happening between him and Layla (Greta Onieogou). Coop (Bre-Z) has an opportunity to audit a law class but faces stiff competition for the coveted spot. Meanwhile, JJ begins to wonder if Asher
...CRUCIAL MISTAKE – Still not satisfied with her article, Olivia (Samantha Logan) gets Billy’s (Taye Diggs) help to find the missing piece before her deadline. JJ (Hunter Clowdus) ropes Spencer (Daniel Ezra) and Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) into a Valentine’s Day fraternity speed dating event, which leaves Jordan questioning what’s really happening between him and Layla (Greta Onieogou). Coop (Bre-Z) has an opportunity to audit a law class but faces stiff competition for the coveted spot. Meanwhile, JJ begins to wonder if Asher (Cody Christian) is using recruiting as a ploy to get JJ to take off season seriously. Michael Schultz directed the episode written by John A. Norris. (#505). Original airdate 11/14/2022.
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Turn Down for What
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UNRESOLVED ISSUES – With Grace (Karimah Westbrook) and Carter’s (Lamon Archey) wedding right around the corner, antics ensue. While Denise (guest star Alexis Fields) and Laura (Monet Mazur) kidnap Grace for a surprise bachelorette party, Preach (guest star Kareem Grimes) and Billy (Taye Diggs) take Carter out for drinks, and everyone ends the night with more than they bargained for. JJ (Hunter Clowdus) puts together another Vortex game night with Spencer (Daniel Ezra), Jordan (Michael Evans Behling), Layla (Greta Onieogou), and
...UNRESOLVED ISSUES – With Grace (Karimah Westbrook) and Carter’s (Lamon Archey) wedding right around the corner, antics ensue. While Denise (guest star Alexis Fields) and Laura (Monet Mazur) kidnap Grace for a surprise bachelorette party, Preach (guest star Kareem Grimes) and Billy (Taye Diggs) take Carter out for drinks, and everyone ends the night with more than they bargained for. JJ (Hunter Clowdus) puts together another Vortex game night with Spencer (Daniel Ezra), Jordan (Michael Evans Behling), Layla (Greta Onieogou), and Olivia (Samantha Logan) that goes awry when secrets are aired. Meanwhile, Coop (Bre-Z) is coming to terms with some disappointing news. Christine Swanson directed the episode written by Adrian Dukes. (#504). Original airdate 11/7/2022.
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Feeling Myself
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ON THE HUNT – When Spencer (Daniel Ezra) joins Olivia (Samantha Logan) in her quest to get former players to talk about Coach Garrett (guest star Sean Carrigan), things start to become real for them. With Jordan’s (Michael Evans Behling) encouragement, Layla (Greta Onieogou) agrees to attend a red carpet with Patience (Chelsea Tavares), but Patience is still learning the ins and outs of these exclusive events. Spencer notices that Grace (Karimah Westbrook) is doing a lot of wedding things solo, so he comes up with a solution to
...ON THE HUNT – When Spencer (Daniel Ezra) joins Olivia (Samantha Logan) in her quest to get former players to talk about Coach Garrett (guest star Sean Carrigan), things start to become real for them. With Jordan’s (Michael Evans Behling) encouragement, Layla (Greta Onieogou) agrees to attend a red carpet with Patience (Chelsea Tavares), but Patience is still learning the ins and outs of these exclusive events. Spencer notices that Grace (Karimah Westbrook) is doing a lot of wedding things solo, so he comes up with a solution to make her feel special. Asher (Cody Christian) gets an opportunity to take the next step in his career by going on a recruiting trip. Meanwhile, Coop (Bre-Z) gets too involved in a case at work, leading Laura (Monet Mazur) to step in. Geoff Shotz directed the episode written by Robert D. Doty (#503). Original airdate 10/24/2022.
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Don't Sweat the Technique
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THE HARD TRUTH – With Spencer’s (Daniel Ezra) life hitting a rocky point, he takes some advice from JJ (Hunter Clowdus) and Coop (Bre-Z) to embrace college life. Olivia (Samantha Logan) and Billy’s (Taye Diggs) suspicions about Coach Garrett (guest star Sean Carrigan) resurface and cause tension between them and Jordan (Michael Evans Behling). Layla (Greta Onieogou) makes a power play that catches an unsuspecting Patience (Chelsea Tavares) off-guard. Meanwhile, Asher (Cody Christian) struggles with trying to be JJ’s coach and
...THE HARD TRUTH – With Spencer’s (Daniel Ezra) life hitting a rocky point, he takes some advice from JJ (Hunter Clowdus) and Coop (Bre-Z) to embrace college life. Olivia (Samantha Logan) and Billy’s (Taye Diggs) suspicions about Coach Garrett (guest star Sean Carrigan) resurface and cause tension between them and Jordan (Michael Evans Behling). Layla (Greta Onieogou) makes a power play that catches an unsuspecting Patience (Chelsea Tavares) off-guard. Meanwhile, Asher (Cody Christian) struggles with trying to be JJ’s coach and maintaining their friendship. Kelli Williams directed the episode written by Mike Herro & David Strauss (#502). Original airdate 10/17/2022.
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Ludacrismas
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SEASON PREMIERE – With everyone on holiday break, Spencer (Daniel Ezra), decides to throw an epic Christmas party, with the help of JJ (Hunter Clowdus) and Asher (Cody Christian), as an excuse to bring him and Olivia (Samantha Logan) closer. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) gets news about his hand, but he isn’t sure what to do. After weeks of research, Olivia and Billy (Taye Diggs) think they may have a breakthrough on their investigation. Layla (Greta Onieogou) decides to take matters into her own hands to get her dad’s company
...SEASON PREMIERE – With everyone on holiday break, Spencer (Daniel Ezra), decides to throw an epic Christmas party, with the help of JJ (Hunter Clowdus) and Asher (Cody Christian), as an excuse to bring him and Olivia (Samantha Logan) closer. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) gets news about his hand, but he isn’t sure what to do. After weeks of research, Olivia and Billy (Taye Diggs) think they may have a breakthrough on their investigation. Layla (Greta Onieogou) decides to take matters into her own hands to get her dad’s company back. Meanwhile, Coop (Bre-Z) feels replaced when Laura (Monet Mazur) makes a change in the office, which makes Coop think about her future. Nikhil Paniz directed the episode written by Nkechi Okoro Carroll & Carrie Gutenberg (#501). Original airdate 10/10/2022.
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Champagne Glasses
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TRANSITIONS – After an intense ending to the Halloween party, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) tries his best to compartmentalize everything and focus on the big Homecoming game. Much to Laura’s (Monet Mazur) dismay, Billy (Taye Diggs) and Olivia (Samantha Logan) set out on a mission to do what they think is right, which leads them to learn more than they anticipated. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) makes it known in what he wants but is met with resistance, and Layla (Greta Onieogou) gets an unexpected bombshell at work. Coop (Bre-Z)...TRANSITIONS – After an intense ending to the Halloween party, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) tries his best to compartmentalize everything and focus on the big Homecoming game. Much to Laura’s (Monet Mazur) dismay, Billy (Taye Diggs) and Olivia (Samantha Logan) set out on a mission to do what they think is right, which leads them to learn more than they anticipated. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) makes it known in what he wants but is met with resistance, and Layla (Greta Onieogou) gets an unexpected bombshell at work. Coop (Bre-Z) is at an emotional crossroads and Asher (Cody Christian) learns the power of adjustments. Meanwhile, Grace (Karimah Westbrook) gets a life changing offer she may not be able to refuse. David McWhirter directed the episode written by Jameal Turner (#420). Original airdate 5/23/2022. -
Murder Was the Case
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FIGHTING FOR FRIENDSHIPS – With Spencer (Daniel Ezra) and Asher’s (Cody Christian) tension at an all-time high, JJ (Hunter Clowdus) plans a party for the gang. Olivia (Samantha Logan) goes against her instinct about an article causing friction between her and Spencer. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) is trying to hide his feeling by making some uncharacteristic choices that doesn’t go unnoticed by his friends. Coop (Bre-Z) is thriving in her new job, leaving Patience (Chelsea Tavares) to see a new side of Coop. Meanwhile,...FIGHTING FOR FRIENDSHIPS – With Spencer (Daniel Ezra) and Asher’s (Cody Christian) tension at an all-time high, JJ (Hunter Clowdus) plans a party for the gang. Olivia (Samantha Logan) goes against her instinct about an article causing friction between her and Spencer. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) is trying to hide his feeling by making some uncharacteristic choices that doesn’t go unnoticed by his friends. Coop (Bre-Z) is thriving in her new job, leaving Patience (Chelsea Tavares) to see a new side of Coop. Meanwhile, Grace (Karimah Westbrook) joins Billy (Taye Diggs) on his all-nighter of protecting the school from the Halloween vandal and shares some news of her own with him. Ryan Zaragoza directed the episode written by John A. Norris (#419). Original airdate 5/16/2022. -
Came Back for You
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SEEING THINGS DIFFERENTLY – Spencer (Daniel Ezra) is ready to take the next step in his NIL journey, but everything could be at risk before it has a chance to get started. Olivia (Samantha Logan) gets caught up in her story and quickly learns it could cost her everything. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) gets a surprise that throws a wrench into his plans with Layla (Greta Onieogou). Billy (Taye Diggs) is worried about his job and gets some sage advice that leads him to come up with a new plan. Meanwhile, Coop (Bre-Z) and...SEEING THINGS DIFFERENTLY – Spencer (Daniel Ezra) is ready to take the next step in his NIL journey, but everything could be at risk before it has a chance to get started. Olivia (Samantha Logan) gets caught up in her story and quickly learns it could cost her everything. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) gets a surprise that throws a wrench into his plans with Layla (Greta Onieogou). Billy (Taye Diggs) is worried about his job and gets some sage advice that leads him to come up with a new plan. Meanwhile, Coop (Bre-Z) and Laura (Monet Mazur) realize they could help each other in an unexpected way. Crystle Roberson directed the episode written by Nkechi Okoro Carroll & Jennifer A. King (#418). Original airdate 5/09/2022. -
Hate Me Now
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REEVALUATING – Spencer (Daniel Ezra) and Olivia (Samantha Logan) are forced to acknowledge how much they have changed after some quality time together doesn’t go smoothly putting a strain on their relationship. On a road trip to San Diego, Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) helps Layla (Greta Onieogou) to gain the courage to get the closure she needs. Asher (Cody Christian) turns to Billy (Taye Diggs) for advice after he gets a big opportunity that might cost him more than he bargained for when it comes to his friendships. ...REEVALUATING – Spencer (Daniel Ezra) and Olivia (Samantha Logan) are forced to acknowledge how much they have changed after some quality time together doesn’t go smoothly putting a strain on their relationship. On a road trip to San Diego, Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) helps Layla (Greta Onieogou) to gain the courage to get the closure she needs. Asher (Cody Christian) turns to Billy (Taye Diggs) for advice after he gets a big opportunity that might cost him more than he bargained for when it comes to his friendships. Meanwhile, Coop (Bre-Z) and Patience (Chelsea Tavares) come to an agreement on how to navigate their new situation. Sheelin Choksey directed the episode written by Obiageli Odimegwu & Spencer Paysinger (#417). Original airdate 5/2/2022. -
Labels
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DEFINING YOURSELF – With some heat on Spencer (Daniel Ezra), he must figure out what his NIL brand, but he discovers he isn’t the only one having a problem with discovering who they are. Olivia’s (Samantha Logan) story makes things complicated for Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) and potentially for her as well. Patience (Chelsea Tavares) has a release party for her new album and things get awkward for her and Coop (Bre-Z.) Billy (Taye Diggs) struggles to balance everything going on with his life. Meanwhile, Layla (Greta Onieogou)
...DEFINING YOURSELF – With some heat on Spencer (Daniel Ezra), he must figure out what his NIL brand, but he discovers he isn’t the only one having a problem with discovering who they are. Olivia’s (Samantha Logan) story makes things complicated for Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) and potentially for her as well. Patience (Chelsea Tavares) has a release party for her new album and things get awkward for her and Coop (Bre-Z.) Billy (Taye Diggs) struggles to balance everything going on with his life. Meanwhile, Layla (Greta Onieogou) and Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) are forced to face their past demons when they get locked in Layla’s recording studio, which tests their friendship. James Lafferty directed the episode written by Mike Herro & David Strauss (#416). Original airdate 4/25/2022.
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C.R.E.A.M (Cash Rules Everything Around Me)
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IT’S NOT ALL WHAT IT SEEMS – After Spencer (Daniel Ezra) sees some teammates landing lucrative NIL deals, his ambitions for them continues to grow. Jordan’s (Michael Evans Behling) new friendship with some teammates becomes more complicated than he imagined. Olivia (Samantha Logan) gets a new perspective for her NIL piece after not giving up and following her gut. Asher (Cody Christian) and the crew get a new perspective about their group dynamic from an outsider. Meanwhile, Coop (Bre-Z) jumps to conclusions while...IT’S NOT ALL WHAT IT SEEMS – After Spencer (Daniel Ezra) sees some teammates landing lucrative NIL deals, his ambitions for them continues to grow. Jordan’s (Michael Evans Behling) new friendship with some teammates becomes more complicated than he imagined. Olivia (Samantha Logan) gets a new perspective for her NIL piece after not giving up and following her gut. Asher (Cody Christian) and the crew get a new perspective about their group dynamic from an outsider. Meanwhile, Coop (Bre-Z) jumps to conclusions while protecting someone at her new job. Michael Schultz directed the episode written by Robert D. Doty. (#415). Original airdate 4/18/2022. -
Changes
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A DIFFERENT LENS – Spencer (Daniel Ezra) continues to try and prove himself during practices, which seems to go unnoticed, but when a fellow GAU athlete offers to help him form a different plan to get back on the field, he considers it. Coop (Bre-Z) begins a new job at a nursing home and gets some sage advice from an elderly woman. With the encouragement of Asher (Cody Christian), JJ (Hunter Clowdus) gets a tutor which helps him confront a vulnerable time in his past through his term paper. Olivia (Samantha Logan) is frustrated...A DIFFERENT LENS – Spencer (Daniel Ezra) continues to try and prove himself during practices, which seems to go unnoticed, but when a fellow GAU athlete offers to help him form a different plan to get back on the field, he considers it. Coop (Bre-Z) begins a new job at a nursing home and gets some sage advice from an elderly woman. With the encouragement of Asher (Cody Christian), JJ (Hunter Clowdus) gets a tutor which helps him confront a vulnerable time in his past through his term paper. Olivia (Samantha Logan) is frustrated with her living situation, but also finds some inspiration for her next article. Meanwhile, Laura (Monet Mazur) forms a criminal defense law venture in the community but struggles to find her footing. Kelli Williams directed the episode written by Micah Cyrus (#414). Original airdate 4/11/2022. -
Jump on It
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PUTTING IN THE TIME – After weeks of hard work at practice and the first game quickly approaching, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) has high hopes of playing in his first college game. Trying to find his place on the team, Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) forms a bond with some of the seniors. Asher (Cody Christian) and Layla (Greta Onieogou) have epiphanies about their respective relationships and realize they need to deal with it. Coop (Bre-Z) and Patience (Chelsea Tavares) finally speak their truths leaving them in unknown territory. ...PUTTING IN THE TIME – After weeks of hard work at practice and the first game quickly approaching, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) has high hopes of playing in his first college game. Trying to find his place on the team, Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) forms a bond with some of the seniors. Asher (Cody Christian) and Layla (Greta Onieogou) have epiphanies about their respective relationships and realize they need to deal with it. Coop (Bre-Z) and Patience (Chelsea Tavares) finally speak their truths leaving them in unknown territory. Meanwhile, Olivia (Samantha Logan) learns an important lesson as she slowly tries to work her way up the ladder at the paper. Benny Boom directed the episode written by Carrie Gutenberg (#413). Original airdate 3/28/2022. -
Babies and Fools
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EVERYTHING IS CHANGING – With the pressure of school, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) and Olivia (Samantha Logan) find themselves looking forward to a fun day together, but quickly find themselves in the middle of everyone’s lives at home. Laura (Monet Mazur) learns of some new information about the ongoing investigation that has Coop (Bre-Z), Patience (Chelsea Tavares) and Preach (guest star Kareem Grimes) worried. Billy (Taye Diggs) and Grace (Karimah Westbrook) are at odds as to who is best for the job, and neither is ready to back...EVERYTHING IS CHANGING – With the pressure of school, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) and Olivia (Samantha Logan) find themselves looking forward to a fun day together, but quickly find themselves in the middle of everyone’s lives at home. Laura (Monet Mazur) learns of some new information about the ongoing investigation that has Coop (Bre-Z), Patience (Chelsea Tavares) and Preach (guest star Kareem Grimes) worried. Billy (Taye Diggs) and Grace (Karimah Westbrook) are at odds as to who is best for the job, and neither is ready to back down. Meanwhile, Layla (Greta Onieogou) assumes the worst when her dad tells her he is stepping away from his hectic life at the label. Daniel Ezra directed the episode written by Jameal Turner (#412). Original airdate 3/21/2022. -
Liberation
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HOPES AND DREAMS – After finally getting a handle on his football schedule, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) must figure out how to balance everything mentally before it costs him. Billy (Taye Diggs) is settling into his new role and finds inspiration from an unlikely source to fight for the job permanently. Olivia (Samantha Logan) and Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) go on a mission to find Olivia’s sponsor when she goes missing. JJ (Hunter Clowdus) introduces Asher (Cody Christian) to his coach with the hopes that he can get a student...HOPES AND DREAMS – After finally getting a handle on his football schedule, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) must figure out how to balance everything mentally before it costs him. Billy (Taye Diggs) is settling into his new role and finds inspiration from an unlikely source to fight for the job permanently. Olivia (Samantha Logan) and Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) go on a mission to find Olivia’s sponsor when she goes missing. JJ (Hunter Clowdus) introduces Asher (Cody Christian) to his coach with the hopes that he can get a student job with the team, but it turns out to be harder than expected. Meanwhile, Layla (Greta Onieogou) feels the pressure to step up her game in the music business. Avi Youabian directed the episode written by Adrian Dukes (#411). Original airdate 3/14/2022. -
6 'N the Mornin'
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NOT EVERYTHING IS EASY – With summer ending and their college football careers beginning, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) tries to adjust to more than his brutal workout schedule. Olivia (Samantha Logan) is excited for her new job, but it isn’t what she anticipated. Patience (Chelsea Tavares) asks Layla (Greta Onieogou) for help with Coop (Bre-Z) in getting her motivated, but their plan doesn’t go as expected. Asher (Cody Christian) runs into someone from his past and learns what has really been going on. Meanwhile, Grace (Karimah...NOT EVERYTHING IS EASY – With summer ending and their college football careers beginning, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) tries to adjust to more than his brutal workout schedule. Olivia (Samantha Logan) is excited for her new job, but it isn’t what she anticipated. Patience (Chelsea Tavares) asks Layla (Greta Onieogou) for help with Coop (Bre-Z) in getting her motivated, but their plan doesn’t go as expected. Asher (Cody Christian) runs into someone from his past and learns what has really been going on. Meanwhile, Grace (Karimah Westbrook) joins the search committee for a new a principal and has someone in mind for the job. Christine Swanson directed the episode written by John A. Norris (#410). Original airdate 3/7/2022. -
Got Your Money
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ADVANTAGES – With Spencer (Daniel Ezra), Jordan (Michael Evans Behling), Asher (Cody Christian) and JJ (Hunter Clowdus) living it up at JJ’s rented summer beach house, Spencer is trying to have fun, but he is conflicted when it comes to sponsorship opportunities he is presented. Coop (Bre-Z) and Patience (Chelsea Tavares) take a big step in their relationship, but things don’t go as smoothly as they had anticipated, and Olivia (Samantha Logan) offers to help. Layla’s (Greta Oniegou) dad give her a touching graduation...ADVANTAGES – With Spencer (Daniel Ezra), Jordan (Michael Evans Behling), Asher (Cody Christian) and JJ (Hunter Clowdus) living it up at JJ’s rented summer beach house, Spencer is trying to have fun, but he is conflicted when it comes to sponsorship opportunities he is presented. Coop (Bre-Z) and Patience (Chelsea Tavares) take a big step in their relationship, but things don’t go as smoothly as they had anticipated, and Olivia (Samantha Logan) offers to help. Layla’s (Greta Oniegou) dad give her a touching graduation gift that brings up a lot of emotions she wasn’t expecting. Meanwhile, Laura (Monet Mazur) is at her wits end and steps in to help Billy (Taye Diggs). Dawn Wilkinson directed the episode written by Mike Herro & David Strauss (#409). Original airdate 2/28/2022. -
Walk This Way
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PROTECTING OTHERS – With Spencer’s (Daniel Ezra) determination to protect his teammates from unjust punishment, he puts his own future at risk. Olivia (Samantha Logan) and Layla (Greta Onieogou) question their post-graduation plans only to find the answers where they least expect it. Asher (Cody Christian) is too proud to ask for help to pay for his dream college and takes his frustration out on the people trying to help him. Coop (Bre-Z) makes a heartbreaking decision when it comes to Amina (guest star Ella Simone Tabu.) ...PROTECTING OTHERS – With Spencer’s (Daniel Ezra) determination to protect his teammates from unjust punishment, he puts his own future at risk. Olivia (Samantha Logan) and Layla (Greta Onieogou) question their post-graduation plans only to find the answers where they least expect it. Asher (Cody Christian) is too proud to ask for help to pay for his dream college and takes his frustration out on the people trying to help him. Coop (Bre-Z) makes a heartbreaking decision when it comes to Amina (guest star Ella Simone Tabu.) Meanwhile, Billy (Taye Diggs) and Laura (Monet Mazur) deal with the aftermath of what happened to GW. Nikhil Paniz directed the episode written by Robert D. Doty & Obiageli Odimegwu. (#408). Original airdate 2/21/2022. -
Prom Night
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TRADITIONS – The gang is ready to celebrate prom together, but Spencer (Daniel Ezra) finds himself fixing a mistake made by his teammates that could have some major consequences. Olivia (Samantha Logan) struggles with how to connect with her sponsee, and making her take her sobriety seriously. Coop (Bre-Z) bails on prom prep with Patience (Chelsea Tavares) to help Amina (guest star Ella Simone Tabu) once again. Meanwhile, Asher (Cody Christian) finds himself spending his prom night a little different than expected, and Layla...TRADITIONS – The gang is ready to celebrate prom together, but Spencer (Daniel Ezra) finds himself fixing a mistake made by his teammates that could have some major consequences. Olivia (Samantha Logan) struggles with how to connect with her sponsee, and making her take her sobriety seriously. Coop (Bre-Z) bails on prom prep with Patience (Chelsea Tavares) to help Amina (guest star Ella Simone Tabu) once again. Meanwhile, Asher (Cody Christian) finds himself spending his prom night a little different than expected, and Layla (Greta Onieogou) gets some sage advice from Jordan (Michael Evans Jordan). Ryan Zaragoza directed the episode written by Micah Cyrus & Carrie Gutenberg. (#407). Original airdate 12/13/2021. -
Show Me A Good Time
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OUT OF SYNC – Everyone is excited for Senior skip day, and Spencer (Daniel Ezra) plans a romantic getaway at the cabin for he and Olivia (Samantha Logan), but when the gang shows nothing goes as he had planned. Surprising news makes Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) and Simone (guest star Geffri Maya) realize they might not be as prepared for their new reality as they had hoped. Now that Patience (Chelsea Tavares) is back from tour, she and Coop (Bre-Z) can’t seem to get on the same page when it comes to their relationship. ...OUT OF SYNC – Everyone is excited for Senior skip day, and Spencer (Daniel Ezra) plans a romantic getaway at the cabin for he and Olivia (Samantha Logan), but when the gang shows nothing goes as he had planned. Surprising news makes Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) and Simone (guest star Geffri Maya) realize they might not be as prepared for their new reality as they had hoped. Now that Patience (Chelsea Tavares) is back from tour, she and Coop (Bre-Z) can’t seem to get on the same page when it comes to their relationship. Meanwhile, Billy (Taye Diggs), Grace (Karimah Westbrook), Laura (Monet Mazur) and Principal Carter (guest star Lamon Archey) team up with an unlikely ally as they go on an adventure in the halls of South Crenshaw High to track down relics of the past. Kristin Windell directed the episode written by Adrian Dukes. (#406). Original airdate 12/6/2021. -
Can It All Be So Simple
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WORTH IT – When Spencer (Daniel Ezra) receives some unsettling news about his future, Billy (Taye Diggs) helps devise a contingency plan for him. Layla (Greta Onieogou) makes Patience (Chelsea Tavares) an offer she wasn’t expecting, forcing Patience to have a long overdue conversation with Coop (Bre-Z). With the encouragement of Nurse Joy (guest star Kellee Stewart), Olivia (Samantha Logan) contemplates taking on a new role in NA. Meanwhile, Asher’s (Cody Christian) unwelcomed football advice helps JJ (Hunter Clowdus) in...WORTH IT – When Spencer (Daniel Ezra) receives some unsettling news about his future, Billy (Taye Diggs) helps devise a contingency plan for him. Layla (Greta Onieogou) makes Patience (Chelsea Tavares) an offer she wasn’t expecting, forcing Patience to have a long overdue conversation with Coop (Bre-Z). With the encouragement of Nurse Joy (guest star Kellee Stewart), Olivia (Samantha Logan) contemplates taking on a new role in NA. Meanwhile, Asher’s (Cody Christian) unwelcomed football advice helps JJ (Hunter Clowdus) in an unexpected way. Charissa Sanjarernsuithikul directed the episode written by Jameal Turner. (#405). Original airdate 11/22/2021. -
Bird in the Hand
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THE UNKNOWN – With the All-American game approaching Spencer (Daniel Ezra) is feeling uneasy until an old friend says something to him that makes everything suddenly click. Olivia (Samantha Logan) applies for a coveted summer internship with the L.A. Tribune Online, but her test assignment takes a different turn than what they asked for. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) questions why no one sees him as great and the answer he gets takes him by surprise. Coop (Bre-Z) feels betrayed by Layla (Greta Onieogou) when she learns Layla...THE UNKNOWN – With the All-American game approaching Spencer (Daniel Ezra) is feeling uneasy until an old friend says something to him that makes everything suddenly click. Olivia (Samantha Logan) applies for a coveted summer internship with the L.A. Tribune Online, but her test assignment takes a different turn than what they asked for. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) questions why no one sees him as great and the answer he gets takes him by surprise. Coop (Bre-Z) feels betrayed by Layla (Greta Onieogou) when she learns Layla is looking for a new artist and makes some hurtful accusations. Meanwhile, Billy (Taye Diggs) discusses a new opportunity with Laura (Monet Mazur) that might just be too good to turn down. Ryan Zaragoza directed the episode written by John A. Norris (#404). Original airdate 11/15/2021. -
All I Need
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NEW PATHS – With Spencer (Daniel Ezra) having to make yet another big decision, he choose to spend time with the most important people in his life. Olivia (Samantha Logan) tries to balance her desire for intimacy with the commitment she made with herself regarding her sobriety. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) is worried about his recruitment possibilities and turns to Billy (Taye Diggs) for advice. Asher (Cody Christian) contemplates his next move and finds inspiration from someone unexpected. Meanwhile, Grace (Karimah...NEW PATHS – With Spencer (Daniel Ezra) having to make yet another big decision, he choose to spend time with the most important people in his life. Olivia (Samantha Logan) tries to balance her desire for intimacy with the commitment she made with herself regarding her sobriety. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) is worried about his recruitment possibilities and turns to Billy (Taye Diggs) for advice. Asher (Cody Christian) contemplates his next move and finds inspiration from someone unexpected. Meanwhile, Grace (Karimah Westbrook) is fed up with Billy’s behavior and decides to confront him. Kelli Williams directed the episode written by Robert D. Doty. (#403). Original airdate 11/08/2021. -
I Ain't Goin' Out Like That
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TAKING CONTROL – The gang celebrates a birthday, but not everyone is happy about it. As Olivia (Samantha Logan) and Spencer’s (Daniel Ezra) relationship grows stronger, Olivia struggles with the rift between Billy (Taye Diggs) and Spencer. Jordan’s (Michael Evans Behling) buried feelings come to the surface leaving his and Billy’s relationship strained. Meanwhile, Asher (Cody Christian) is trying to come to terms with his football career but is hopeful when he goes to see a new doctor. David McWhirter directed the...TAKING CONTROL – The gang celebrates a birthday, but not everyone is happy about it. As Olivia (Samantha Logan) and Spencer’s (Daniel Ezra) relationship grows stronger, Olivia struggles with the rift between Billy (Taye Diggs) and Spencer. Jordan’s (Michael Evans Behling) buried feelings come to the surface leaving his and Billy’s relationship strained. Meanwhile, Asher (Cody Christian) is trying to come to terms with his football career but is hopeful when he goes to see a new doctor. David McWhirter directed the episode written by Mike Herro & David Strauss. (#402). Original airdate 11/01/2021. -
Survival of the Fittest
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SEASON PREMIERE – After the earth-shattering events of the Beverly and Crenshaw State Championship, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) also needs to come to terms what happened with Coop (Bre-Z) and Layla (Greta Onieogou). Now he has the extra pressure of it being early national signing day for football and Spencer must make a major decision about committing. Meanwhile, Billy (Taye Diggs) struggles to forgive Spencer about helping Jordan (Michael Evans Behling). Michael Schultz directed the episode written by Nkechi Okoro Carroll. (#401)....SEASON PREMIERE – After the earth-shattering events of the Beverly and Crenshaw State Championship, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) also needs to come to terms what happened with Coop (Bre-Z) and Layla (Greta Onieogou). Now he has the extra pressure of it being early national signing day for football and Spencer must make a major decision about committing. Meanwhile, Billy (Taye Diggs) struggles to forgive Spencer about helping Jordan (Michael Evans Behling). Michael Schultz directed the episode written by Nkechi Okoro Carroll. (#401). Original airdate 10/25/2021. -
After Hours
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FINDING A CONNECTION – When Billy (Taye Diggs) forces Spencer (Daniel Ezra) and Frausto (guest star Noah Gray-Cabey) to get on the same page, the night takes an interesting turn when they run into Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) and Asher (Cody Christian). Olivia (Samantha Logan) is excited to hang out with Layla (Greta Onieogou) for some much-needed bonding, but the night doesn’t go as Olivia had planned. Laura (Monet Mazur) needs some work advice and turns to Grace (Karimah Westbrook) for some insight, but they both get...FINDING A CONNECTION – When Billy (Taye Diggs) forces Spencer (Daniel Ezra) and Frausto (guest star Noah Gray-Cabey) to get on the same page, the night takes an interesting turn when they run into Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) and Asher (Cody Christian). Olivia (Samantha Logan) is excited to hang out with Layla (Greta Onieogou) for some much-needed bonding, but the night doesn’t go as Olivia had planned. Laura (Monet Mazur) needs some work advice and turns to Grace (Karimah Westbrook) for some insight, but they both get more than they bargained for. Meanwhile, Billy finds himself in an unusual situation as he takes a walk down memory lane. Kelli Williams directed the episode written by Mike Herro & David Strauss. (#319). Original airdate 6/21/2021. -
Surviving the Times
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SEASON FINALE – Things in Spencer’s (Daniel Ezra) life seem to be going right, but everything changes when Billy (Taye Diggs) learns what he has been keeping from him. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) and Asher (Cody Christian) get some unexpected news neither of them were expecting. Coop (Bre-Z) is excited to go out on tour but is disappointed when no one from her team can accompany her and she gets more than she was anticipating. Meanwhile, Layla (Greta Onieogou) grows worried about her friend and is determined to help her....SEASON FINALE – Things in Spencer’s (Daniel Ezra) life seem to be going right, but everything changes when Billy (Taye Diggs) learns what he has been keeping from him. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) and Asher (Cody Christian) get some unexpected news neither of them were expecting. Coop (Bre-Z) is excited to go out on tour but is disappointed when no one from her team can accompany her and she gets more than she was anticipating. Meanwhile, Layla (Greta Onieogou) grows worried about her friend and is determined to help her. Samantha Logan, Monet Mazur, Karimah Westbrook and Chelsea Tavares also star. Michael Schultz directed the episode written by John A. Norris. (#318). Original airdate 7/19/2021. -
Int'l Players Anthem (I Choose You)
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ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE – With Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) and Simone’s (guest star Geffri Maya) big day quickly approaching they start to envision what their new future will look like with the help of Billy (Taye Diggs) and Laura (Monet Mazur). Spencer (Daniel Ezra) and Billy both realize how much pressure the football team is feeling but to their surprise they may have a new ally. Jordan helps Olivia (Samantha Logan) see what has been holding her back making her look at how to balance recovery and romance. Meanwhile,...ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE – With Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) and Simone’s (guest star Geffri Maya) big day quickly approaching they start to envision what their new future will look like with the help of Billy (Taye Diggs) and Laura (Monet Mazur). Spencer (Daniel Ezra) and Billy both realize how much pressure the football team is feeling but to their surprise they may have a new ally. Jordan helps Olivia (Samantha Logan) see what has been holding her back making her look at how to balance recovery and romance. Meanwhile, Layla (Greta Onieogou) and Coop (Bre-Z) both find out secrets that helps to explain what has been really going on. Cody Christian, Chelsea Tavares and Karimah Westbrook also star. Kristin Windell directed the episode written by Robert D. Doty. (#317). Original airdate 7/12/2021. -
All American: Homecoming
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MORE TO THE STORY – Ready to get out of town for a few days, Spencer (Daniel Ezra), Olivia (Samantha Logan), Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) and Simone (guest star Geffri Maya) decide to visit Simone’s aunt’s Amara’s (guest star Kelly Jenrette) at her HBCU in Atlanta where she is a journalism professor. The group is relishing in campus life, but it also is giving Simone and Olivia a different perspective they weren’t expecting. While enjoying herself, Simone has a run in with a star baseball athlete named Damon (guest...MORE TO THE STORY – Ready to get out of town for a few days, Spencer (Daniel Ezra), Olivia (Samantha Logan), Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) and Simone (guest star Geffri Maya) decide to visit Simone’s aunt’s Amara’s (guest star Kelly Jenrette) at her HBCU in Atlanta where she is a journalism professor. The group is relishing in campus life, but it also is giving Simone and Olivia a different perspective they weren’t expecting. While enjoying herself, Simone has a run in with a star baseball athlete named Damon (guest star Peyton Smith), who she learns has his own reasons for being on campus. Meanwhile, Amara is on to a big story involving her college and takes a risk that could make her unpopular. Michael Schultz directed the episode written by Nkechi Okoro Carroll. (#316). Original airdate 7/5/2021. -
No Opp Left Behind
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UNCERTAIN FUTURE – As Spencer’s (Daniel Ezra) high school football career is coming to an end, he starts to imagine what his future might look like. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) grows concerned about his football future and Asher (Cody Christian) gets upset when he discovers that Montes (guest star Alexandra Barreto) has been keeping something from him. Grace (Karimah Westbrook) tries to have a nice evening after learning some good news, but Dillion (guest star Jalyn Hall) finds a way to mess it up. Meanwhile, the group...UNCERTAIN FUTURE – As Spencer’s (Daniel Ezra) high school football career is coming to an end, he starts to imagine what his future might look like. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) grows concerned about his football future and Asher (Cody Christian) gets upset when he discovers that Montes (guest star Alexandra Barreto) has been keeping something from him. Grace (Karimah Westbrook) tries to have a nice evening after learning some good news, but Dillion (guest star Jalyn Hall) finds a way to mess it up. Meanwhile, the group holds a Friendsgiving at Layla’s (Greta Onieogou) but not everyone seems to receive a friendly welcome. Taye Diggs, Samantha Logan, Bre-Z, Chelsea Tavares and Monet Mazur also star. David McWhirter directed the episode written by Cam’ron Moore & Carrie Gutenberg. (#315). Original airdate 6/28/2021. -
Ready or Not
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SACRIFICES FOR FRIENDS – When Spencer’s (Daniel Ezra) quarterback must miss the game against Westlake, Spencer puts extra pressure on himself and his young teammates because of what is at stake. Billy (Taye Diggs) and Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) grow worried when Willie (guest star Brent Jennings) doesn’t show up to the game as promised and Billy learns something about Willie he wasn’t expecting. Laura (Monet Mazur) must deal with a new wrinkle at work that involves Olivia (Samantha Logan) leaving Laura with a tough...SACRIFICES FOR FRIENDS – When Spencer’s (Daniel Ezra) quarterback must miss the game against Westlake, Spencer puts extra pressure on himself and his young teammates because of what is at stake. Billy (Taye Diggs) and Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) grow worried when Willie (guest star Brent Jennings) doesn’t show up to the game as promised and Billy learns something about Willie he wasn’t expecting. Laura (Monet Mazur) must deal with a new wrinkle at work that involves Olivia (Samantha Logan) leaving Laura with a tough decision. Meanwhile, Spencer takes a walk down memory lane as Coop’s (Bre-Z) 18th birthday nears and Layla (Greta Onieogou) and Preach (guest star Kareem Grimes) clash over how to celebrate Coop. Cody Christian and Karimah Westbrook also star. Nikhil Paniz directed the episode written by Jameal Turner. (#314). Original airdate 6/14/2021. -
Bring the Noise
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FINDING THE JOY – When Spencer (Daniel Ezra) learns that Grace (Karimah Westbrook) skipped her own college graduation, he enlists Olivia’s (Samantha Logan) help to throw her a surprise party, which helps distract them from reality. Billy (Taye Diggs) is worried about his players chances at college recruitment, so he tries to organize a scrimmage game to help, but it’s not as easy as he hoped. Coop (Bre-Z) finds herself in a tough spot with Layla (Greta Onieogou). Meanwhile, Asher (Cody Christian) is forced to confront his...FINDING THE JOY – When Spencer (Daniel Ezra) learns that Grace (Karimah Westbrook) skipped her own college graduation, he enlists Olivia’s (Samantha Logan) help to throw her a surprise party, which helps distract them from reality. Billy (Taye Diggs) is worried about his players chances at college recruitment, so he tries to organize a scrimmage game to help, but it’s not as easy as he hoped. Coop (Bre-Z) finds herself in a tough spot with Layla (Greta Onieogou). Meanwhile, Asher (Cody Christian) is forced to confront his feelings for his mom’s fiancé, as well as his feelings about Vanessa (guest star Alondra Delgado). Michael Evans Behling and Monet Mazur also stars. Avi Youabian directed the episode written by Mike Herro & David Strauss. (#313). Original airdate 5/24/2021. -
Fight the Power
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TAKING A STAND – When the truth comes out, Laura (Monet Mazur) is furious and is left to face the consequences. Seeing everything going on, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) doesn’t want to sit on the sidelines and asks something of his teammates that could jeopardize the rest of their season. Billy (Taye Diggs) deals with something personal by himself, but after a conversation with his dad he realizes what has really happened. Meanwhile, Simone (guest star Geffri Maya) is worried about Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) and turns to his...TAKING A STAND – When the truth comes out, Laura (Monet Mazur) is furious and is left to face the consequences. Seeing everything going on, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) doesn’t want to sit on the sidelines and asks something of his teammates that could jeopardize the rest of their season. Billy (Taye Diggs) deals with something personal by himself, but after a conversation with his dad he realizes what has really happened. Meanwhile, Simone (guest star Geffri Maya) is worried about Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) and turns to his friends for help. Greta Onieogou, Cody Christian, Bre-Z and Karimah Westbrook also star. Crystle Roberson directed the episode written by Lorna Osunsanmi. (#312). Original airdate 5/17/2021 -
The Bigger Picture
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A LITTLE HELP – When a college scout comes to talk to Spencer (Daniel Ezra), he must decide if the strings attached is worth it. Billy (Taye Diggs) realizes that the recruiting game has changed and has an idea on how to help his players. A police shooting of a young black woman hits to close to home for Olivia (Samantha Logan), leaving her to take drastic measures to get justice. Jordan is struggling with everything going on, so Spencer, Asher (Cody Christian) and JJ (guest star Hunter Clowdus) try to help him out. Layla...A LITTLE HELP – When a college scout comes to talk to Spencer (Daniel Ezra), he must decide if the strings attached is worth it. Billy (Taye Diggs) realizes that the recruiting game has changed and has an idea on how to help his players. A police shooting of a young black woman hits to close to home for Olivia (Samantha Logan), leaving her to take drastic measures to get justice. Jordan is struggling with everything going on, so Spencer, Asher (Cody Christian) and JJ (guest star Hunter Clowdus) try to help him out. Layla (Greta Onieogou) is inspired by Coop (Bre-Z) when Coop does something selfless and for a good cause. Meanwhile, Grace (Karimah Westbrook) learns something about Principal Carter (guest star Lamon Archey) that shows him in a different light. Michael Evans Behling and Cody Christian also star. Dawn Wilkinson directed the episode written by Nkechi Okoro Carroll & Micah Cyrus. (#311). Original airdate 4/26/2021. -
Put Up or Shut Up
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IT’S NOW OR NEVER – Spencer (Daniel Ezra) is feeling the pressure and knows he needs to have the game of his life as he is still trying to follow his dream of playing football. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) makes a risky choice when it comes to football. Olivia (Samantha Logan) attends a new Narcotics Anonymous in search of a sponsor but is worried about making the wrong choice. Coop (Bre-Z) reveals some information to Layla (Greta Onieogou) about Layla’s dad. Meanwhile, Billy (Tay Diggs) and Laura (Monet Mazur) are...IT’S NOW OR NEVER – Spencer (Daniel Ezra) is feeling the pressure and knows he needs to have the game of his life as he is still trying to follow his dream of playing football. Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) makes a risky choice when it comes to football. Olivia (Samantha Logan) attends a new Narcotics Anonymous in search of a sponsor but is worried about making the wrong choice. Coop (Bre-Z) reveals some information to Layla (Greta Onieogou) about Layla’s dad. Meanwhile, Billy (Tay Diggs) and Laura (Monet Mazur) are shocked when they hear what Jordan has been keeping from them. Cody Christian and Karimah Westbrook also star. David McWhirter directed the episode written by John A. Norris (#310). Original airdate 4/19/2021. -
Testify
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MAKING THE RIGHT CHOICE – Spencer (Daniel Ezra) is upset with Olivia (Samantha Logan), which leaves him to face some difficult truths of his own. Olivia makes things even worse, leaving Billy (Taye Diggs), Laura (Monet Mazur) and Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) worried. Billy is in search of a kicker and holds school tryouts and is surprised at who the number one candidate turns out to be. Meanwhile, Montes (guest star Alexandra Barreto) gives Asher (Cody Christian) a tough choice about his football career and Coop (Bre-Z)...MAKING THE RIGHT CHOICE – Spencer (Daniel Ezra) is upset with Olivia (Samantha Logan), which leaves him to face some difficult truths of his own. Olivia makes things even worse, leaving Billy (Taye Diggs), Laura (Monet Mazur) and Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) worried. Billy is in search of a kicker and holds school tryouts and is surprised at who the number one candidate turns out to be. Meanwhile, Montes (guest star Alexandra Barreto) gives Asher (Cody Christian) a tough choice about his football career and Coop (Bre-Z) makes a decision about school after talking with her mom. Greta Onieogou and Karimah Westbrook also star. Ryan Zargoza directed the episode written by Robert D. Doty & Micah Cyrus (#309). Original airdate 4/12/2021. -
Canceled
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FRESH START – With Homecoming King and Queen nominations being announced, neither Spencer (Daniel Ezra) nor Coop (Bre-Z) seem to be in a celebratory mood with everything going on. Laura (Monet Mazur) notices that Olivia (Samantha Logan) has become more withdrawn and allows Olivia and Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) to both take a mental health day and get some much-needed twin bonding time. Things get heated with Layla (Greta Onieogou) and Olivia (Samantha Logan), leaving Olivia to get some much-needed clarity. Meanwhile,...FRESH START – With Homecoming King and Queen nominations being announced, neither Spencer (Daniel Ezra) nor Coop (Bre-Z) seem to be in a celebratory mood with everything going on. Laura (Monet Mazur) notices that Olivia (Samantha Logan) has become more withdrawn and allows Olivia and Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) to both take a mental health day and get some much-needed twin bonding time. Things get heated with Layla (Greta Onieogou) and Olivia (Samantha Logan), leaving Olivia to get some much-needed clarity. Meanwhile, Billy (Taye Diggs) is frustrated with the interim principal’s new rules, leaving Spencer to come up with a game plan with a little help from Grace (Karimah Westbrook). Monet Mazur and Cody Christian also star. Avi Youabian directed the episode written by Jameal Turner & Cam’ron Moore. (#308). Original airdate 3/8/2021. -
Roll the Dice
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GETTING THINGS CLEARED UP – With Coop (Bre-Z) performing in Las Vegas, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) and some of the gang take a road trip to see her and Layla (Greta Onieogou) on tour. Layla is nervous to see Spencer and admit how she is feeling towards him, and surprisingly Spencer also gets a little clarity on his feelings. Olivia (Samantha Logan) surprises the group last minute, but she notices that Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) and Simone (guest star Geffri Maya) are acting suspicious, so she enlists Spencer’s help to see what...GETTING THINGS CLEARED UP – With Coop (Bre-Z) performing in Las Vegas, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) and some of the gang take a road trip to see her and Layla (Greta Onieogou) on tour. Layla is nervous to see Spencer and admit how she is feeling towards him, and surprisingly Spencer also gets a little clarity on his feelings. Olivia (Samantha Logan) surprises the group last minute, but she notices that Jordan (Michael Evans Behling) and Simone (guest star Geffri Maya) are acting suspicious, so she enlists Spencer’s help to see what they are up to. Meanwhile, with the urging of Coop, Patience (Chelsea Tavares) tries stand up for herself, but JP (guest star Ray Campbell) has other plans leaving Patience stunned when she discovers the reason why. Taye Diggs, Cody Christian, Monet Mazur and Karimah Westbrook also star. Dawn Wilkinson directed the episode written by Mike Herro & David Strauss (#307). Original airdate 3/1/2021. -
Teenage Love
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REFLECTION – With everything that has been going on, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) needs some alone time to clear his head and decides to go to the family cabin, but he gets a surprise instead from his friends. Grateful for support, everyone seems to be having fun, until secrets come out. Coop (Bre-Z) is still reeling from everything Spencer said and turns to Patience (Chelsea Tavares) for guidance. Meanwhile, Billy (Taye Diggs) shows up to the house to do a few repairs, but when things go awry, Billy and Laura (Monet Mazur), work...REFLECTION – With everything that has been going on, Spencer (Daniel Ezra) needs some alone time to clear his head and decides to go to the family cabin, but he gets a surprise instead from his friends. Grateful for support, everyone seems to be having fun, until secrets come out. Coop (Bre-Z) is still reeling from everything Spencer said and turns to Patience (Chelsea Tavares) for guidance. Meanwhile, Billy (Taye Diggs) shows up to the house to do a few repairs, but when things go awry, Billy and Laura (Monet Mazur), work together to fix the problem. Cody Christian, Michael Evans Behling, Samantha Logan, Greta Onieogou and Karimah Westbrook also star. Nikhil Paniz directed the episode written by Lorna Osunsanmi & Carrie Gutenberg. (#306). Original airdate 2/22/2021. -
How Come
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TIME TO TELL THE TRUTH – After Spencer (Daniel Ezra) gets some sage advice, he and the team rally around Chris (guest star Spence Moore II) to help him with his trauma, leaving Spencer to realize it’s time to be honest. Laura (Monet Mazur) grows concerned about Olivia’s (Samantha Logan) sobriety when she notices a change in her behavior, resulting in Laura doing something that could jeopardize their relationship. Jordan (Michael Evan Behling) is eager to get back on the field leaving him torn on what to do. Meanwhile,...TIME TO TELL THE TRUTH – After Spencer (Daniel Ezra) gets some sage advice, he and the team rally around Chris (guest star Spence Moore II) to help him with his trauma, leaving Spencer to realize it’s time to be honest. Laura (Monet Mazur) grows concerned about Olivia’s (Samantha Logan) sobriety when she notices a change in her behavior, resulting in Laura doing something that could jeopardize their relationship. Jordan (Michael Evan Behling) is eager to get back on the field leaving him torn on what to do. Meanwhile, Layla (Greta Onieogou) hits a dead end with her lawsuit, so Patience (Chelsea Tavares) takes matters into her own hands knowing Coop (Bre-Z) won’t be happy when she finds out. Taye Diggs, Cody Christian, Karimah Westbrook also star. Kelli Williams directed the episode written by Robert D. Doty (#305). Original airdate 2/8/2021.
