Episodes
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Survior
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WHERE DREAMS COME TRUE – Simone (Geffri Maya) opens up to Amara (Kelly Jenrette) when her integrity is questioned. Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) returns and gives some sound advice to JR (Sylvester Powell). Lando (Martin Bobb-Semple) is skeptical about his future possibilities. Marcus (Cory Hardrict) wants to do everything he can for Noah (guest star Cameron Elie) but is met with some resistance. Meanwhile, Keisha (Netta Walker) receives some unexpected help with her dance final. Nate (Rhoyle Ivy King) receives some surprising news
...WHERE DREAMS COME TRUE – Simone (Geffri Maya) opens up to Amara (Kelly Jenrette) when her integrity is questioned. Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) returns and gives some sound advice to JR (Sylvester Powell). Lando (Martin Bobb-Semple) is skeptical about his future possibilities. Marcus (Cory Hardrict) wants to do everything he can for Noah (guest star Cameron Elie) but is met with some resistance. Meanwhile, Keisha (Netta Walker) receives some unexpected help with her dance final. Nate (Rhoyle Ivy King) receives some surprising news and gets support from Thea (Camille Hyde). Cam (Mitchell Edwards) makes a big gesture, but it comes with complications (#313). The episode was written by Marqui Jackson and directed by Michael Schultz. Original airdate 9/30/2024.
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I Stand Alone
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SHOWING UP FOR YOURSELF – Simone (Geffri Maya) gets ready to face one of the toughest matches of her career as the team comes up with an idea to get student support for the tennis team. JR (Sylvester Powell) finds a sponsor for the club team, but not everyone is on board with the choice. Keisha (Netta Walker) has a great idea but needs Lando’s (Martin Bobb-Semple) help. Mitchell Edwards also stars (#312). The episode was written by Hollie Overton and directed by David McWhirter. Original airdate...
SHOWING UP FOR YOURSELF – Simone (Geffri Maya) gets ready to face one of the toughest matches of her career as the team comes up with an idea to get student support for the tennis team. JR (Sylvester Powell) finds a sponsor for the club team, but not everyone is on board with the choice. Keisha (Netta Walker) has a great idea but needs Lando’s (Martin Bobb-Semple) help. Mitchell Edwards also stars (#312). The episode was written by Hollie Overton and directed by David McWhirter. Original airdate 9/23/2024.
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After the Love Has Gone
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FIGHT FOR THE JOY – Simone (Geffri Maya) is determined to return to tennis as a champion, but her heart doesn’t seem to be in the game, so Lando (Martin Bobb-Semple) offers some assistance. Marcus (Cory Hardrict) spends more time with Noah (guest star Cameron Elie) but JR (Sylvester Powell) thinks Noah may be hiding something. Gabi (guest star Heather Lynn Harris) joins Cam (Mitchell Edwards) at the recording studio and makes a discovery (#311). The episode was written by Cam’ron Moore and directed by David McWhirter. Original
...FIGHT FOR THE JOY – Simone (Geffri Maya) is determined to return to tennis as a champion, but her heart doesn’t seem to be in the game, so Lando (Martin Bobb-Semple) offers some assistance. Marcus (Cory Hardrict) spends more time with Noah (guest star Cameron Elie) but JR (Sylvester Powell) thinks Noah may be hiding something. Gabi (guest star Heather Lynn Harris) joins Cam (Mitchell Edwards) at the recording studio and makes a discovery (#311). The episode was written by Cam’ron Moore and directed by David McWhirter. Original airdate 9/16/2024.
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Un-Break My Heart
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NEEDING SPACE – Simone (Geffri Maya) and JR (Sylvester Powell) become inspired by the importance of legacy and have new ideas about their futures. When Cam (Mitchell Edwards) and Keisha (Netta Walker) hit a crossroad in their relationship, Lando (Martin Bobb-Semple) offers some much-needed advice. Nate (Rhoyle Ivy King) stumbles upon something she was not meant to find, but all is not as it may seem. Meanwhile, Marcus (Cory Hardrict) holds a wellness event for all Bringston. Camille Hyde also stars (#310). The episode was written
...NEEDING SPACE – Simone (Geffri Maya) and JR (Sylvester Powell) become inspired by the importance of legacy and have new ideas about their futures. When Cam (Mitchell Edwards) and Keisha (Netta Walker) hit a crossroad in their relationship, Lando (Martin Bobb-Semple) offers some much-needed advice. Nate (Rhoyle Ivy King) stumbles upon something she was not meant to find, but all is not as it may seem. Meanwhile, Marcus (Cory Hardrict) holds a wellness event for all Bringston. Camille Hyde also stars (#310). The episode was written by Christopher N. Corte and directed by Jes Macallan. Original airdate 9/9/2024
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Pain Is Inevitable
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FIGHTING FOR YOUR DREAMS; LUAM GUEST STARS – When Simone is forced to fight for her spot on tennis team, she encounters an unlikely adversary on the court. JR (Sylvester Powell) and Lando (Martin Bobb-Semple) pitch the board to bring baseball back to Bringston. Cam (Mitchell Edwards) makes a huge gamble resulting in a visit from Big Hank (guest star Marvin Jones III). Meanwhile, Keisha (Netta Walker) receives some news, from a very unexpected source (#309). The episode was written by Megan McNamara & Chiara Rose and directed
...FIGHTING FOR YOUR DREAMS; LUAM GUEST STARS – When Simone is forced to fight for her spot on tennis team, she encounters an unlikely adversary on the court. JR (Sylvester Powell) and Lando (Martin Bobb-Semple) pitch the board to bring baseball back to Bringston. Cam (Mitchell Edwards) makes a huge gamble resulting in a visit from Big Hank (guest star Marvin Jones III). Meanwhile, Keisha (Netta Walker) receives some news, from a very unexpected source (#309). The episode was written by Megan McNamara & Chiara Rose and directed by Jes Macallan. Original airdate 9/2/2024.
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Lift Me Up
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FRIENDSIVING – Nate (Rhoyle Ivy King) urges Simone (Geffri Maya) to let Amara (Kelly Jenrette) know what is going on with her health as Amara surprises everyone and returns to Bringston for Thanksgiving. Marcus (Cory Hardrict) tries to bond with Noah (guest star Cameron Elie). Cam (Mitchell Edwards) wonders if Keisha (Netta Walker) and JR (Sylvester Powell) are spending too much time together. Camille Hyde also stars (#307). The episode was written by Alison McKenzie and directed by Eric Dean Seaton. Original airdate...
FRIENDSIVING – Nate (Rhoyle Ivy King) urges Simone (Geffri Maya) to let Amara (Kelly Jenrette) know what is going on with her health as Amara surprises everyone and returns to Bringston for Thanksgiving. Marcus (Cory Hardrict) tries to bond with Noah (guest star Cameron Elie). Cam (Mitchell Edwards) wonders if Keisha (Netta Walker) and JR (Sylvester Powell) are spending too much time together. Camille Hyde also stars (#307). The episode was written by Alison McKenzie and directed by Eric Dean Seaton. Original airdate 8/19/2024.
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New Normal
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WHO I AM – Simone has to choose between the most important things in her life. Nate’s (Rhoyle Ivy King) cousin reaches out, which brings up some very raw emotions resulting in a heart to heart with Lando (Martin Bobb-Semple). Keisha (Netta Walker) comes up with a plan to help JR (Sylvester Powell) and realizes she needs to step it up with Cam (Mitchell Edwards). Camille Hyde and Rhoyle Ivy King also star (#306). The episode was written by Hollie Overton and directed by Charissa Sanjarensuithikul. Original airdate...
WHO I AM – Simone has to choose between the most important things in her life. Nate’s (Rhoyle Ivy King) cousin reaches out, which brings up some very raw emotions resulting in a heart to heart with Lando (Martin Bobb-Semple). Keisha (Netta Walker) comes up with a plan to help JR (Sylvester Powell) and realizes she needs to step it up with Cam (Mitchell Edwards). Camille Hyde and Rhoyle Ivy King also star (#306). The episode was written by Hollie Overton and directed by Charissa Sanjarensuithikul. Original airdate 8/12/2024.
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Control
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SIMONE! – It’s Simone’s (Geffri Maya) 21st birthday and her friends turn out for her as she struggles to advocate for herself in another part of her life. Keisha (Netta Walker) is concerned that she hasn’t heard back from any graduate programs and Cam’s (Mitchell Edwards) efforts to help only make things worse. Marcus (Cory Hardrict) struggles with making an important connection and JR (Sylvester Powell) talks to Lando (Martin Bobb-Semple) about bringing baseball back to Bringston (#304). The episode was written by
...HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SIMONE! – It’s Simone’s (Geffri Maya) 21st birthday and her friends turn out for her as she struggles to advocate for herself in another part of her life. Keisha (Netta Walker) is concerned that she hasn’t heard back from any graduate programs and Cam’s (Mitchell Edwards) efforts to help only make things worse. Marcus (Cory Hardrict) struggles with making an important connection and JR (Sylvester Powell) talks to Lando (Martin Bobb-Semple) about bringing baseball back to Bringston (#304). The episode was written by Megan McNamara and directed by Avi Youabian. Original airdate 7/29/2024.
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Ready or Not
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SEASON THREE PREMIERE – Simone (Geffri Maya) is concerned about changes taking place at Bringston and wants to bring attention to the issues, but things don’t go as expected, and it puts Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) in a difficult position. Marcus (Cory Hardrict) seeks advice from an unlikely source. JR (Sylvester Powell) makes a decision about his future and Keisha (Netta Walker) tries to advise Simone. Mitchell Edwards, Camille Hyde and Rhoyle Ivy King also star (#301). The episode was written by Nkechi Okoro Carroll and directed
...SEASON THREE PREMIERE – Simone (Geffri Maya) is concerned about changes taking place at Bringston and wants to bring attention to the issues, but things don’t go as expected, and it puts Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) in a difficult position. Marcus (Cory Hardrict) seeks advice from an unlikely source. JR (Sylvester Powell) makes a decision about his future and Keisha (Netta Walker) tries to advise Simone. Mitchell Edwards, Camille Hyde and Rhoyle Ivy King also star (#301). The episode was written by Nkechi Okoro Carroll and directed by Nikhil Paniz. Original airdate 7/8/2024.
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Diary
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BRINGING OUT THE BEST IN EACH OTHER – As Simone (Geffri Maya) preps for the Exhibition Match, she is presented with unexpected obstacles that help her decide between Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) and Lando (guest star Martin Bobb-Sempell). JR (Sylvester Powell) stands up for Cam (Mitchell Edwards) in an unusual way. Damon gets advice from an unlikely source as he struggles with an important interview. Nate (Rhoyle Ivy King) learns the truth about her secret admirer. Keisha (Netta Walker) sees her situation with Dr. Pace in a new light
...BRINGING OUT THE BEST IN EACH OTHER – As Simone (Geffri Maya) preps for the Exhibition Match, she is presented with unexpected obstacles that help her decide between Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) and Lando (guest star Martin Bobb-Sempell). JR (Sylvester Powell) stands up for Cam (Mitchell Edwards) in an unusual way. Damon gets advice from an unlikely source as he struggles with an important interview. Nate (Rhoyle Ivy King) learns the truth about her secret admirer. Keisha (Netta Walker) sees her situation with Dr. Pace in a new light and Marcus (Corey Hardrict) surprises Amara (Kelly Jenrette) with something she did not see coming. Ryan Zaragoza directed the episode written by Marqui Jackson (#215). Original airdate 3/27/2023.
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Stand Up for Something
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UNITY; COCO GAUFF GUEST STARS – Simone (Geffri Maya) and the Bringston tennis team work together to make the biggest decision of their season. Meanwhile, the Lions face off against their biggest rival for the conference championship as Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) realizes he has competition for Simone's heart. Cam (Mitchell Edwards) goes to JR (Sylvester Powell) with a serious situation, leaving JR with the weight of the world on his shoulders. And Nate (Rhoyle Ivy King) needs to choose between an important interview or standing by
...UNITY; COCO GAUFF GUEST STARS – Simone (Geffri Maya) and the Bringston tennis team work together to make the biggest decision of their season. Meanwhile, the Lions face off against their biggest rival for the conference championship as Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) realizes he has competition for Simone's heart. Cam (Mitchell Edwards) goes to JR (Sylvester Powell) with a serious situation, leaving JR with the weight of the world on his shoulders. And Nate (Rhoyle Ivy King) needs to choose between an important interview or standing by her friends. David Ramsey directed the episode written by Hollie Overton (#214). Original airdate 3/20/2023.
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Lose to Win
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STRENGTH – As Simone (Geffri Maya) and the Bringston tennis team travel to their tournament, prepared to dominate, an unexpected encounter puts them in danger. Simone, being a leader for her team, provides strength in a time of serious trouble. Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) ponders his next move in one area of his life, while dealing with a new baseball rival that ends up proving useful. Meanwhile, Nathaniel (Rhoyle Ivy King) is presented with a challenge that she is unsure if she should accept, and Keisha (Netta Walker) works
...STRENGTH – As Simone (Geffri Maya) and the Bringston tennis team travel to their tournament, prepared to dominate, an unexpected encounter puts them in danger. Simone, being a leader for her team, provides strength in a time of serious trouble. Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) ponders his next move in one area of his life, while dealing with a new baseball rival that ends up proving useful. Meanwhile, Nathaniel (Rhoyle Ivy King) is presented with a challenge that she is unsure if she should accept, and Keisha (Netta Walker) works vigorously to appease her professor, which is met with grim consequences. Avi Youabian directed the episode written by Charia Rose (#213). Original airdate 3/13/2023.
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Behind the Mask
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EMBRACE THE MAGIC – With the Masquerade Dance around the corner, the students are feverishly working on their dance, sending and receiving invitations. Keisha (Netta Walker) works hard on choreographing the Masquerade Dance but takes out her frustrations on Cam (Mitchell Edwards). Simone (Geffri Maya) hosts a PKZ alum and is faced with thinking about her future, as Thea (Camille Hyde) also confronts what could be in store for her. Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) regrets following JR’s (Sylvester Powell) advice. Nate (Rhoyle Ivy King)
...EMBRACE THE MAGIC – With the Masquerade Dance around the corner, the students are feverishly working on their dance, sending and receiving invitations. Keisha (Netta Walker) works hard on choreographing the Masquerade Dance but takes out her frustrations on Cam (Mitchell Edwards). Simone (Geffri Maya) hosts a PKZ alum and is faced with thinking about her future, as Thea (Camille Hyde) also confronts what could be in store for her. Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) regrets following JR’s (Sylvester Powell) advice. Nate (Rhoyle Ivy King) is presented with a very unexpected surprise. Meanwhile, Marcus (Cory Hardrict) and Amara (Kelly Jenrette) take a first step in a new direction. Sylvain White directed the episode written by Jefferey David Thomas (#212). Original airdate 2/20/2023.
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I Can Tell
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MIDTERMS – As midterms loom at Bringston, Simone (Geffri Maya) has a lot on her mind and ends up having a heart-to-heart with her line sisters. Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) is confused by his midterm grades and finds a creative solution to his situation. Cam (Mitchell Edwards) is stuck in a precarious position with JR (Sylvester Powell). Meanwhile, Nate (Rhoyle Ivy King) finds an unlikely recruit for her campaign. Lastly, Marcus (Cory Hardrict) and Amara (Kelly Jenrette) find themselves rethinking their choices. Charissa
...MIDTERMS – As midterms loom at Bringston, Simone (Geffri Maya) has a lot on her mind and ends up having a heart-to-heart with her line sisters. Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) is confused by his midterm grades and finds a creative solution to his situation. Cam (Mitchell Edwards) is stuck in a precarious position with JR (Sylvester Powell). Meanwhile, Nate (Rhoyle Ivy King) finds an unlikely recruit for her campaign. Lastly, Marcus (Cory Hardrict) and Amara (Kelly Jenrette) find themselves rethinking their choices. Charissa Sanjarernsuithikul directed the episode written by Megan McNamara (#211). Original airdate 2/13/2023.
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Dance with My Father
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GIVE AND TAKE – With Simone and Thea both ready to reclaim their spot on the court, their coach and teammates force them to deal with the lingering tension in unique ways. Damon helps JR celebrate a major milestone, but a surprise guest gives them both a different view on the family dynamic. Trying to get back on the good side of her dance class puts Keisha at odds with two people she cares about. Meanwhile, Coach Marcus is put in a difficult position when his boss and Amara want different things. Leon Lozano directed the
...GIVE AND TAKE – With Simone and Thea both ready to reclaim their spot on the court, their coach and teammates force them to deal with the lingering tension in unique ways. Damon helps JR celebrate a major milestone, but a surprise guest gives them both a different view on the family dynamic. Trying to get back on the good side of her dance class puts Keisha at odds with two people she cares about. Meanwhile, Coach Marcus is put in a difficult position when his boss and Amara want different things. Leon Lozano directed the episode written by Marqui Jackson & Lamont Magee (#210). Original airdate 2/6/2023.
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Hard Place
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HEALING – Simone struggles with trying to balance her new “duties” and her loyalty to Nate, leaving her to question if she made the right decision. Marcus sees that Thea is struggling on the court and offers her help in an unexpected way. Damon tries to keep the baseball team focused as they inch closer to a big achievement. Meanwhile, Cam isn’t sure if pledging is for him, leaving JR to reevaluate the fraternity’s strategy. Michael Schultz directed the episode written by Alison McKenzie & Christopher N. Corte (#209). Original
...HEALING – Simone struggles with trying to balance her new “duties” and her loyalty to Nate, leaving her to question if she made the right decision. Marcus sees that Thea is struggling on the court and offers her help in an unexpected way. Damon tries to keep the baseball team focused as they inch closer to a big achievement. Meanwhile, Cam isn’t sure if pledging is for him, leaving JR to reevaluate the fraternity’s strategy. Michael Schultz directed the episode written by Alison McKenzie & Christopher N. Corte (#209). Original airdate 1/30/2023.
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Rock the Boat
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CLEARING THINGS UP – Once again, Simone’s (Geffri Maya) world has been rocked leaving her no choice but to stand up for herself with her support system fighting right by her side. Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) is at a personal low, but things get worse when a salacious rumor circulates about him and the baseball team. Keisha’s (Netta Walker) dance trajectory hits a major roadblock leaving everyone to rally around her. JR (Sylvester Powell) reflects on his friendship when Cam (Mitchell Edwards) shows interest in KEK. Meanwhile,
...CLEARING THINGS UP – Once again, Simone’s (Geffri Maya) world has been rocked leaving her no choice but to stand up for herself with her support system fighting right by her side. Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) is at a personal low, but things get worse when a salacious rumor circulates about him and the baseball team. Keisha’s (Netta Walker) dance trajectory hits a major roadblock leaving everyone to rally around her. JR (Sylvester Powell) reflects on his friendship when Cam (Mitchell Edwards) shows interest in KEK. Meanwhile, Amara (Kelly Jenrette) struggles with trying to balance being president and being an aunt. Christine Swanson directed the episode written by Cam’ron Moore & Jeffrey David Thomas (#208). Original airdate 01/23/2023.
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Integrity
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BEING SUPPORTIVE – Simone (Geffri Maya) is trying to break her long running tennis curse by acing her presentation and dealing with boy drama, but a blast from her past brings its own drama. Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) and Thea (Camille Hyde) are all set for a weekend away until the pressure of the high stakes game and interview messes with their plans. Marcus (Cory Hardrict) learns some disappointing news and turns to Amara (Kelly Jenrette) for support. Meanwhile, Cam (Mitchell Edwards) plays matchmaker for JR (Sylvester Powell)
...BEING SUPPORTIVE – Simone (Geffri Maya) is trying to break her long running tennis curse by acing her presentation and dealing with boy drama, but a blast from her past brings its own drama. Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) and Thea (Camille Hyde) are all set for a weekend away until the pressure of the high stakes game and interview messes with their plans. Marcus (Cory Hardrict) learns some disappointing news and turns to Amara (Kelly Jenrette) for support. Meanwhile, Cam (Mitchell Edwards) plays matchmaker for JR (Sylvester Powell) and a visit from a dance alum raises the bar for Keisha (Netta Walker) and she’s not sure how to handle the pressure. Steve Acevedo directed the episode written by Hollie Overton (#207). Original airdate 11/28/2022.
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Free Your Mind
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TRUST YOUR INSTINCT – Still not getting the sisterhood bond she craves from the tennis team, Simone’s (Geffri Maya) interest in joining a sorority grows, but she runs into some roadblocks. Marcus (Cory Hardrict) tasks Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) and JR (Sylvester Powell) with hosting a potential top baseball recruit, but unexpected tension between the two messes up everything. Nate (Rhoyle Ivy King) puts a more inclusive spin on an annual Black History Month event that not everyone is thrilled about. Thea’s (Camille Hyde) desire
...TRUST YOUR INSTINCT – Still not getting the sisterhood bond she craves from the tennis team, Simone’s (Geffri Maya) interest in joining a sorority grows, but she runs into some roadblocks. Marcus (Cory Hardrict) tasks Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) and JR (Sylvester Powell) with hosting a potential top baseball recruit, but unexpected tension between the two messes up everything. Nate (Rhoyle Ivy King) puts a more inclusive spin on an annual Black History Month event that not everyone is thrilled about. Thea’s (Camille Hyde) desire to return to the court forces her to decide on the best course for her career. Meanwhile, Amara (Kelly Jenrette) and Marcus meet resistance when they try to speak their truths. Keesha Sharp directed the episode written by Charia Rose & Megan McNamara (#206). Original airdate 11/21/2022.
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No More Drama
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SELF-CARE – When Amara (Kelly Jenrette) realizes that the student body is still reeling from recent events on campus, she gives everyone a mental health day. While everyone seems to be enjoying the activities on the quad, Simone (Geffri Maya) struggles with relaxing and finding a connection that doesn’t involve tennis. Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) is feeling insecure about his relationship with Thea (Camille Hyde), so he makes plans for the two of them, but when Thea gets a surprise visitor, things get awkward for Thea. Keisha
...SELF-CARE – When Amara (Kelly Jenrette) realizes that the student body is still reeling from recent events on campus, she gives everyone a mental health day. While everyone seems to be enjoying the activities on the quad, Simone (Geffri Maya) struggles with relaxing and finding a connection that doesn’t involve tennis. Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) is feeling insecure about his relationship with Thea (Camille Hyde), so he makes plans for the two of them, but when Thea gets a surprise visitor, things get awkward for Thea. Keisha (Netta Walker) is worried about how Cam (Mitchell Edwards) is holding up, but is commandeered by her dance professor, leaving Coach Marcus (Cory Hardrict) the opportunity to step up for Cam. Meanwhile, JR (Sylvester Powell) tries his hand at casual dating and learns something about his relationship style. Nikhil Paniz directed the episode written by Lamont Magee (#205). Original airdate 11/14/2022.
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We Shall Not Be Moved
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WEATHERING THE STORM – When Cam (Mitchell Edwards) receives a disturbing call for Amara (Kelly Jenrette), Amara immediately jumps into action which requires Bringston to shelter in place. Simone (Geffri Maya) struggles with being able to participate in Baby Shay’s first day of daycare only virtually, but when chaos ensues on campus, she finds comfort from someone unexpected. Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) comes to a decision about his birth parents which helps him make a surprising revelation. Not a fan of how Nate’s (Rhoyle Ivy
...WEATHERING THE STORM – When Cam (Mitchell Edwards) receives a disturbing call for Amara (Kelly Jenrette), Amara immediately jumps into action which requires Bringston to shelter in place. Simone (Geffri Maya) struggles with being able to participate in Baby Shay’s first day of daycare only virtually, but when chaos ensues on campus, she finds comfort from someone unexpected. Damon (Peyton Alex Smith) comes to a decision about his birth parents which helps him make a surprising revelation. Not a fan of how Nate’s (Rhoyle Ivy King) boyfriend treats Nate, Keisha (Netta Walker) grows concerned when Nate goes missing. Meanwhile, JR (Sylvester Powell) revisits a painful time in his past, forcing him to figure out what he wants for his future. David McWhirter directed the episode written by Marqui Jackson (#204). Original airdate 11/7/2022.