Friday Night Tykes

Questions about parenting and safety arise when a player gets injured. Meanwhile, a coach and manager argue as the winless Jr. Broncos struggle.

Coaches prepare for a winning season in the premiere of this reality series following five teams in the Texas Youth Football Association. First up: A player is forced to run laps in hot weather after missing four weeks of training to visit his grandmother; and two rival teams compete in an opening game on turf that's "home" to both of them.

Off-field tensions result in an on-field altercation between the Outlaws and Junior Broncos. Meanwhile, the Jr. Rockets try to salvage their season and their coach attempts to salvage his career.

Already facing a crisis at home, the coach of the struggling Jr. Rockets, Charles Chavarria, loses the support of team parents before a showdown with the undefeated Colts.

In an epic ending to the regular season, the top two teams meet in a battle of the unbeatens. Meanwhile, the Jr. Broncos must win to keep their playoff hopes alive.

With the playoffs finally here, the Outlaws and Colts try to regroup—and plan on meeting again—after their recent showdown. Meanwhile, the Predators look to pull off an upset in the first round, and the Jr. Broncos wait to discover if they're in the post-season...or done for the year.

A review of the series' controversial first season addresses topics including the role of youth sports in America, parental pressure, and the expectations for coaches.