Legendary baseball coach, Don, gets inexperienced Michael as his new assistant coach. As their lives dramatically change, the coaches must come together to help their team win.
Acting
McGinley's volcanic meltdowns are chef's kiss
Writing
Play adaptation keeps dialogue snappy and theatrical
Direction
Directors' documentary background grounds the sports clichés
Director
George Flanigen
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Based on Richard Dresser's play 'Rounding Third'—the stage origins explain why it feels like two dudes yelling in a room sometimes. McGinley originated the role off-Broadway in 2003.
Directors Deaton and Flanigen spent decades making ESPN documentaries, which explains the authentic grime of youth baseball and why the games feel like actual chaos rather than cinematic glory.
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