This week on All American, it’s Homecoming at South Crenshaw High!
As Amina preps to be honored as Ms. South Crenshaw, she reflects on missing her mom’s presence. One can’t help but to wonder if the details of her death will ever come out. It’s bound to be a fall out between her, Preach and even Coop!
Over at Beverly, just as we think Cassius is finally letting go of his one sided grudge against the Bakers, a TV interview sparks further animosity. But for what though? Coach Billy Baker’s legacy remains intact and the imaginary beef is getting out of hand at this point. A later conversation between him and Jordan makes you think the rivalry has the potential to be more friendly after all.
The fake relationship between KJ and Amina is over, but the chemistry is as real as ever. They have a habit of showing up for each other in a way that goes beyond friendship. KJ advises Amina to pay homage to her mom after finding out she was Ms. South Crenshaw back in the day. While at the same time, she encourages him to give Cassius an outlet of new friends hoping to relieve some of that football tension. DTF anyone? You know, Dads That Friend lol.
Now although Quarterback Jordan was a time, Coach Jordan has turned out to be quite the vibe! Watching him transition into his role as a coach at South Crenshaw High has been rewarding for all parties involved. However it’s not all rainbows and sunshine. He faces the complexities of mentorship and leadership, balancing his responsibilities with personal aspirations.
Khalil… Khalil… Khalil… one can’t help but to see remnants of a young Spencer James in him. He struggles to be so much more than his environment both on and off the field. Yet, his past gang affiliation follows him everywhere. The homecoming game is forfeited after a halftime brawl involving both teams. However, Khalil takes full responsibility for both teams actions. Heavy is the head that wears the crown right?
Layla continues to find balance in managing her lounge and producing for now songwriter, Elle. She sees potential in her performing again but Elle is nervous of her past social media post shining a bad light on Layla and her label. Layla, ever so motivating, has also become a safe space for Khalil to express himself and one has to say we are loving that budding relationship… the mother figure he unfortunately never got to have.
In an attempt to make up for Homecoming being cancelled to Amina, Khalil organizes a cute date on the football field, where ignored sparks continue to fly, but neither acts on it. How much more of a slow burn do they really need at this point?
The episode concludes with Cassius finally accepting that it’s time to make new friends in Beverly as KJ sends old news clippings of Monique, Amina’s mom to her. Jordan and Coach Bobby finally see eye to eye during an interview where they protest the reputation of their players. While Preach and Coop decide it’s finally time to tell Amina the truth. But wait… Amina, tired of the lies, runs off to Baltimore to spend time with her maternal grandparents. Will the truth set her free or leave her with even more confusion into her mother’s past?
New episodes of All American airs Mondays at 7pm on the CW as well as you can catch the season streaming on the CW app.
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