Friday Night Tykes

2014 • Esquire Network
4.8
603 reviews
TV-14
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Season 1 episodes (11)

1 Weakness Leaving the Body
1/14/14
In the season premiere, get to know the 8 to 9-year-olds of San Antonio's Rookie division football league. Follow five bitter rivals from their first day of practice through the first game of the season. Along the way, you'll meet the demanding and passionate coaches and pint-sized players of "Friday Night Tykes."
2 Whose House
1/14/14
The Northeast Colts and Judson Jr. Rockets may share a home field, but these neighbors are far from friendly. After years of dominance, the Jr. Rockets might not be the best team on their own field. Coming off a blowout of the Warriors, the Colts enter the season's biggest grudge match with a lot of confidence. Can the Jr. Rockets scouts craft a killer game plan and show the Colts whose house they're in?
3 Now They're Playing Scared
1/21/14
After a second shutout, the Outlaws go into their first big game with a perfect record. On the other side of the ball, the Predators keep hearing trash talk from a hard-hitting Outlaws squad. Add to that a member of the Predators older squad getting a major concussion and intimidation starts to set in. Can Coach Brashears quiet their fear, or will his team get rolled by the Outlaws? Meanwhile, the Jr. Rockets and Jr. Broncos try to rebound from disappointing starts.
4 Protect Our Kids!
1/28/14
Despite holding opponents scoreless during their first three games, the Outlaws coaches are very upset with the lack of team unity during last week's trouncing of the Warriors. The coaches come down hard on a team that already has a reputation for not playing the right way. The Outlaws' discipline comes into question again during their game against the Jr. Broncos when parents call out the coaches for encouraging dirty hits. Can the Outlaws avoid the same tired perceptions? Meanwhile, the Jr. Rockets' continued slide draws the team president's attention.
5 Why?
2/4/14
Both the Jr. Broncos and Jr. Rockets have stumbled out of the blocks this season. Coach Charles Chavarria scrambles for answers as his Jr. Broncos prepare for a big matchup against the league-leading Colts, but trouble at home is sapping his focus. Can he choose between his family and his team? Meanwhile, team president Keith Dyson steps in to take over the Jr. Rockets offense--and the results aren't pretty.
6 All for Nothing
2/25/14
A brutal losing streak has mirrored Coach Chavarria's turmoil at home, but hope isn't lost in either respect. With their back against the wall, the Jr. Broncos start a late push for the playoffs. Next, Coach Brashears picks over game footage to find a chink in the Colts' defense. Will they be able to contain Colts' phenom running back Tadion Lott? And finally, the top-ranked Outlaws have a personal score to settle with the Warriors. See the tension play out on the gridiron!
7 Today Is the Test
3/4/14
Bragging rights are on the line in this battle of the unbeatens! The Colts and Outlaws are locking horns in the season's final week. Can the Outlaws contain Colts' ace in the hole, running back Tadion Lott? Or will a true offensive threat doom their defense's perfect season? Meanwhile, the Jr. Broncos have a shot at getting back to an even record and keeping that glimmer of playoff hope alive--but a formidable Jr. Rockets team stands in their way. Can the miracle comeback continue?
8 Win or Go Home
3/11/14
It's the playoffs, baby! TYFA officials gather to decide on the seeding and Coach Chavarria's Jr. Broncos are on the bubble after a flurry at season's finish. Will they make the cut or hang up their cleats for the winter? Meanwhile, the Outlaws cruise to a top seed and have to contend with a lull in intensity during their first bye-week. The Outlaws are taking their defeat much worse, with parents voicing serious concerns about the team's game plan. Then, it's time for the first dose of playoff action as Coach Brashears' underdog Predators and the Floresville Wildcats clash in an instant classic. Will they avoid the one-and-done?
9 Send Them Home
3/18/14
The days are getting shorter, but the playoffs stretch on. First up, the Predators hope to keep their Cinderella story going after a big upset in the first round--but will injury doom their season? Meanwhile, the Colts and Outlaws cruise through the second round on a collision course. Can the Colts capture redemption, or will things play out much the same in the rematch? See who secures city bragging rights and who gets sent home in a Thanksgiving matchup for the ages!
10 Finish What We Started
3/25/14
In the season finale, the playoffs roll on and the Outlaws are just two wins away from becoming Texas state champions. After beating the Mission Mustangs, the Outlaws advance to the state finals and face their toughest competition yet--the Houston Kid Cougars. Despite a nearly perfect season, the unity of the most disciplined team in the league will be tested. The coaches clash when Coach Tony wants to deviate from the team itinerary, put family first and take his son Lucas to a football game--risking Lucas's chance of starting. Will Coach Fred stick to his word and keep Lucas out of the game?
11 Tackling Tykes
4/1/14
Spiraling off of the recent national debate surrounding youth football, this 90-minute special goes beyond a mere season recap and explores issues surrounding competitive youth sports in America. Hosted by The Insider's Kevin Frazier, Tackling Tykes will feature thoughtful discussion and heated debates on topics such as safety, the role of coaches and parents, values learned in youth sports, and more. Additionally, coaches and parents from Friday Night Tykes discuss their feelings about the passionate response the series has garnered from viewers.

About this show

With no size or weight limit for its players, Texas Youth Football Association is one of the most competitive youth football leagues in the country. For many of the parents, coaches and players documented in Friday Night Tykes, football is a lifestyle--the centerpiece of their community and, in some cases, even a substitute family.

Ratings and reviews

4.8
603 reviews
Ricardo Serrano
March 26, 2015
Football is a grind!!! My boys play youth football and High school football they are tearing it up best running backs by far we never miss a show love it...we represent PHX.AZ. The North Central Thunderbird's and The Sunnyslope Vikings Varsity Football 🏉
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Garrett Petite Sr
January 31, 2015
I am a 23 year old man heading back to school to play ball again and ill have my son with me and this show was the absolute reason I chose the state of Teaxas to all the coaches and parents of the players I salute you It's an beautiful thing what you guys are doing
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Marinia Prince
February 3, 2015
Luv the way they coach and play the game and thank parents and team and just not having that certain kids getting all the attention I believe Zoe can turn out to to be a beast
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