Timothy F. Crowley

It's the state championship so the Dillon Panthers are gearing up for the state championship and all eyes are on Coach Taylor.

The Taylors face several decisions that could permanently change their lives; Julie's plans for the future surprise Coach and Tami; the Lions go to State.

Summer comes to an end, and the team hopes to continue its success despite many changes taking place; Eric begins his career as TMU head coach; Tami goes into labour; someone from Tyra's past visits her; Matt and Landry struggle with new lifestyles.

After pressure from Texas Methodist University, Coach Taylor makes a decision that disrupts his future at Dillon and upsets the women in his life.

The first Friday night of the season holds surprises for the Panthers; Smash and Saracen's problems get the best of them; Eric returns to see his old team in shambles; Riggins faces a scary situation.

The cheerleaders are the focus of the town's attention as they prepare for the Championship Classic, and Lyla's affair with Riggins makes her the victim of high-school harassment. Coach Taylor tries to keep Matt and Julie apart.