Simone and the gang rally around Amara as she struggles with what to do next as new information comes to light. Coach Marcus is excited about the all-HBCU baseball game he put together until an old teammate stirs up bad memories that could possibly derail everything. As Damon, JR and the team are focused on the game, they are faced with some challenging guests and new adversaries. Thea has a close call with danger which costs her one relationship and brings a potential new one into her life. Meanwhile, Simone struggles to explain to Jordan her friendship "break-up" with Damon.

As Homecoming week continues, Simone grapples with her role on the tennis team and Thea receives some upsetting news. With Coach Marcus nowhere to be found, an interim coach steps in which creates conflict for Damon and JR as they try to win their most important game. Keisha throws herself into raising funds for Bringston in the hopes of helping to keep her chosen family together, while Cam makes a decision that could have major consequences. Meanwhile, Amara finds herself back in the spotlight with a surprising career opportunity.

Simone finds herself once again at odds with her teammates. Damon is stressed about how his decision will affect those around him. Keisha is all in on her new dance major, but she must overcome a roadblock that she didn’t anticipate.

Simone shows a different side of herself that does not go unnoticed as she reclaims her power on and off the court, but she must decide if that is the best strategy. Damon’s determination to ignore his unresolved relationship with Jessie leads to conflict and an uncertainty within the team. Cam has an unexpected visitor who will challenge him on his decision to pursue music, leaving Cam to turn to Keisha for support. As Amara settles into her new job, she receives an anonymous critique, making her realize that she needs to sacrifice something important to her. Meanwhile, JR and Nate find themselves revisiting the past, but each has a different outcome.

When Cam receives a disturbing call for Amara, Amara immediately jumps into action which requires Bringston to shelter in place. Simone struggles with being able to participate in Baby Shay’s first day of daycare only virtually, but when chaos ensues on campus, she finds comfort from someone unexpected. Damon comes to a decision about his birth parents which helps him make a surprising revelation. Not a fan of how Nate’s boyfriend treats Nate, Keisha grows concerned when Nate goes missing. Meanwhile, JR revisits a painful time in his past, forcing him to figure out what he wants for his future.

When Amara realizes that the student body is still reeling from recent events on campus, she gives everyone a mental health day. While everyone seems to be enjoying the activities on the quad, Simone struggles with relaxing and finding a connection that doesn’t involve tennis. Damon is feeling insecure about his relationship with Thea, so he makes plans for the two of them, but when Thea gets a surprise visitor, things get awkward for Thea. Keisha is worried about how Cam is holding up, but is commandeered by her dance professor, leaving Coach Marcus the opportunity to step up for Cam. Meanwhile, JR tries his hand at casual dating and learns something about his relationship style.

Simone is trying to break her long-running tennis curse by acing her presentation and dealing with boy drama, but a blast from her past brings its own drama. Damon and Thea are all set for a weekend away until the pressure of the high-stakes game and interview messes with their plans. Marcus learns some disappointing news and turns to Amara (Kelly Jenrette) for support. Meanwhile, Cam plays matchmaker for JR, and a visit from a dance alum raises the bar for Keisha, and she’s not sure how to handle the pressure.

Once again, Simone’s world has been rocked, leaving her no choice but to stand up for herself with her support system fighting right by her side. Damon is at a personal low, but things get worse when a salacious rumor circulates about him and the baseball team. Keisha’s dance trajectory hits a major roadblock leaving everyone to rally around her. JR reflects on his friendship when Cam shows interest in KEK. Meanwhile, Amara struggles with trying to balance being president and being an aunt.

Simone struggles with trying to balance her new “duties” and her loyalty to Nate, leaving her to question if she made the right decision. Marcus sees that Thea is struggling on the court and offers her help in an unexpected way. Damon tries to keep the baseball team focused as they inch closer to a big achievement. Meanwhile, Cam isn’t sure if pledging is for him, leaving JR to reevaluate the fraternity’s strategy.

Keisha works hard on choreographing the Masquerade Dance but takes out her frustrations on Cam; Simone hosts a PKZ alum and is faced with thinking about her future; Damon regrets following JR's advice.

Simone and the Bringston tennis team work together to make the biggest decision of their season; the Lions take on their biggest rival for the conference championship; Cam goes to JR with a serious situation; Nate faces a difficult decision.

As Simone preps for the exhibition match, she is presented with unexpected obstacles; JR stands up for Cam in an unusual way; Damon gets advice from an unlikely source as he struggles with an important interview.

Simone leads up the PKZ voter registration drive and chooses an unexpected partner; JR confides in Keisha; Gabi tells Cam that she is worried about JR.

Simone's friends turn out for her on her 21st birthday; Keisha is concerned that she hasn't heard back from any graduate programs; Marcus struggles with making an important connection; JR talks to Lando about bringing baseball back to Bringston.

Simone struggles with a crisis as Thea returns to Bringston; Keisha goes to JR for advice; Lando learns more about the history of KEK.

Simone has to choose between the most important things in her life; Nate's cousin reaches out, which brings up some very raw emotions resulting in a heart-to-heart with Lando; Keisha comes up with a plan to help JR.

When JR is unable to take Simone to her appointment, Lando steps in; Lando and Simone help each other see the best in themselves; Simone makes a confession to someone important in her life.

When Simone is forced to fight for her spot on the tennis team, she encounters an unlikely adversary on the court; JR and Lando pitch the board to bring baseball back to Bringston; Cam makes a huge gamble resulting in a visit from Big Hank.

Simone and JR become inspired by the importance of legacy and have new ideas about their futures; Cam and Keisha hit a crossroad in their relationship; Nate stumbles upon something she was not meant to find; Marcus holds a wellness event.

Simone is determined to return to tennis as a champion; JR thinks Noah may be hiding something; Gabi joins Cam at the recording studio and makes a discovery.

Simone gets ready to face one of the toughest matches of her career as the team comes up with an idea to get student support for the tennis team; JR finds a sponsor for the club team, but not everyone is on board with the choice; Keisha has an idea.

Simone opens up to Amara when her integrity is questioned; Damon returns and gives some sound advice to JR; Lando is skeptical about his future possibilities; Marcus wants to do everything he can for Noah but is met with some resistance.