Ep 1. Crash, Part 1

In the first episode of Baywatch season 9, entitled "Crash, Part 1," the team at Baywatch headquarters experiences a major shake-up when a new team leader is brought in to replace Mitch Buchannon (David Hasselhoff). Jenna Avid (Donna D'Errico), a former Baywatch lifeguard herself, arrives with a mission to modernize and streamline the operation. With her come new mandates and protocols that some of the team members, including Hobie Buchannon (Jeremy Jackson), struggle to accept.

Meanwhile, Eddie Kramer (Billy Warlock) and Shauni McClain (Erika Eleniak) work to rescue a group of children who have been swept away by a current while playing on the beach. The rescue mission is further complicated when Eddie's own nephew is among the missing children. The team mobilizes to conduct a search and rescue operation, but they soon learn that the situation is even more dire than they initially realized.

As the Baywatch team grapples with this emergency, they are tugged in multiple directions as other crises emerge: Michael Newman (Michael Newman) and his pregnant wife return to see their wedding ceremony disrupted by a car crash involving a reckless driver and Celeste Dupont (Kristian Alfonso), a French model who has been forced to make an emergency landing on the beach. The team must find a way to deal with all of these situations at once while navigating new organizational challenges and facing the prospect of losing one of their own.

The episode is filled with pulse-pounding action, drama, and tension as the Baywatch team faces their toughest challenges yet. With the arrival of Jenna and the changes she brings, the team must confront their fears and insecurities while working together to save lives and protect their community. As always, the show blends heart-pounding action with compelling character development, offering viewers an engaging and entertaining viewing experience.

Overall, "Crash, Part 1," is a thrilling and engaging start to season 9 of Baywatch. With its unique blend of action, drama, and heart, the show continues to captivate audiences and keep them coming back for more. Whether you are a long-time fan of the series or just tuning in for the first time, this episode is sure to hook you and leave you eagerly anticipating the next installment.