Coach Season 1 Episode 7
Coach
Season 1

Ep 7. 19 Candles

  • TV-PG
  • April 12, 1989
  • 23 min
  • 7.4  (66)

In "Coach" Season 1 Episode 7, titled "19 Candles," the Hayden family comes together to celebrate the 19th birthday of youngest son, Timothy. Throughout the episode, Coach Hayden faces challenges in both his personal and professional life.

Firstly, Coach is struggling to come up with a meaningful birthday gift for Timothy. He's unable to afford the expensive presents that his other children received from their affluent mother, and a practical gift like a watch seems too impersonal. Coach's struggles are further compounded when he discovers that Timothy has a girlfriend, and he feels out of touch and disconnected from his son's life.

Meanwhile, at work, Coach is irritable and snaps at his players during practice. His assistant coach, Dauber, tries to intervene and get to the root of the problem. After confessing that he feels like he's failing Timothy as a father, Dauber offers his perspective as a young man and the two share a heartwarming conversation.

As the birthday celebration approaches, the whole Hayden family gathers at the house. Timothy's older siblings bring lavish gifts and Coach's ex-wife, Christine, brings an extravagant cake. In the midst of the festivities, tensions rise as Christine brings up old grievances and tries to assert her dominance in the family. Meanwhile, Coach finds himself bonding with Timothy's girlfriend's father, who is a fellow coach.

The highlight of the episode is Timothy's birthday speech, which he dedicates to his father. Timothy expresses his gratitude for all the sacrifices that Coach has made for their family and how he has always been there for them. The heartfelt speech brings tears to Coach's eyes and serves as a cathartic moment for him.

Overall, "19 Candles" is a touching and humorous episode that delves into the dynamics of the Hayden family and the challenges that come with being a parent. It also highlights the importance of communication and being present in one's children's lives.

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  • First Aired
    April 12, 1989
  • Content Rating
    TV-PG
  • Runtime
    23 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.4  (66)
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