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Wally's Track Meet is the 18th episode of season 4 of the classic family sitcom Leave It to Beaver. In this episode, Wally participates in a track meet, but his anxiety gets the best of him.
As the day of the track meet approaches, Wally becomes increasingly nervous. Although he has been practicing diligently and is one of the best runners on the team, he worries that he will underperform and disappoint his friends, family, and coaches.
Meanwhile, Beaver is excited to watch his big brother compete and eagerly anticipates the track meet. He pesters his parents with questions about the event and expresses his admiration for Wally's abilities.
On the day of the track meet, the Cleaver family arrives at the stadium and takes their seats in the stands. Wally warms up with the other members of the team, but his nerves continue to plague him. He imagines the worst-case scenarios, such as tripping on the field or finishing last in his race.
When it is time for Wally's event, the 100-yard dash, he lines up with the other runners. As the starting gun goes off, Wally takes off down the track with determination. However, he stumbles momentarily and falls behind the other runners. Despite his setback, Wally refuses to give up and puts in a valiant effort to catch up.
In the end, Wally finishes in third place, which he initially believes is a disappointing result. However, his coach and teammates praise him for his effort and determination, reminding him that he still earned a spot on the podium. Wally realizes that his anxiety and self-doubt had clouded his perception of his own performance, and he feels proud of his accomplishment.
After the track meet, the Cleavers return home, where Wally receives a congratulatory phone call from his uncle. Beaver excitedly shares the details of the track meet with their parents, including Wally's impressive finish. Ward and June congratulate Wally and express their pride in their son's efforts.
Throughout the episode, Leave It to Beaver showcases the themes of perseverance and self-confidence. Wally faces his fears and overcomes his anxiety to compete in the track meet, ultimately emerging as a stronger and more confident young man. The show also highlights the importance of family support and encouragement, as Ward, June, and Beaver cheer on Wally and celebrate his success.
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CastBarbara BillingsleyHugh BeaumontTony DowJohn CloseHarold T. Dane
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First AiredJanuary 28, 1961
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Content RatingTV-G
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Runtime25 min
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LanguageEnglish
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IMDB Rating8.1 (79)
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