Ep 15. Triple Play

Rose receives an invitation to her high school's Hall of Fame dinner and is excited to attend, but her nerves get the best of her and she worries she won't have anyone to sit with. Blanche and Dorothy both have plans for the evening, but Sophia agrees to go with Rose to the dinner. However, when they arrive, they discover that Sophia was not the best choice of a companion for such a fancy event.

Meanwhile, Blanche and Dorothy are competing against each other in a bowling tournament, each determined to win the grand prize of a free trip to the Bahamas. However, when they realize they need a third player for their team, they recruit Rose's blind friend Alvin, whom they assume will not be able to play very well. But to their surprise, Alvin turns out to be an excellent bowler and they become worried that he might be a better player than either of them.

Back at the Hall of Fame dinner, Sophia begins to feel out of place and starts drinking heavily. She ends up making a scene and embarrassing Rose, causing her to leave the dinner early. When they arrive back home, Rose is upset and angry with Sophia for ruining her big night. However, Sofia is quick to apologize and admits that she was feeling left out and unwanted, which is why she acted out.

The next day, Blanche and Dorothy are still worried about their bowling tournament and decide to practice with Alvin. They quickly discover that Alvin has a secret: he is a former professional bowler who retired after losing his sight. With Alvin on their team, they are confident that they will win the tournament and the trip to the Bahamas.

During the tournament, Blanche and Dorothy's confidence wavers as they struggle to keep up with Alvin's perfect score. They start to doubt their abilities and fear that they might lose the game. However, with some encouragement from Rose, they regain their confidence and go on to win the tournament.

With their victory secured, Blanche and Dorothy invite Rose and Sophia to join them on the free trip to the Bahamas. Despite their initial reservations, Sophia and Rose agree to go and the four friends excitedly plan their vacation together.

Overall, Triple Play is a fun and lighthearted episode that showcases the strong bond between the four women. Though they have their differences and disagreements, they always come together as a team to support each other and overcome any obstacle that comes their way. With its mix of humor and heart, this episode is a great example of why The Golden Girls continues to be a beloved and iconic TV show.