Sam learns to stand up to his over-protective parents and the newly-formed Desperados play their first match of the season but lose badly to the Manchester Maniacs.
Gabby's reluctant to play but annoyed by Charlie, she is goaded into a shoot out. She wins and is persuaded to join the team. They still lose their match, but have a much better game.
Vicky quits Desperados, but on her school trip she realises she's taken her problems with her. She returns, and helps the team to their first victory.
In a desperate bid to salvage his friendship with Charlie, Aidan joins the team. The team faces their toughest match to date and win.