A Sort of Homecoming

Guest stars

Brad Lelandas Buddy Garrity

Zach Gilfordas Matt Saracen

Dora Madison Burgeas Becky Sproles

Jeremy Sumpteras Joe Doyle "J.D." McCoy

Kim Dickensas Shelby Garrett

Alicia Wittas Cheryl Sproles

Steve Harrisas Virgil Merriweather

Derek Phillipsas Billy Riggins

TTimothy F. Crowleyas Coach Crowley

Louanne Stephensas Lorraine Saracen

David Cowgillas Slammin' Sammy Meade

Stacey Oristanoas Mindy Collette

Russell DeGrazieras Coach Stan Traub

Troy Hoganas Principal Levi Burnwell

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