: Coach Cal Maddox approaches Maddie about Ty’s declining performance on the baseball field and in school, suggesting a meeting with his father, Bill. Ty, resentful of his father’s cheating and his mistress Noreen's pregnancy, refuses to have Bill involved in his life decisions.
: At Sullivan’s, Dana Sue is overwhelmed and snaps at her staff, including new arrival Isaac. She eventually offers Erik Whitley the sous chef position after he impresses her with his grandmother's soup recipe. Sweet Magnolias s01e02
: Ty’s frustration peaks during a baseball game where Bill and Noreen’s presence causes him to be mocked by teammates. Meanwhile, Annie deals with her own disconnect from her mother, Dana Sue. : Coach Cal Maddox approaches Maddie about Ty’s
'Sweet Magnolias' 1x02 Rewatch: 'A United Front' - Fangirlish She eventually offers Erik Whitley the sous chef
: Their professional meeting about Ty marks a turning point as they begin a "cute flirtation".