Back-to-school is coach Alisha Dunlap's favorite time because it marks the start of cheerleading season. When Alisha looks to fill a spot on her elite team, two ultra-competitive moms try to get their daughters on the team.

Fresh from a strong showing at the exhibition, Alisha is intent on making sure Youth Silver continues to improve. Shannon is in charge of a last minute charity fundraiser, but will Ann's actions force Shannon to sever their friendship.

Alisha chooses 5 athletes to return to Chicago to compete in duo and trio divisions. They have just one week to prepare but two girls are struggling. Ann and Shannon continue to argue. And Alisha proposes a radical change for the gym.

Two weeks away from their biggest competition, Youth Silver performs a full dress rehearsal. Ann learns that Andrea is named team mom president, and the Parents' Squad takes the floor-- if Alisha and RD can just get along.