Devin: We've been on a roll,
winning three out of the last four games.
We've got a great coach, a good field,
and some skills.
But it also doesn't hurt that we're sticking to our pre-game rituals.
After all, we don't want to jinx anything.
Of course, it's not all about the luck.
Ready?
Let's do it.
You still have to work hard
and put in the hours,
and then success will follow.
That being said,
if I don't find my lucky headband...
I'm toast.
♪ Five, six ♪
♪ Five, six, seven, eight ♪
♪♪
[cheering]
Game time. Let's go.
I can't play. I need my headband.
You lost your headband?
Chill. Pre-game superstitions are lame.
It's all in your head.
Okay. You're right.
I can do this without my headband.
Yeah. You'd better find that headband.
Do you really think your headband got up
and crawled under the rug?
This isn't funny.
I've looked everywhere.
Did you take it?
Yes. I borrowed it to keep the hair out of my eyes
while I put on my make-up.
You know the rules.
No games until after your homework's done.
I thought you had math to do.
Finished it in class.
Well, clearly your teacher doesn't know
what the term "homework" means.
No. He assigned it for tonight,
but I did it while he was teaching.
Shouldn't you be listening when he's teaching?
He's not exactly giving a TED talk. I can do both.
Where did it go?
Still looking for your headband, huh?
Well, don't worry. It's gonna turn up.
Yeah? Where?
I have a guess. Your room,
buried under that giant mound of clothes.
It might look messy, but I have a system.
Mom, you don't understand. I need my headband.
Easy. I get it.
I don't. It's completely nuts.
I can show you a math formula
that proves the absurdity of superstitions.
And I can show you a formula
that proves I can use your head as a soccer ball.
That's actually physics.
But point taken.
[sigh]
It's a disaster.
My game is totally off.
I missed every shot in practice,
not to mention tripping twice.
Oh, I'm really freaking out about our next game.
Same thing happened to me when I lost my hair gel.
- I was useless. - Wait.
Your good luck charm is your hair gel?
Hair this good doesn't just happen.
[giggling]
What happened to you?
I got in a fight.
You should, uh, see the other guy.
He tripped over a gopher hole.
I can't believe we have to practice on the girls' field.
Yeah. I feel bad about that.
That was sarcastic, by the way.
See you later.
[laughing]
Why are you fraternizing with the enemy?
She's not the enemy.
We-- We lost fair and square.
It's not fair and square.
We should have never had to compete for our own field.
We have a perfect record. Case closed.
Why are you in such a bad mood anyway?
Besides the fact that the girls hijacked our field,
Miss Wagner just announced we're having a math quiz on Thursday.
I'm totally going to fail.
You should be used to that by now, huh?
It's not funny. I'm not ready for it.
Well, did you ask the teacher for help?
It's kind of what they're there for.
Of course not. Why would I spend my free time
talking to a teacher?
Yeah. You're right. You're going to fail.
Mom? Dad? What's going on?
Are you here because you found my headband?
Yes. I left work in the middle of the day
to come here and give you a headband.
We're here to talk to Principal Walker.
Apparently, Bailey's been--
If it's not about me, I got to go.
Nice to be concerned about the well-being of your brother.
You were reading a comic book in math class?
What? I don't see the big deal.
I'm getting an A.
Well, that's irrelevant.
It's disruptive to Mr. Williams' class.
How?
[laughing] I'm being quiet.
Bailey, you still have to pay attention.
Why? I'm bored.
I already know everything he's teaching.
Well, then maybe you should participate.
I do. Just last week I pointed out
that the formula he put on the board was wrong.
He wasn't even close.
I mean, seriously, is he even a real math teacher?
Well, he's covering an extra two classes this semester.
He may be a tad overwhelmed.
The point is you need to change your attitude.
I don't know what you want from me.
If I point out the teacher's mistake, I get in trouble.
If I stay quiet in class, I get in trouble.
Isn't it enough that I'm acing the class?
Maybe he should be in a more challenging math class.
Maybe I should have a talk with Mr. Williams.
Thank you for coming in.
- Thank you very much. - Thank you.
Thank you.
- Can I get my comic back? - No.
Well, worth a shot.
- Thank you. - Thank you.
You wanted to see me, Coach?
What's going on with you lately?
Your soccer is... how should I put this?
- Great? - Nope.
The opposite of that.
I was hoping you hadn't noticed.
Your pass to Zoe hit me in the head.
I noticed.
Yeah. Sorry about that.
You're going to think I'm crazy,
but it's because I lost my headband.
Your headband?
I know how it sounds. It's just lucky to me.
And don't ask me how.
The yips.
Uh, excuse me? The yips?
When you lose your mojo and your playing suffers.
Most athletes get it sooner or later.
So you don't think I'm crazy.
Years ago, I had an Argentinian centavo.
That's a coin.
I kept it in my sock during every game.
It was very lucky.
Then I lost it.
It affected everything: soccer, school.
My girlfriend broke up with me.
Huh. She gave me the centavo in the first place.
So you're saying my bad luck is going to spread?
Whoa. Relax. It's just a story
to let you know that you're not alone.
It's not really making me feel better.
The yips will pass.
Look, when I first started with you,
you were weak on your left side.
Yeah. So I've been told.
So was it your headband that practiced every day
to strengthen your weak foot?
No. It was you.
I guess.
You shouldn't have to guess.
You should know.
You're a good player,
with or without your headband.
Thanks, Coach.
Did you ever find your lucky coin?
Yes.
And you'll find your headband.
Until then, I'm staying away from you.
[sigh]
Ohh.
Face it. I'm cursed.
Don't be ridiculous. The reason your phone broke
isn't because you don't have your headband.
It's because you have a cheap case.
I drop my phone all the time without a problem.
Are we still talking about this?
You're being paranoid.
Everyone, take your seats.
We have a new student joining us.
What's your brother doing here?
Everyone, meet Bailey.
I believe you two know each other.
Hi, sis.
I don't understand.
Well, since my own math class is for children,
the principal moved me up here.
Devin, do you mind sharing your textbook with Bailey
until he gets his own?
Uh, I guess.
I just want to say I'm really happy to be in this class
with you all, especially you, Miss Wagner.
Your reputation precedes you.
[laughter]
Okay, that's enough.
Still think I'm being paranoid?
Yeah. It's possible you may be a little cursed.
Yeah.
I cannot believe you let them put Bailey in my class.
We had a good day, too, thank you for asking.
Do you know how embarrassing it was? We had to share a desk.
And don't even get me started on the pre-class Oscar speech.
Hey, we didn't know they were going to put him in your class, Dev.
You got to admit it's kind of cool.
- Dad. - I know.
I'm just trying to put a good spin on it.
Come on. It's not going to be so bad.
Yes. It will be.
After class he was hanging around cracking bad jokes.
Give him a break. He's younger than everyone.
- He's just trying to fit in. - Exactly.
Which is why he should stay in his grade.
Kara: This is why I'm happy I'm an only child.
Right. You're so lucky.
Hey, maybe you can flunk out
and get transferred to his old class.
You think I haven't thought about that?
So I have some good news,
but maybe you're not in the mood to hear it.
Please, I'd love to hear some good news.
Our team got invited to play in the U14 Florida Cup.
We're staying on the beach.
That's amazing. When?
[sigh] That's the thing.
It's over spring break.
When you're supposed to come visit me?
I know. I'm sorry.
It's the yips.
What?
Nothing.
It's just...
my bad luck is now traveling time zones.
Speaking of which, it's still three hours later here.
Right. I keep forgetting.
Good night.
Still doing your homework?
I just finished.
Good for you.
Want to compare answers?
No.
Okay, but...
you got number 5 wrong.
I didn't ask.
Okay. But I'm happy to help if you want.
It's actually pretty easy once you get the hang of it.
Are you here for a reason?
Do you think some of the gang from math class
might want to hang out this weekend?
Some of the gang? No.
That's not happening. Ever.
- Just leave me alone. - Fine.
The answer's 3 pi.
- What? - Question 5.
I don't care.
I feel bad talking about Devin behind her back.
Why? We talk about you all the time.
Well, I do.
We're not talking bad about her.
We're just trying to help her.
Yeah. we need to find her headband.
It's messing with her head, literally.
You're right, but how?
We have to search the school inch by inch.
Where would we even start? This school is huge.
I can get a blueprint of the building
with all the air ducts.
Or my mom sometimes uses this psychic.
She's helped solve crimes and everything.
Why does your mom need help crime solving?
[door closes]
[scoff] Relax. You guys look guilty.
We thought you were Devin.
Guess where I was last night.
At the mall getting socks.
And we care why?
When I was there, I also got this.
You found Devin's headband at the mall?
No. I bought it.
This is why I talk about you behind your back.
Listen, all we need to do is make it look old--
like, maybe we could rub some dirt on it or something.
Devin will never know the difference.
But that's lying.
Well, it's not lying
if it's for a good cause.
Yes, it is.
But I'm on board.
Whatever we need to do to help Devin.
Great.
Then let's do this.
I suggest we start by removing the price tag.
Thought you said you were going to spend your lunch
studying for your math quiz.
I was. But then I got a better idea.
I think I'm going to have the flu that day.
Is that the same flu you got for your English presentation?
Yep. It's going around and around.
You know, when you do get better,
you're going to have to take the quiz,
just like how you had to present that English paper.
Good point.
Hey. Bailey.
Join us.
Catch you guys later.
Ah. What's up, boys?
So how does it feel skipping a grade?
I didn't skip a grade, only math.
You seem mature for your age.
Yeah. I always had a older soul.
It's impressive.
I mean, I'm flunking math,
and this is the class I'm supposed to be in.
Well, I could always help you.
Really?
Yeah. And then maybe after,
you, me, and the gang could go catch a movie?
Gang?
[chuckle] Yeah, maybe.
But first let's get cracking on this homework. Huh?
Oh. You mean now?
Sure. I mean, we have a quiz on Thursday.
Okay.
Is that Devin's headband?
- Shh. - You stole Devin's headband?
It was a practical joke. I thought it would be funny.
How is that funny?
It was just a way to get back at the girls
for stealing our field.
What is wrong with you?
They didn't steal anything.
You, on the other hand, did.
I didn't realize it was that big of a deal.
I was going to give it back.
But now that Devin's all freaked out,
I'm afraid for my life.
You should be. I mean, I wouldn't blame her for getting mad.
Trust me, she's got a temper.
It ain't pretty.
Oh, she's going to kill me.
Okay, when you rat me out to your sister,
can you tell her it was supposed to be a joke?
I'm not going to rat you out.
- You're not? - Seriously?
No. I mean, I'm not a snitch.
- Dude. - Besides,
after the way Devin's been treating me,
I don't owe her any favors.
You know, Bailey, you're pretty cool.
I don't want anything to do with this.
Okay.
[both chuckle]
Okay. So homework.
- Yeah. - Uh, do you have a pencil?
Yes.
Okay.
Ready for practice?
Maybe I should sit this one out.
My playing has become a hazard to the team.
Don't worry. That's about to change.
What do you mean?
This look familiar?
My headband. Where did you find it?
Well, you know, it's a funny story.
We were walking home--
I mean-- No, no.
- We were headed to lunch. - [sigh]
Mirabelle was walking to class.
- It was under the bleachers. - Right.
But I already looked there.
Apparently you didn't look hard enough.
So come on, put it on before you cost us Friday's game.
I can't believe you guys found this.
Thank you so much for taking the time to look for it.
It means a lot to me.
Yes.
What's wrong?
Uh, nothing. It's just...
this isn't mine.
Sure it is. It has dirt on it and everything.
Yeah. I see the dirt on it,
but it doesn't have my initials on the inside.
Close your eyes. We can fix that.
Look, I appreciate what you're trying to do.
It's really nice and everything,
but it can't just be replaced.
Sure it can. It's just a headband--
and an ugly one, by the way.
What's the big deal?
A couple of years ago I injured my right ankle
and had to sit out part of the season,
so my friends from the old team gave me that headband,
and my luck changed.
I had a speedy recovery,
and we even made it to the playoffs.
I'm sorry.
We didn't know how much it meant to you.
We'll keep looking for it.
Actually, I'm done. Good luck.
Kara: That's great. You found it.
No. The Kicks tried to replace it with a new one.
Even better.
How is that batter?
I don't know. It's new. It's clean.
Your old one is probably really gross by now.
But you guys got me the other one, the real one.
Yeah, and your new team gave you this one.
Honestly, Dev, I think it's sweet.
It means they care about you.
[bell rings]
Hey, Bailey.
Hi, Steven. How was your test?
I failed, thanks to you.
Well, how is that his fault?
You always fail.
Everything he taught me was wrong.
Hey, it was just a practical joke.
I thought it would be funny,
just like stealing Devin's headband.
[laughing] Nice one, Bailey.
I don't understand.
You said she's been treating you badly.
She has. She's an enormous pain,
and I complain about her because she's my sister.
But it's not okay for you to do it.
Especially in front of me.
Okay. You know what? Just take the stupid headband.
I have a better idea. Why don't you give it back
with a nice apology?
And if I don't?
Then I'm gonna send this picture
to Coach Rivas and the principal.
Well, don't look at me.
I agree with him.
And by the way, even without her headband,
Devin is a way better soccer player than you'll ever be.
You guys will be great, and we can beat them,
but only if we work together.
No showboating.
Let's go.
Hold on.
I think we need to talk
about the elephant in the room.
It's Devin. She's terrible.
Parker.
What? She is.
Parker's right. I'm useless.
I'm sorry I keep letting you guys down.
No. We let you down.
We all talked about it, and we decided
if you don't have your good luck charm,
then we don't need ours, either.
So no high five before the game?
I don't need it.
[sigh]
Then I don't need this, either.
You're still scary.
Parker, I don't know what to say.
Say thank you.
Now, solidarity, people.
This is crazy. These are your lucky things.
We don't need stupid superstitions.
We're good, period.
What's that?
It's my lucky fortune cookie fortune.
Mirabelle.
I thought you didn't believe in that stuff.
Do you want me to put it in the pile or not?
Rivas: Okay, guys.
Let's get out there.
[cheering]
Devin: Wait.
I can't let you guys play without your lucky charms.
No, it's okay. We all agreed.
If you don't have your lucky headband,
then we don't need our lucky charms, either.
But I have mine.
Wait. You found your headband?
No. I thought that headband was lucky
because my friends in Connecticut got it for me.
But now I have a new good luck charm
from my friends in LA.
So can I have my hat back? Because I feel naked.
- [laughter] - Yes.
Now let's go kick some butt.
[whooping, cheering]
Wait.
That looks just like your headband.
It's not. I got a new one.
Great. Problem solved. See you.
Devin, there's something I have to tell you.
It was meant to be a joke,
but it obviously wasn't funny.
What did you do?
Maybe we should talk about this after the game.
Ahem.
I took your headband.
What?
You took it? Why?
I was trying to get back at you
for stealing the boys' field.
How is that my fault? We won fair and square.
Well, I wouldn't exactly call it fair and square,
but fine. I want to give it to you.
I'm really sorry.
Keep it.
I don't need it anymore.
But you should know,
stealing someone else's lucky charm
is really unlucky.
Really?
Really.
Okay.
I don't know what you did, but thank you.
Honestly, the less you know, the better.
I'm sorry I've been kind of a pain lately.
Only since I was born.
But seriously, I'm sorry
if I embarrassed you in math class.
I know it's probably not any fun
having your little brother around.
I don't know. It turned out okay this time.
Devin: I still believe you make your own luck in life.
It is about hard work and determination.
But luck is also believing you're lucky.
I was also thinking of switching
into your English class.
Don't push it.
And not to be sappy here,
but, when it comes to my friends and family,
I believe I am the luckiest girl in the world.
♪♪