AlRawabi School for Girls Season 1 Episode 2 Game On!
- August 12, 2021
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7.8 (263)
In AlRawabi School for Girls season 1 episode 2, "Game On!", the girls continue to navigate their way through the challenges of high school. The episode opens with Mariam still struggling to fit in and trying to seek Solace in her comfort zone, playing video games. This prompts a group of bullies to target her and tease her relentlessly. Meanwhile, Layan and Noaf are busy preparing for their upcoming volleyball game, with both feeling the pressure to perform. The team is counting on them to win, but when their coach starts to heavily critique Layan's movements, it throws her off her game.
Mariam is feeling defeated until she stumbles upon a game tournament hosted by one of her classmates. She's hesitant to participate at first, believing that she'll only be met with ridicule and further embarrassment, but decides to do it anyway, on the behest of her friend Rawan. Mariam brings her A-game and dominates in the tournament, eventually making it to the finals where she faces off against her primary bully. After a nail-biting match, Mariam emerges victorious, finally earning her the respect of her peers.
Elsewhere, Layan's struggle continues. She's so anxious about her performance on the volleyball court that she's barely sleeping and is irritable with everyone around her - even Noaf. The game eventually arrives and the pressure is on. Layan is not playing her best and her coach is quick to call her out on it. Frustrated, Layan loses her cool and lashes out on the court, leading to a penalty against her team. Feeling utterly defeated, Layan is ready to give up until Noaf reminds her about the importance of team spirit. This brings Layan back to her senses, and with newfound inspiration, she manages to turn the game around, earning her team the winning point.
The episode ends with the girls celebrating their success in the game, including Mariam who has finally found her place among her peers. Meanwhile, Layan and Noaf's bond has grown even stronger, as they celebrate their victory and the importance of teamwork.
Overall, "Game On!" delivers a powerful message of resilience, the importance of teamwork, and the value of standing up for oneself. The show continues to tackle important issues like bullying, pressure, and the struggles of being a teenager with a deftness that is both powerful and relatable. Viewers find themselves rooting for the girls, wanting nothing but the best for them as they navigate the difficult world of high school.