Ep 3. Dropping Beats and Dropping Balls
- March 15, 2014
Deion's Family Playbook season 1 episode 3 titled "Dropping Beats and Dropping Balls" follows the Sanders' family as they navigate through their hectic lives. Deion Sanders, former NFL player and hall of famer, takes on the role of a family man in this reality show. He manages his family, including his five children, teenage daughter Deiondra, his ex-wife and business partner Pilar, and their extended family in their day-to-day lives in Dallas, Texas.
The episode begins with Deion and his kids preparing for a charity event. The event is a celebrity basketball game to raise funds for the Deion Sanders Foundation, a non-profit organization that focuses on promoting education and providing opportunities for underprivileged children. However, there seems to be a problem: the game is only a few days away, and they still haven't finalized the celebrity roster or their performances for the halftime show.
As they finalize the event's details, the focus shifts to Deiondra, who is preparing for her gig as a DJ in Los Angeles. In the past, Deiondra has always been passionate about music but has never been able to take it further. However, with Deion's support, she is now pursuing her dreams and taking DJing lessons to become a professional DJ. She is excited about her upcoming gig but nervous as well.
As the family balances between their charity event preparations and Deiondra's DJ gig, they face some unexpected challenges. Some of the invited celebrities cancel last minute, and the Sanders family has to find replacements. Deion, being an NFL legend, makes a few phone calls and gets some of his fellow NFL players to join the game, making it a star-studded event.
At the same time, Deiondra is struggling with her DJ lessons and trying to perfect her skills before her big gig. She gets some tips and advice from her father, who encourages her to keep practicing until she feels confident enough to perform.
The day of the charity event arrives, and the Sanders family is busy setting up the venue. The halftime show is led by Deiondra, who is nervous but determined to make the most out of her performance. She drops some beats and electrifies the crowd with her music, showcasing her talents and proving to herself that she has what it takes to succeed.
Meanwhile, the celebrity basketball game takes place, and the Sanders' team dominates the court, winning the game and raising a significant amount of funds for their foundation. Deion, being proud of his team's performance and his daughter's DJ skills, encourages them to keep chasing their dreams and inspiring others to do the same.
"Dropping Beats and Dropping Balls" is an inspiring episode that showcases the Sanders family's determination to make a difference in the world while pursuing their passions. From organizing a charity event to supporting their daughter's DJ dreams, they prove that with hard work, dedication, and family support, anything is possible.
