"VolleyBrawl" (1/28/05); Special Guest: Gabrielle Reece

[Pavan]

CATE'S ANTICS THREATEN TO MAKE KERRY'S VOLLEYBALL TEAM FORFEIT A GAME,
AND C.J. HAS A CRUSH ON KERRY'S VOLLEYBALL COACH, ON ABC'S "8 SIMPLE RULES"

Former Pro Beach Volleyball Player Gabrielle Reece Guest Stars as Kerry's Volleyball Coach

"VolleyBrawl" -- Cate's alleged antics at Kerry's volleyball game threaten to make her team forfeit the match. Meanwhile, C.J. has a crush on Kerry's volleyball coach (former Pro Beach volleyball player Gabrielle Reece), and Bridget becomes upset when one of her friends begins dating her ex-boyfriend, on "8 Simple Rules," FRIDAY, JANUARY 28 (8:00-8:30 p.m., ET), on the ABC Television Network.

Editors please note: This episode replaces "Secrets" which had been scheduled to air at this time.

"8 Simple Rules" stars Katey Sagal as Cate Hennessy, Kaley Cuoco as Bridget Hennessy, Amy Davidson as Kerry Hennessy, Martin Spanjers as Rory Hennessy, with James Garner as Jim and David Spade as C.J.

Guest starring are Jere Burns as commissioner, Gabrielle Reece as Maggie, Kristin Brye as Heather, Lynn Manning as blind man, Andy Morrow as Richardson and Lee Garlington as Leslie.

"VolleyBrawl" was written by Hayes Jackson and directed by Barnet Kellman.

"8 Simple Rules" is broadcast in 720 Progressive (720P), ABC's selected HDTV format, with 5.1-channel surround sound.

A TV parental guideline will be assigned closer to airdate.

[IpsoPhatso]

I have no doubt in my mind that they wrote this episode almost 100% based on the Pistons Vs Pacers brawl. In fact, there is even a reference to it in the episode. However, the part where the girl gets hit with a hotdog, and runs into the stands, beating C.J, then CJ proclaiming his innocence, is almost exactly how the Ron Artest/Innocent Piston Fan thing worked out.

Quite a funny episode.

[Cactus Jack]

Originally Posted by IpsoPhatso

I have no doubt in my mind that they wrote this episode almost 100% based on the Pistons Vs Pacers brawl. In fact, there is even a reference to it in the episode. However, the part where the girl gets hit with a hotdog, and runs into the stands, beating C.J, then CJ proclaiming his innocence, is almost exactly how the Ron Artest/Innocent Piston Fan thing worked out.

Quite a funny episode.

Ditto they did base it on that I think

I thought it was hilarious!

[Pavan]

Yes, very funny. Almost funny as "Secrets" - which reairs next Friday at 8:30 -- if you have not seen it, watch it, it is a hoot!

[Cactus Jack]

Originally Posted by pavanbadal

Yes, very funny. Almost funny as "Secrets" - which reairs next Friday at 8:30 -- if you have not seen it, watch it, it is a hoot!

Ill check it out I may have seen it, may not have

Did they base last nights ep on the Ron Artest thing?

[Stormtracker TF]

Originally Posted by IpsoPhatso

I have no doubt in my mind that they wrote this episode almost 100% based on the Pistons Vs Pacers brawl. In fact, there is even a reference to it in the episode. However, the part where the girl gets hit with a hotdog, and runs into the stands, beating C.J, then CJ proclaiming his innocence, is almost exactly how the Ron Artest/Innocent Piston Fan thing worked out.

Quite a funny episode.

My thoughts, exactly.

The Mallace at the Palace.