[s1e9] We've Got Spirit -

(JoAnna Garcia Swisher): The demanding head cheerleader. Episode Details Information Series Freaks and Geeks Season & Episode Season 1, Episode 9 Original Air Date January 24, 2000 Director David Manson Writers Mike White

(Linda Cardellini): The conflicted protagonist struggling with her relationship.

(John Francis Daley): The persistent "geek" trying to win over his crush. [S1E9] We've Got Spirit

The episode follows two main storylines involving the Weir siblings:

(Jason Segel): Lindsay’s intense and needy boyfriend. (JoAnna Garcia Swisher): The demanding head cheerleader

: Lindsay finds herself overwhelmed by her boyfriend Nick Andopolis's increasing neediness. After hearing warnings from his ex-girlfriend Heidi about his history of obsessive behavior after breakups, Lindsay becomes paralyzed by the fear of hurting him or causing a scene.

: In a desperate attempt to get closer to his crush, cheerleader Cindy Sanders , Sam takes on the role of the school’s Norseman mascot. He endures a grueling "drill sergeant" routine from head cheerleader Vicki and struggles with the heavy mascot head, all while watching Cindy fall for the star basketball player, Todd. The episode follows two main storylines involving the

(Natasha Melnick): The popular cheerleader Sam admires.