After the holiday break, Simone returns to Bringston ready to focus solely on tennis and learns what it’s really like to be top six. Damon is faced with a decision he’s been putting off since before the holidays. Frustrated with how Cam is treating her, Keisha reverts to her old ways and throws a last-minute New Year’s Eve party. Meanwhile, Amara and Coach Marcus try to adjust to their new environments and challenges.

Simone finds herself once again at odds with her teammates. Damon is stressed about how his decision will affect those around him. Keisha is all in on her new dance major, but she must overcome a roadblock that she didn’t anticipate.

Still not getting the sisterhood bond she craves from the tennis team, Simone’s interest in joining a sorority grows, but she runs into some roadblocks. Marcus tasks Damon and JR with hosting a potential top baseball recruit, but unexpected tension between the two messes up everything. Nate puts a more inclusive spin on an annual Black History Month event that not everyone is thrilled about. Thea’s desire to return to the court forces her to decide on the best course for her career. Meanwhile, Amara and Marcus meet resistance when they try to speak their truths.

Keisha works hard on choreographing the Masquerade Dance but takes out her frustrations on Cam; Simone hosts a PKZ alum and is faced with thinking about her future; Damon regrets following JR's advice.