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A nostalgic reunion project has brought together the cast of the beloved 1993 sports film “The Sandlot” for a new comedy series. “Dugout Dads,” a nine-episode short-form series created by Patrick Renna and Kyle Howard through their production company Hambino Media, launched on YouTube this week. The ensemble cast includes Renna, Tom Guiry, Chauncey Leopardi, and several other original cast members, alongside Danielle Fishel in a supporting role.
The comedy follows an enthusiastic father who takes on the responsibility of coaching his children’s Little League team, only to discover that the adult participants prove far more troublesome than the young players themselves. The premise draws inspiration from Renna’s personal experiences meeting other fathers at his own children’s sporting events. The show was written by Sebastian Jones and Dan Kopelman, with Victor Nelli Jr. directing the series.
The project has attracted significant attention from the sports world, with NBA star Chris Paul and his brother CJ Paul joining as executive producers through their company Oh Dip!!! Entertainment. Paul expressed his enthusiasm in a video message, referencing the iconic baseball film’s famous line while pledging to elevate the series. The creative team views this initial batch of episodes as a trial run, hoping to secure a full-length season order following positive reception.
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Originally reported by Variety →
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