Benchwarmersthe Suite Life Of Zack And Cody : S... (2024)

: This was the second basketball-themed episode of the series, following "Kisses and Basketball".

: Accustomed to being a star athlete in middle school, Zack Martin ( Dylan Sprouse ) tries out for the high school basketball team. He is shocked by the intense competition and the intimidating Coach Little (Michael Clarke Duncan). Though he makes the team, he is relegated to the bench. Despite his initial desire to quit, he eventually wins a game with a high-pressure free throw—even if his coach notes it is the only thing he is good at. BenchwarmersThe Suite Life of Zack and Cody : S...

: The title is a nod to the 2006 film The Benchwarmers . Benchwarmers | The Suite Life Wiki | Fandom : This was the second basketball-themed episode of

: Guest starred as the "in-your-face" Coach Little. Though he makes the team, he is relegated to the bench

The standard main cast is joined by several recurring and guest performers:

: After London Tipton ( Brenda Song ) and Barbara Brownstein are rejected by the "mean-girl" head cheerleader Dana (Daniella Monet), they decide to form their own squad. Led by Mr. Moseby ( Phill Lewis ), a former high school cheer captain, the "Rebel Cheerleaders" include Cody, Nia, and other "rejects." They eventually earn respect with a unique "intellectual-style" cheer. Cast and Notable Guest Stars