[s3e3] The Red Ball (2026)

Ed Wuncler, Sr. gambles all of Woodcrest's wealth against a Chinese businessman, Mr. Long-dou, to pay off massive debts. If Wushung wins, they take over the town's banks and the Freemans' house.

" The Red Ball " is the third episode of third season. It centers on a high-stakes kickball game between the residents of Woodcrest and their sister city, Wushung, China, with the town's entire economic future on the line. Episode Guide: "The Red Ball" [S3E3] The Red Ball

A brutal, high-intensity game that serves as a parody of sports movies and political tensions between the U.S. and China. Ed Wuncler, Sr

Riley fails to kick the ball in a sequence referencing Charlie Brown’s football gag; Robert responds with "Good grief". If Wushung wins, they take over the town's

The Chinese team, led by Long-dou, appears unbeatable. Wuncler tries to stack his own team with elite mercenaries and a Dominican Republic junior squad, but they are still outclassed. Pop Culture References:

Wuncler tries to manipulate Huey into playing by threatening to release a Photoshopped image of him in "nut-hugger" jeans and Louis Vuitton shoes.