(Natasha Melnick): The popular cheerleader Sam admires.
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Freaks and Geeks 1×09: We've Got Spirit - Critically Touched [S1E9] We've Got Spirit
(Linda Cardellini): The conflicted protagonist struggling with her relationship.
(Jason Segel): Lindsay’s intense and needy boyfriend. (Natasha Melnick): The popular cheerleader Sam admires
(John Francis Daley): The persistent "geek" trying to win over his crush.
: 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. (Jason Segel): Lindsay’s intense and needy boyfriend
(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