13 Reasons Why Pitch NEEDS to Be Renewed!
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Unfortunately, the fate of Fox's freshman series, Pitch, is still up in the air.
It is arguably one of the best new series of the year, but it has not picked up the fan base and ratings that it deserves. It's a real shame.
Is television ready for a female-driven sports drama? I'd like to think so. Especially when that female is the talented Kylie Bunbury, and her co-star is Mark-Paul Gosselaar. They are just two of the reasons why this series deserves to be picked up.
It would be a travesty if we weren't graced with their talent in such a groundbreaking and inspiring series.
If you're a fan of heartwarming sports family dramas like Friday Night Lights, I urge you to check out Pitch.
You can also check out our Pitch reviews and Pitch Round Tables. If you haven't watched the series yet or would like to relive it all over again, you can watch Pitch online right here via TV Fanatic!
Check out these 13 reasons why you should watch Pitch and why the show should be renewed!
1. Kylie Bunbury's Amazing Performance as Ginny Baker
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Bunbury had the daunting task of carrying a show that bolsters great actors, some of whom are legendary. She held her own playing one of the best female protagonists we have seen in years. Ginny Baker is compelling, relatable, and someone whom we root for. She’s multi-layered and groundbreaking, while also being grounded. Each week fans were able to tune in and watch a young woman juggle life, friends, and family, all while navigating the pressure, sexism, and scrutiny that came with being the *first pro female in the Leagues. Bunbury's performance knocks it out of the park each and every week.
2. It's Incredibly Diverse
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Not only does the show star a biracial woman playing the *first African American woman breaking ground in the Leagues, but the rest of the cast is a wide range of race, sex, and age. Most of the supporting cast are ethnic/racial minorities. There are more than a few women, as well. But the best part is, it’s not diversity for diversity sake. It’s organic and realistic.
3. Mark-Paul Gosselaar's Transformative Role
His portrayal of an aging, legendary catcher trying to make it through one final hurrah with Ginny, was much watch TV every week. The more we learned about him, the more we saw just how layered Mike Lawson was. Pitch's fate may be up in the air, but Mark-Paul Gosselaar as Mike Lawson is proof that an actor can have more than one iconic, memorable role in their career.
4. It Has A Strong Supporting Cast
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Ginny's team consisting of her hardass and super protective agent, Amelia, and lovable and dedicated Eliot are two highlights. Ginny’s pseudo-family members Blip and Evelyn, are two of the best characters in the series. The inner-workings of the team via Al, Oscar, and Charlie, are fascinating. And Ginny's journey towards winning over her teammates was one of the best things about the season.
5. It's From The Creator of This Is Us
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6. It Shatters The "Strong Black Woman" Trope
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But in a remarkable arc, she has a full meltdown and the realities of self-care and mental health issues were explored brilliantly. She spoke with a therapist, worked out her issues, and was cared for and tended to by colleagues and friends who were genuinely concerned for her. Ginny was allowed to take care of business but also be taken care of. She’s allowed to feel, emote, struggle, and be vulnerable. It’s refreshing and compelling.
7. Compelling Storytelling
There is strong story telling and decent arcs for all of the Pitch characters. Whether it’s the trials and tribulations that come with Ginny breaking new ground, Mike coming to grips with his career coming to an end and a failed marriage, Blip and Evelyn’s work-life balance, Oscar's career aspirations, or Amelia throwing her all into Ginny after a failed marriage and infertility struggles, everyone is interesting and has a story to be told. The strong storytelling is what made Pitch a critical darling.
8. It's Not Too Preachy
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9. Multi-faceted Women And Female Friendship That Passes The Bechdel Test
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Not only that, but there is strong female friendship. Ginny and Evelyn have the best friendship of the series. Ginny and Amelia have such a unique bond, and they love and support each other. Along the way, Ginny befriends a new girl her age who doesn’t exploit her. There is even mutual admiration between Ginny and Rachel (Mike's ex-wife). And all of the women are shown discussing more than just the men in their lives.
10. It Has A Passionate and Devout Fanbase
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11. It Nails Platonic Friendship
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12. It Strives To Be As Authentic As Possible
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Speaking of professionals, it should be known that you'll spot former MLB players in front of and behind the camera, including Padres teammates and sportscasters. They even tackle Ginny's trick pitch and gender realistically. She doesn’t have a fastball that is as fast as any of her male peers and her screwball is her secret weapon. Her physicality is different than the males. She has to work twice as hard, and she doesn’t sail through the season being perfect. She struggles. Pitch strives for believability and authenticity and succeeds.
13. Bawson
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Bawson have easy banter that is appealing and heartfelt deep moments that tug at the heartstrings. They are amazing together and no one could argue otherwise. Half of the appeal is watching the two of them interact. Their journey from her idolizing him, to him mentoring her, to them becoming besties, is the highlight of the series. There is no ifs,ands, or buts about it. Long live Bawson! No, really, long live it. Just renew Pitch already! Do it for them!