Little Giants

During tryouts, Becky 'Icebox' O'Shea is cut along with her friends simply because she is a girl. The other players ridicule those who were selected, underscoring the town's bias against girls in football. Becky resolves to prove that girls deserve a shot on the field.

Becky pleads with her uncle Danny, Kevin's younger brother, to coach a new pee-wee squad so Urbania can see that girls can play. Danny agrees hoping to show Kevin is not unbeatable and there is another O'Shea who can win. This sets the stage for a 'one town, one team' showdown.

With the league's 'one town, one team' rule, Danny and Kevin decide to stage a playoff to determine who will represent Urbania. Danny begins gathering overlooked kids to form a new team, the Little Giants. The rivalry between the O'Sheas intensifies as plans take shape.

Danny tricks Spike's father, Mike, into believing he is the famous Coach O'Shea to lure Spike onto his team. Spike initially refuses to play with a girl but is drawn in by the opportunity to compete. The deception foreshadows a clash over pride and gender expectations.

The truth about 'Coach O'Shea' comes out and Spike switches to Kevin's Cowboys. Kevin welcomes him, recognizing his talent as a threat to the Little Giants. Danny's scheme backfires as the real competition tightens.

Kevin pushes Becky toward cheerleading to attract a dating advantage with Junior, but Becky quits the Little Giants to pursue the pom-poms. She feels exploited as Danny's star player and worries about gender expectations on the field. The conflict foreshadows her later, decisive turn.

A bus arrives carrying current NFL stars who teach the children about football and rekindle their belief that they can win. The players share tips, boost confidence, and bring a new sense of possibility to Urbania. The Giants begin to see a path to victory beyond pure grit.

On the day of the big game, Danny and Kevin bet their stakes: Danny would win Kevin's Chevrolet dealership if he prevails; Kevin would win Danny's gas station if he wins. The town's pride amplifies the contest as both sides prepare for a decisive showdown. The bet adds personal weight to the competition.

The Giants trail by 21 points at halftime, facing an uphill climb. Danny delivers a stirring speech, reminding the kids of their past achievements and that they only need to beat the Cowboys once. The team regains confidence and begins a determined comeback.

Mike Hammersmith orders Spike to take out Junior, and Spike spears him after the whistle, injuring him. Kevin reprimands Mike and threatens to cut Spike from the team if the behavior continues. The incident tightens the game’s moral stakes and the players' resolve.

Becky drops her pompoms, suits up, and makes an immediate impact by forcing a fumble on Spike. Her bravery inspires the Giants and shakes the Cowboys' confidence. The team rallies around her leadership as the clock winds down.

With the score tied in the closing seconds, the Giants execute Nubie's trick play, known as 'The Annexation of Puerto Rico'. The play involves multiple ball carriers and a hook-and-lateral sequence that culminates in a 99-yard touchdown by Berman. The improbable victory crowns the Little Giants as Urbania's champions.

After the win, Danny suggests merging the Giants with the Cowboys so both O'Shea brothers can coach Urbania's team. The town's sports pride shifts from rivalry to unity as the two brothers frame a single, representative squad. The idea reinforces the film's message about community over competition.

Danny rekindles his romance with Patty, ending the long-standing feud and choosing forgiveness. He also preserves the town’s newly shared pride by changing the water tower to celebrate 'The O'Shea Brothers'. The film closes with a sense of renewal for Urbania and its kids.