In 1980 Texas, freshman Jake Bradford arrives at Southeast Texas University, eager to join the college baseball team. Moving into a house with his rowdy, fun-loving teammates, Jake quickly gets a crash course in campus life. The days leading up to the start of classes are spent bonding with his fellow players as they navigate parties, clubs, and romantic pursuits. Their camaraderie is tested by their diverse personalities and competitive nature, though they find common ground in their shared love of baseball and carefree attitudes.

As Jake immerses himself in this whirlwind of new experiences, he attempts to find his place and identity within the group and the larger college community. The team faces various challenges that test their unity, but ultimately their experiences together become defining moments of their youth. Through an amalgamation of humor, friendship, and minor conflicts, the story captures the essence of transitioning into adulthood during a time characterized by freedom and exploration.