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: This was the only episode in 2008 where Ashley Tisdale (Maddie Fitzpatrick) was absent, as she was filming High School Musical 2 at the time. Production Facts & Trivia

: The episode was directed by Kelly Sandefur and written by Billy Riback.

: After London Tipton ( Brenda Song ) and Barbara Brownstein are rejected by the "mean-girl" head cheerleader Dana (Daniella Monet), they decide to form their own squad. Led by Mr. Moseby ( Phill Lewis ), a former high school cheer captain, the "Rebel Cheerleaders" include Cody, Nia, and other "rejects." They eventually earn respect with a unique "intellectual-style" cheer. Cast and Notable Guest Stars BenchwarmersThe Suite Life of Zack and Cody : S...

: Played the pompous head cheerleader Dana. Interestingly, her character shares many traits with Trina Vega, whom she later played on Nickelodeon's Victorious .

The episode follows two parallel storylines as the main characters face rejection and the reality of being "small fish in a big pond" at Cheevers High: : This was the only episode in 2008

The standard main cast is joined by several recurring and guest performers:

: This was the second basketball-themed episode of the series, following "Kisses and Basketball". Led by Mr

: The title is a nod to the 2006 film The Benchwarmers . Benchwarmers | The Suite Life Wiki | Fandom