James Attridge thought he had his life figured out - until the sudden death of his young wife turned his world upside down. Leaving behind his small town in Pennsylvania, Jamie relocates to Los Angeles with his four-year-old daughter, Maria, in search of a fresh start. His parents and best friend, Kian Aldridge, also uproot their lives to support him in this new chapter. Now a star football player at Richmont Academy, Jamie is determined to build a better future for his daughter while grappling with the lingering shadows of his past. But when he meets Madeline Torres, the dean's daughter and a promising tennis player, Jamie's carefully constructed world is thrown into turmoil. Her kindness and vibrant spirit awaken feelings he thought he'd lost forever, but Jamie fears that revealing the truth about his past could jeopardize everything. Madeline Torres is the epitome of perfection in Los Angeles. As the daughter of Richmont Academy's dean, she's known for her impeccable reputation - excelling academically, socially, and on the tennis court, where she's a rising star. Madi has spent her life striving to meet the high expectations of her family and peers, carefully curating an image of success and composure. But beneath this polished exterior lies a young woman yearning for something more. When she meets James Attridge, the school's new football star with a troubled past, Madeline finds herself drawn to his authenticity and the deep love he has for his daughter. For the first time, Madi's perfect life begins to feel confining, and she must decide if she's willing to break free from the expectations placed upon her to explore the unpredictable world of love and vulnerability with Jamie.