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An image of Billy with a quote from Preach to him, "You've got to figure out what's important to you and hang onto that hard." | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican
An image of Billy with a quote from Preach to him, "You've got to figure out what's important to you and hang onto that hard." | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

47 'All American' Quotes About Self-Discovery, Resilience, and Growth

Christell Fatima M. Tudtud
May 01, 2023
02:00 P.M.

"All American" is a drama series that premiered on The CW network in October 2018. Friendship, romance, and athletics all play essential roles in the narrative. Read and be inspired by these 47 "All American" quotes.

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Drawing inspiration from former NFL athlete Spencer Paysinger's life, the TV drama follows the story of Spencer James, a talented high school football player from South Los Angeles, who receives a life-changing offer to join the Beverly Hills High School team.

As Spencer navigates the challenges of balancing his personal life with his newfound opportunities, his life intersects with those of other characters who are also grappling with their own experiences of growing up.

With its sixth season recently renewed following a successful fifth season run, here's a better way to commemorate the show's success by reflecting on some of the most unforgettable quotes from the talented cast.

A quote from Billy to Spencer: "Welcome to adulthood." | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

A quote from Billy to Spencer: "Welcome to adulthood." | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

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'All American' Quotes about Confidence, Sacrifice, and Uncomfortable Change

"This is about me... And the fact that for the first time in my life, I'm not the best player on the Team... It's not a bad thing. It's motivation." — Spencer James

"You've got to get to the point where nothing is ever good enough. When that happens, when you embrace that grind, sky's the limit." — Coach Billy Baker

"Ever since high school, I lost my confidence, everything used to be easy, then I had to walk onto a field where nobody wanted me." — Jordan Baker

"I just don't want to mess this up, and I have no idea if what I have is any good." — Asher Adams

"We're both evolving and that means a little more work on both of our parts to make sure we're riding this growth wave together." — Olivia Baker

A quote from Olivia to Spencer: "It has to be on me now. That's the only way I know to move on without you." | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

A quote from Olivia to Spencer: "It has to be on me now. That's the only way I know to move on without you." | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

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"Look, change is uncomfortable, growth is uncomfortable, and hell, adulting is uncomfortable... We have to learn to sit in the uncomfortable, me included." — Tamia "Coop" Cooper

"Her mind betrayed her. I know what that feels like, we're not that different." — Layla Keating

"He was brave enough to share his truth with the world, and I wasn't brave enough to do that, even with my friends." — JJ Parker

"You've only got two hands, you might want to figure out what's important to you and hang on to that as hard as you can." — Cordell "Preach" Simms

'All American' Quotes That Capture the Essence of Love, Loyalty, and Life Lessons

"You know, if you wanted a candlelit dinner, you just had to say so." — Noah to Olivia

A quote from Coop to Spencer: "What you're doing is deflecting." | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

A quote from Coop to Spencer: "What you're doing is deflecting." | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

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"My first order of business at this place is to make sure the toxicity ends with you." — Billy to Garrett

"Either move forward or move backward. But make a move." — Alicia to Spencer

"Spencer is like a brother to me. How did I get here where I'm keeping the best parts of my life from him?" — Jordan to Layla

"Don't confuse where I'm living with where I'm living." — Coop to Skye

"I never want you to quiet your excitement because of me." — Spencer to Jordan

A quote from Layla to Jordan:"I'm really liking this mature new version of you." | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

A quote from Layla to Jordan:"I'm really liking this mature new version of you." | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

"I am the god of humor." — Jordan to Olivia

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"If I'm going to fight for this school, I need Jordan." — Spencer to Grace

"I have never been so happy to be proven wrong. Principal really suits you." — Grace to Billy

"Find the school that's going to get you a straight shot to the NFL. Because GAU isn't it anymore." — Jordan to Spencer

"My passion is my north star. It's carried me my whole life." — Coop

Coop's quote: "Just when you think you raised them right." | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

Coop's quote: "Just when you think you raised them right." | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

"Garrett destroyed GAU, not you." — Crystal to Olivia

"I'm glad you are handling JJ's leaving like men." — Grace

"You're not going to enjoy this pinnacle of your career until you embrace this big accomplishment." — Laura to Olivia

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"We have to get Coach Kenny the job." — Spencer to Jordan

"Let me talk to him. I was Marco Galvez last year." — Spencer to Boone

A quote from Jordan to Layla: "Are we the secret, or am I the secret?" | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

A quote from Jordan to Layla: "Are we the secret, or am I the secret?" | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

"What am I supposed to do? Just sit tight?" — Olivia to Billy

"Are we the secret, or am I the secret?" —Jordan to Layla

"There's nothing better than having a supportive woman by your side." — Asher nodding to Jamie

"You quit on Ash." — Spencer to JJ

"Just when you think you raised them right." — Coop

A quote from Coop to Skye: "Don't confuse where I'm living with where I'm living." | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

A quote from Coop to Skye: "Don't confuse where I'm living with where I'm living." | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

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"I'm really liking this mature new version of you." — Layla to Jordan

"It has to be on me now. That's the only way I know to move on without you." — Olivia to Spencer

Captivating 'All American' Quotes in Season 4

"Your time's going to come again. And when it does, you'll be ready." — Layla to Jordan

"What you're doing is deflecting." — Coop to Spencer

"I didn't change for Skye. I changed for me." — Coop to Patience

A quote from Alicia to Spencer: "Either move forward or move backward. But make a move." | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

A quote from Alicia to Spencer: "Either move forward or move backward. But make a move." | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

"I'm not going to get between you and a teammate. Let me handle it." — Olivia to Spencer

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"Hello, Laura's Law. Your one-stop shop for punitive damages." — Coop

"So stop whining, brother. Get your ass on that stage and give those kids the person they look up to." — Coop to Spencer

"Welcome to adulthood." — Billy to Spencer

"That's what I'm saying, Jordan. You have to make it happen." — Layla to Jordan

Laura Baker's quote: "Everything worth fighting for involves sacrifice." | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

Laura Baker's quote: "Everything worth fighting for involves sacrifice." | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

"Maybe it's not the best idea to surprise a girl who's not that stable." — Jordan to Layla

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"Everything worth fighting for involves sacrifice." —Laura to Olivia

"Patience isn't a Bond villain, Layla." — Jordan to Layla

Asher Adams' quote: "I just don't want to mess this up, and I have no idea if what I have is any good." | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

Asher Adams' quote: "I just don't want to mess this up, and I have no idea if what I have is any good." | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

"You've got to figure out what's important to you and hang onto that hard." — Preach to Billy

"You cast a big shadow, man." — Coop to Spencer

"The real story is what those players do with that power." — Olivia to Davita

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Coop's quote: "My passion is my north star. It's carried me my whole life." | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

Coop's quote: "My passion is my north star. It's carried me my whole life." | Source: facebook.com/CWAllAmerican

In conclusion, the series is a testament to the power of perseverance, sacrifice, and love. Through its unforgettable characters and inspiring quotes, the show has captured what it means to be human and struggle with life's challenges.

Whether navigating personal relationships or pursuing a dream, the characters remind us that we can achieve greatness if we are willing to work hard and stay true to ourselves. TV shows that center around friendships and adulthood have become common on screens.

Here are some quotes from the series "And Just Like That" a spin-off from the iconic "Sex and the City" starring Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon, Kristin Davis, and Kim Cattrall that celebrates timeless friendship.

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