Tollin is a particularly interesting choice, as he has been a producer on other sports-based productions in the past, including the original Varsity Blues, Coach Carter, and Hank Aaron: Chasing the Dream.
The modern take on Varsity Blues is being written by Tripper Clancy, known for penning 2019’s Stuber and 2018’s Hot Dog.
Will that experience make him a particular asset to Varsity Blues, if it scores a series order?
Anne Fletcher of 27 Dresses and Netflix’s Dumplin’ is on board as director.