When the kids are trying to find an adult to coach the Warriors, Jonathan Garvey (Merlin Olsen) is selected. The best quote is from Patrick Labyorteaux (Andy Garvey) stating "My Pa doesn't know anything about football". Olsen played fifteen seasons with the Los Angeles Rams, holds the record for the most consecutive seasons named to play in the Pro Bowl, and was elected to both the College and Pro Football Halls of Fame.
Laura dates the episode by stating that it took place in November, 1880.
In an interview, Matthew Labyorteaux stated that as amazing as it was to meet Michael Landon, meeting Merlin Olson was one of the highlights of his career as he was a huge Los Angeles Rams fan. He also stated that the football episodes were some of his favorite ones, especially this one because of Merlin.
John Ireland makes his second guest appearance in the series following his role of "Wendell Loudy"" in season three's "Little Girl Lost".
Mrs Garvey as 1st time playing the teacher before being in Walnut Grove.Teacher.
Correction: Actually, it was the previous episode.
Correction: Actually, it was the previous episode.