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Principal Ball is a fictional character portrayed by Stephen Tobolowsky in the TV series The Goldbergs.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Mama Drama (season 2), they were 63 years old.
They appear in 43 episodes out of a total of 229 aired

Principal Ball

by Stephen Tobolowsky

character

Episodes43

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    Mama Drama
    episode S2.E2 october 2014
    Beverly casts Adam as the star in a rival show when he is not selected to star in his school play; Barry is frustrated that Murray leaves sporting events early.
  • 8
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    Big Baby Ball
    episode S2.E6 november 2014
    Beverly gets Mr. Meller fired for singling out Adam during dodgeball, but after some persuading from Adam and Murray she ends up fighting for him to be rehired. Meanwhile, Barry is unable to deal with the fact that Erica is better than him at a new board game called Trivial Pursuit.
  • 8
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    Van People
    episode S2.E13 february 2015
    When Murray takes Erica's car privileges away, Erica and Barry retaliate by buying their own shabby used black van. Meanwhile, Adam gets voted in the yearbook as "nicest guy," which results in a suspension when he objects.
  • 7.7
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    I Drank the Mold!
    episode S2.E18 april 2015
    Adam's friend Garry shares his dad's home-brewed beer and gets everyone sick.
  • 7.7
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    Just Say No
    episode S2.E20 april 2015
    Erica tries to educate Beverly about voting; after losing a wrestling match, Barry wants to prove his athletic prowess.
  • 7.6
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    As You Wish
    episode S2.E21 april 2015
    Murray's joy over Adam wanting to play a sport is short-lived once he discovers that it's fencing, and worse yet, he was inspired by a scene from "The Princess Bride." Meanwhile, things don't go exactly as planned when Beverly tries to make a love connection between Barry's wrestling coach and Erica's voice teacher.
  • 7.8
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    Dance Party USA
    episode S2.E22 april 2015
    Adam, thinking Pop's good luck might rub off on him, takes a gamble and ends up losing his beloved toys. Meanwhile, Erica's dream of appearing on a popular TV dance show turns into a nightmare when Barry gives her pink eye.
  • 7.9
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    Bill/Murray
    episode S2.E23 may 2015
    Murray bonds with Lainey's dad and learns what it means to be a true friend.
  • 7.9
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    A Kick-Ass Risky Business Party
    episode S3.E1 september 2015
    Lainey, Erica and Barry plan a big party while Lainey's father is out of town; Murray is annoyed by the amount of time Adam spends on the phone talking to Dana.
  • 7.6
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    I Caddyshacked the Pool
    episode S3.E4 october 2015
    Adam forms a plan to avoid swimming at school -- even though a friendship could be affected. Barry joins the school's Social Awareness Club formed by Erica.
  • 7.4
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    Wingmom
    episode S3.E9 december 2015
    After Murray agrees to let him join ROTC, Barry asks Beverly to get him out of it. Adam objects when Pops buys a Florida timeshare.
  • 8.1
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    The Dirty Dancing Dance
    episode S3.E17 march 2016
    Beverly helps Erica plan a school dance with a "Dirty Dancing" theme, but turns on her daughter once she realizes it may be inappropriate. Meanwhile, Murray and Adam try to become better dancers, without much luck.
  • 8.1
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    Have a Summer
    episode S3.E24 may 2016
    Adam and his friends are concerned about Hell Week as new incoming freshmen are hazed by the seniors class. Adam gains respect after body slamming his brother during a school graduation ritual. Meanwhile, Evelyn Silver and her class try to figure out what to put in the schools time capsule.
  • 7.9
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    Breakfast Club
    episode S4.E1 september 2016
    As a new school year begins, the Goldberg kids end up in Saturday detention.
  • 7.6
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    Crazy Calls
    episode S4.E4 october 2016
    Erica and Adam deal with their relationship issues, while Beverly deals with Murray's stubbornness.
  • 7.3
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    The Greatest Musical Ever Written
    episode S4.E8 november 2016
    A school musical production creates strife between Adam and Barry while substitute teacher Beverly creates havoc in Erica's class on.
  • 7.4
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    Han Ukkah Solo
    episode S4.E10 december 2016
    After finding out there is only going to be one Hanukkah song in the Holiday Pageant, Beverly convinces Erica to create the perfect song to bring some excitement to the holiday. Erica sees her shot to break into the music business while Barry does his best to prove he too can be a hit maker with music. Meanwhile, Adam's childlike wonder with movies and entertainment is called into question when things he loved as a child aren't as good as he remembers.
  • 8
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    Graduation Day
    episode S4.E24 may 2017
    When Erica realizes how much Beverly's love means to her, she tries to delay graduating so she can stay with her; Barry's plans for Lainey and himself fall apart; Dana makes a surprise visit as Adam and Jackie officially become a couple.
  • 7.5
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    Hogan Is My Grandfather
    episode S5.E2 october 2017
    Adam's school project about Pops backfires while Beverly teaches an important lesson to Erica and Barry.
  • 7.4
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    The Hooters
    episode S5.E13 january 2018
    Adam's actions almost injure his woodshop teacher, while Beverly and Geoff want to be cultured like Erica.
  • 7.3
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    Flashy Little Flashdancer
    episode S5.E19 april 2018
    The family doesn't support Beverly when she decides to take up dance with the Frentas; when Emmy starts dating a cool guy, Adam thinks their friendship is in jeopardy.
  • 7.5
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    Let's Val Kilmer This Car
    episode S5.E22 may 2018
    When Lainey moves back to town, Barry asks her to the prom; Erica tells Murray she has made a final decision about her future in college.
  • 7.5
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    Major League'd
    episode S6.E14 january 2019
    Adam and his friends are recruited to the William Penn Academy baseball team; Barry is in denial about his pitching skills; Geoff's dad interferes in his relationship with Erica.
  • 7.5
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    Breakin'
    episode S6.E23 may 2019
    Adam unintentionally lets it slip that Barry never completed his community service requirement; Erica makes plans for her and Geoff to follow the Grateful Dead all summer; the JTP graduates from high school.
  • 7.2
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    Food in a Geoffy
    episode S7.E3 october 2019
    When a job for Geoff Schwartz's new food delivery service goes awry, it's up to Murray and Geoff to race all over Jenkintown in search of an important cheesesteak; a handful of local customers are anything but helpful.
  • 7.3
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    Parents Thursday
    episode S7.E5 october 2019
    While at school, Erica attempts to fool Beverly into thinking parents weekend has been rescheduled; Adam joins the school production of "Romeo and Juliet."
  • 7.1
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    Pickleball
    episode S7.E11 january 2020
    Beverly discovers Murray is actually a year younger than they knew so she plans a do-over at celebrating his 50th birthday; Coach Mellor attempts to prepare Adam for pickleball tryouts.
  • 7.2
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    Body Swap
    episode S7.E16 february 2020
    Adam is torn between following Beverly's rules when it comes to off-campus lunch or going to the food court with his friends; after using Barry's college ID to get food at the dorm, Geoff becomes the "student" Barry wishes he could be.
  • 7.6
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    Pretty in Pink
    episode S7.E23 may 2020
    Adam and Brea decide to go to prom together, but when Adam worries he won't be Prom King, Beverly's actions jeopardize the event; Barry teaches Erica how to be compassionate and caring when Geoff's dad is in the hospital.
  • 7.1
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    Dee-Vorced
    episode S8.E5 november 2020
    Beverly's meddling in Adam's relationship with Brea leads to a confrontation with her divorced mother; Barry struggles to reunite the JTP following his breakup with Ren.
  • 6.7
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    Quaker Warden
    episode S8.E11 february 2021
    A sentimental Beverly decides to get more involved at Adam's school, much to Principal Ball's dismay.
  • 6.9
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    The Lasagna You Deserve
    episode S8.E12 february 2021
    Beverly enlists the help of Barry and Erica to teach Adam to be more assertive; Murray resolves to be a better friend after learning that Vic doesn't think he can confide in him.
  • 6.9
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    Mr. Ships Ahoy
    episode S8.E13 march 2021
    Beverly is thrilled to have co-workers for the first time and sets out to make them all love her; Geoff competes in a beauty pageant to prove to Erica that he can be seen as desirable by other women.
  • 7.2
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    Daddy Daughter Day 2
    episode S8.E19 april 2021
    Following Erica and Geoff's breakup, Murray decides to take Erica out on a daddy-daughter date to cheer her up. Meanwhile, Adam is excited to participate in the school senior prank until his conscience catches up with him and he enlists Beverly's help to get him out of it.
  • 7.2
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    The William Penn Years
    episode S9.E4 october 2021
    Adam is recruited to film his high school's final football game of the year--and fails to capture his team's winning touchdown; Beverly discovers that her neighbor is moving and she's determined to buy his home.
  • 7.1
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    The Rose-Kissy Thing
    episode S9.E7 november 2021
    Beverly encourages Principal Ball to establish a non-athlete senior night; Erica ends up appointing Geogg's sister as her pre-wedding fun captain.
  • 7.1
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    Tennis People
    episode S9.E9 december 2021
    Adam receives news that he has been accepted into NYU, but his excitement diminishes when he learns that Brea has been accepted into a school far away and he fears that the distance will affect their relationship.
  • 6.9
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    Hip Shaking and Booty-Quaking
    episode S9.E11 january 2022
    Erica and Geoff decide to throw a party to prove that they can still have fun as a young, engaged couple; Beverly presses the school faculty to put together a "Fame"-themed send-off for the senior class.
  • 7.4
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    A Peck of Familial Love
    episode S9.E13 february 2022
    Adam and Brea attempt remaining just friends post-breakup; Beverly goes out of her way to protect Adam from further heartbreak; Barry tries to get closer with Erica.
  • 6.7
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    School-ercise
    episode S9.E18 april 2022
    When Beverly steps in as PE coach at William Penn Academy, Adam reluctantly takes her Jazzercise class; Brea tries to show Adam his mother's good intentions; Barry and Geoff find themselves both up for the same medical internship.
  • 6.9
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    Sunday Chow-Fun Day
    episode S9.E20 may 2022
    As Adam's graduation approaches, Beverly debates staying on as William Penn Academy's Quaker Warden; Erica tries to get out of the Schwartzes' longstanding tradition of dinner together every Sunday.
  • 7.4
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    Adam Graduates!
    episode S9.E22 may 2022
    Adam's graduation day is approaching and everyone is ready -- except for Beverly, who is not coping well with the idea of an empty nest; with Geoff's encouragement, Erica decides to try out as a one-time backup singer replacement.
  • 6.6
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    Blade Runner: The Musical
    episode S10.E11 january 2023
    Adam's creative funk is revitalized by a new job in the arts, but his overzealous management style causes Beverly to do something unthinkable; Geoff finds it difficult to relate to the JTP.