Self - Lead Deckhand is a fictional character portrayed by Nico Scholly in the TV series Below Deck.
They appear in 29 episodes out of a total of 171 aired so far and have accumulated 36 positive votes.
Self - Lead Deckhand is also portrayed by Brian de Saint Pern, Jake Foulger and Ben Willoughby.
Episodes29
No One Said This Job Was Easy
episode S4.E1 september 2016Captain Lee, Kate, Ben and Kelley are joined by five new crewmembers as they prepare for a new charter season. The crew welcomes their first charter guests, a social media obsessed darling along with her friends. Kate is tasked with breaking in two new junior stewardesses. With added pressure of being a first time bosun under Captain Lee Kelley has his hands full with his headstrong senior deckhand. Ben and Kate must find their new middle ground as Ben comes to grips with Kateâ€ôs new relationship.
What Happens in the Hot Tub Stays in the Hot Tub
episode S4.E2 september 2016Tensions continue to mount between Trevor and the rest of the deck team. Kelley starts getting close to a flirty, single charter guests and Kate and Ben clash in the galley. During their first night out, tensions reach a boiling point over Trevor's antics.
Hair Models and Filthy Martinis
episode S4.E3 september 2016Kelley makes a decision on how to proceed with Trevor. The new charter guests prove to be a handful with a very pampered poodle. Ben and Kate clash again, while Kelley continues to deal with Trevor's poor attitude. Meanwhile, Kelley gets a call from a loved one and Trevor proves old habits die hard during the crew's second night out.
That Tuna Is F@#!Ed
episode S4.E4 september 2016Trevor faces the wrath of Captain Lee after putting the crew's safety in jeopardy during their night out. Ben stresses over a charter guest with very particular dietary needs. Kelley and Nico both find themselves attracted to the same Stew and Sierra learns just how difficult it can be working with Ben.
The Freak Comes Out at Night
episode S4.E5 october 2016Sierra makes a decision following a tense night with Ben. Meanwhile Kelley is challenged with getting through the charter shorthanded. A new crew member joins Valor. Nico takes his pursuit of Emily to new lows but will his romantic endeavors cost him his friendship with Lauren?
The One Where the Charter Guests Almost Die
episode S4.E6 october 2016Captain Lee grows increasingly frustrated with Kelley after a series of missteps by the newly minted bosun. Kate is surprised by a visitor that rattles Ben's ego to the core. Kelley steps up his game in his pursuit of Emily. Meanwhile a terrifying boating accident leaves the lives of the charter guests hanging in the balance.
Decent Proposal
episode S4.E7 october 2016Kate says goodbye to her girlfriend while Ben makes a heartfelt gesture to a fellow crew member. The Valor crew prepares a surprise engagement dinner for their guests. Captain Lee's patience begins to wear thin with Kelley. Kyle takes his admiration for Sierra to the next level.
One Less Fish in the Sea
episode S4.E8 october 2016Kelley is angry with Sierra after he finds out how she treated a member of the deck team. Emily enjoys a night out with Ben while things get very heated between Kate and the exterior crew. Kyle gets his wish and takes Sierra out on a date.
The Sea Was Angry
episode S4.E9 november 2016Psychics (that didn't know there would be rough seas), 30 knot winds, broken champagne bottles, and lots of vomit.
Bombed by a Care Bear
episode S4.E10 november 2016Sierra loses her cool after Kyle pushes her patience to the limit. Ben's latest galley masterpiece ends up having a near lethal effect on one of the crew. Kyle finds a common bond with one of the charter guests and introduces the crew to a new side of him while Ben and Emily take their relationship to the next level.
Bosun Blues
episode S4.E11 november 2016Captain Lee reprimands the crew for damaging a very expensive piece of the boat. Nico confronts Kelley over some long simmering issues. Dean Slover returns for a third charter trip but will Ben be up to the challenge of catering to Dean and his set of particulars? Kelley's managerial skills are put to the test when Dean throws an unexpected curve ball at him.
Bemily
episode S4.E12 november 2016Kelley suffers the repercussions of stranding Dean on an isolated beach. Captain Lee makes a decision regarding the exterior team that shakes Kelley to his core. Kate grows frustrated with Emily's lack of attention to her job. Ben and Emily take their relationship to the next level and Kyle must decide whether or not to tell his girlfriend about his date with Sierra.
Waking the Resting Bitch Face
episode S4.E13 november 2016Kate's patience grows increasingly thin with Emily and Sierra's work ethic. Sierra and Kelley have heated words. Kelley acclimates to life onboard with a new Senior Deckhand and Lauren and Nico grow tired of Kate's manipulative ways.
50 Shades of Ben
episode S4.E14 december 2016Sierra spirals out of control. Emily questions if Ben is truly "just friends" with Kate. Kyle makes Ashley a very attractive offer. Kate sits Nico and Lauren down for a one-on-one chat and Ben crosses a line with Kate that changes the dynamic of their friendship forever.
The 1 Percenters
episode S5.E1 september 2017Captain Lee, Kate and Nico are joined by six new crew members as they embark on a new charter. Kate and Nico have their hands full as they are charged with training a few inexperienced crew members. Nico is also dealing with a personal tragedy.
It Ain't Easy Being Green
episode S5.E2 september 2017The crew welcomes their first charter guests. Mistakes continue to follow the crew and Captain Lee finds himself having to get more involved. During the first night out, the alcohol flow reveals some of the crew's true colors and romantic intentions.
Jesus Saves
episode S5.E3 september 2017Chris Brown's decision to nap finds him in the crosshairs with Captain Lee. Kate meets a cute sailor and has a rendezvous on his boat during charter. Matt faces his first challenge of the season with sushi dinner and a tequila pairing.
Kate Goes to Church
episode S5.E4 september 2017Jesus and Kate get to know each other. Chris Brown makes a pass at Brianna. A group of guests arrive ready to party. Matt makes a move on Brianna while Nico's wandering eye might get him in trouble. Nico and the exterior make a disastrous mistake.
Cool Beans
episode S5.E5 october 2017Captain Lee makes a decision regarding the crew's re-configuration which rocks the team to its core. Kate plans an anniversary surprise for the charter guests that fizzles. Meanwhile criticism from the charter guests sends Matt spiraling into shame.
100 Feet From Catastrophe
episode S5.E6 october 2017Nico is pushed to his breaking point under the leadership of boson EJ. Matt continues to unravel after his date with Brianna. Captain Lee makes a staffing decision. Jen feels under-appreciated in her department which causes strife with Brianna.
Blindsided
episode S5.E7 october 2017Leigh Anne Tuohy and her friends prove to be a challenge for Matt's culinary skills. Nico settles into life as the number two on deck but questions if he can stick out. Jen tries to impress Kate but fails to adhere to the dress code.
Under Cover Boss
episode S5.E8 october 2017Nico and Brianna grow closer despite Nico's girlfriend back in Chicago. Unexpected news sends Matt into an alcohol fueled day off. Kate challenges Jen and Brianna to a stewardess speed test which has unexpected consequences.
Hot Mess Express
episode S5.E9 october 2017The crew have their hands full when eight big personalities come on board. Matt attempts to step up his cooking game. Nico attempts to show Captain Lee he is better bosun material than EJ, but a beach picnic might prove too much for him to handle.
King Come-On-I-Wanna-Lay-Ya
episode S5.E10 november 2017An accident puts Nico in jeopardy of finishing out the rest of the charter season. Kate is forced to leave her stews behind on the yacht as she attempts to entertain the not-so-pleased-to-be-landlocked guests. Matt is back in hot water with another restaurant owner.
Only Doing It For The Money
episode S5.E11 november 2017Captain Lee has a special guest come aboard and the crew gets to see a different side to their leader. A familiar face from the past surprises the crew and immediately has eyes for Jen. An all-female charter proves to be a handful.
You Don't Mess with the Primary
episode S5.E12 november 2017Captain Lee tests Matt as he removes Bruno from the galley, and joins the women for dinner. Kyle has ulterior motives as he and Jen grow closer. Nico is conflicted as his feelings for his ex and Brianna grow. Jen reaches her breaking point.
The One Where Jen Loses Her Mind
episode S5.E13 november 2017Timothy Sykes is back and can't live without his WiFi. Kate and Captain Lee know the expectations that are required for a guest of this magnitude and are feeling the pressure. Jen is under intense scrutiny after she has upset the entire crew.
The Champagne Campaign
episode S5.E14 december 2017It's the final night of the charter season and tensions within the crew are running high. Jen attempts to be on her best behavior. Nico gathers the courage to end things with Brianna, while Jen makes a final attempt to mend things with Kate.
Reunion
episode S5.E15 december 2017The Below Deck crew sit down and hash out all the antics that took place in Season 5.
- No One Said This Job Was Easy
- What Happens in the Hot Tub Stays in the Hot Tub
- Hair Models and Filthy Martinis
- That Tuna Is F@#!Ed
- The Freak Comes Out at Night
- The One Where the Charter Guests Almost Die
- Decent Proposal
- One Less Fish in the Sea
- The Sea Was Angry
- Bombed by a Care Bear
- Bosun Blues
- Bemily
- Waking the Resting Bitch Face
- 50 Shades of Ben
- The 1 Percenters
- It Ain't Easy Being Green
- Jesus Saves
- Kate Goes to Church
- Cool Beans
- 100 Feet From Catastrophe
- Blindsided
- Under Cover Boss
- Hot Mess Express
- King Come-On-I-Wanna-Lay-Ya
- Only Doing It For The Money
- You Don't Mess with the Primary
- The One Where Jen Loses Her Mind
- The Champagne Campaign
- Reunion
Best moments9
- Tensions continue to mount between Trevor and the rest of the deck team. Kelley starts getting close to a flirty, single charter guests and Kate and Ben clash in the galley. During their first night out, tensions reach a boiling point over Trevor's antics.
- Captain Lee, Kate and Nico are joined by six new crew members as they embark on a new charter. Kate and Nico have their hands full as they are charged with training a few inexperienced crew members. Nico is also dealing with a personal tragedy.
- Psychics (that didn't know there would be rough seas), 30 knot winds, broken champagne bottles, and lots of vomit.
- Nico and Brianna grow closer despite Nico's girlfriend back in Chicago. Unexpected news sends Matt into an alcohol fueled day off. Kate challenges Jen and Brianna to a stewardess speed test which has unexpected consequences.
- Jesus and Kate get to know each other. Chris Brown makes a pass at Brianna. A group of guests arrive ready to party. Matt makes a move on Brianna while Nico's wandering eye might get him in trouble. Nico and the exterior make a disastrous mistake.
- The crew have their hands full when eight big personalities come on board. Matt attempts to step up his cooking game. Nico attempts to show Captain Lee he is better bosun material than EJ, but a beach picnic might prove too much for him to handle.
- Captain Lee makes a decision regarding the crew's re-configuration which rocks the team to its core. Kate plans an anniversary surprise for the charter guests that fizzles. Meanwhile criticism from the charter guests sends Matt spiraling into shame.
- The crew welcomes their first charter guests. Mistakes continue to follow the crew and Captain Lee finds himself having to get more involved. During the first night out, the alcohol flow reveals some of the crew's true colors and romantic intentions.
- The Below Deck crew sit down and hash out all the antics that took place in Season 5.
- What Happens in the Hot Tub Stays in the Hot Tub
- The 1 Percenters
- The Sea Was Angry
- Under Cover Boss
- Kate Goes to Church
- Hot Mess Express
- Cool Beans
- It Ain't Easy Being Green
- Reunion