His campaign quickly hits a wall when he realizes that being the smartest candidate isn't enough to win over a student body that values popularity. He faces off against , played by Isabella Coben, who proves to be a formidable opponent. After Nell launches an "attack ad" highlighting Sheldon’s love for homework, Sheldon—at Meemaw’s encouragement—decides to play dirty. He ultimately secures a win by exposing Nell’s "darkest secret": she is actually a New Yorker with a Yankees pennant in her room, a major offense in East Texas. Main Cast and Guest Stars