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3 Netflix shows like 'Crew Girl' to watch after the YA drama

Loved "Crew Girl" on Netflix? This trio of TV shows has a similar mix of sporty competition and sizzling chemistry

3 Netflix shows like 'Crew Girl' to watch after the YA drama

Looking for a sporty streaming romance to watch after bingeing Netflix's new series, Crew Girl? You're in luck. Here are three lesser-known but equally entertaining YA dramas on Netflix that share Crew Girl's blend of athletic ambitions, romantic dramas, and youthful growing pains.

First up is Finding Her Edge, a Canadian series adapted from a novel of the same name. It follows 17-year-old ice dancer Adriana Russo as she returns to the sport when her family's rink faces financial ruin. Adriana pairs up with new skating partner Brayden to train for the World Championships, all while dealing with the reappearance of her former skating partner Freddie, now skating with someone else.

If ice skating isn't your speed, you might prefer All American. This gridiron drama is inspired by the life of professional American football player Spencer Paysinger. The series looks at the racial tensions and class differences between Crenshaw and Beverly Hills high schools as football star Spencer James is recruited to play for a rival school. The show tackles these issues through strong performances from its diverse cast, including Bre-Z, Greta Onieogou, and Samantha Logan.

Finally, if you're in the mood for something a bit different, consider the Spanish drama Olympo. This series focuses on the competitive aspirations and interpersonal relationships of young athletes training at the Pirineos Center of High Performance. Centered around national synchronized swimming team captain Amaia Olaberria, Olympo follows her investigations into her fellow athletes' performance-enhancing practices after her best friend collapses during a competition.

Although the series was cancelled after just one season, its eight-episode run makes for an entertaining binge-watch.

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