Jolly (TOS-BN)

Surrender the Galactica!

Following the return of Captain Apollo and others from the mission to Yevra, Lieutenant Jolly joins Lieutenant Boomer and Ensign Giles in the Officers' Lounge to discuss Apollo's despondent state after Commander Adama disbanded the search parties for Boxey. When Starbuck arrives, Jolly informs him that Apollo "won't even talk to us," explaining that he has been in this state since the search was discontinued. Along with Giles, Jolly mutters that "the commander can be a real hard case sometimes" in response to Adama's decision to prevent Apollo from continuing the search alone.

When a mysterious Cylon force attacks the Fleet, Jolly participates in the engagement as part of the responding squadrons. During the initial phase of the battle, when scanners detect a large force of ships approaching Galactica, Jolly speculates over the commline, "Could it be some kind of maverick Cylon group?" His question is quickly addressed by Boomer's characteristic cautious analysis.

During the major battle with Spectre's forces, Jolly demonstrates exceptional piloting skill. From the SuperViper, Starbuck observes Jolly's impressive performance and comments to Apollo, "Did you see Jolly zip through that trio? It looked like he knocked them off with one blow." Jolly's combat effectiveness is noted alongside other skilled pilots such as Boomer, Giles, and Greenbean during the intense engagement.

Jolly is also mentioned by Hera when she attempts to justify her actions to Starbuck, noting that she would have interfered with the plans of "anybody else. Boomer, Jolly—" to prevent them from undertaking dangerous solo missions.