document_title: List of Ace of Diamond episodes

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Season
Episodes
Originally aired

First aired
Last aired

1
75
October 3, 2013 (2013-10-03)
March 29, 2015 (2015-03-29)

2
51
April 6, 2015 (2015-04-06)
March 28, 2016 (2016-03-28)

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Title
Original air date[5]

1
"The One Pitch"
"Unmei no Ikkyū" (運命の一球)
October 6, 2013

Eijun Sawamura, the pitcher of a novice junior high baseball team, meets with a bitter walk-off loss. For Sawamura the loss becomes his last game in junior high, so he sets a new goal of going to the nationals in high school with his teammates. As he begins his hard quest on studying, a guest arrives unannounced. Her name is Rei Takashima. Rei had been watching his last game and believes Sawamura has a gift. She is the assistant director of the prestigious Seidou High School Baseball Team, and she invites Sawamura to Seido after seeing his potential. Sawamura's reply shocks her, but Takashima refuses to give up and tricks Sawamura into a visit. This episode covers chapter 1.

2
"Partner"
"Aibō" (相棒)
October 13, 2013[6]

Kazuya Miyuki becomes the catcher for Sawamura in a contest against Seido's dangerous clean-up batter, Kiyokuni Azuma. As Eijun tries to pitch down the middle, he finds himself tense and unable to control the ball. Kazuya immediately calls time and comes out to give him some words of encouragement. The words have the desired effect as Eijun finds more control than ever before and unveils a dangerous weapon he didn't know he had. Seeing how people like Kazuya can alter his pitching, Eijun decides to come to Seido as long as he can become the ace of the team. This episode covers chapters 2 and 3.

3
"Not Qualified to Be a Pitcher?"
"Tōshu Shikkaku?" (投手失格？)
October 20, 2013[7]

Eijun is nervous about rooming with older teammates, but they make him feel a too little at home on his first night. Eijun ends up oversleeping and shows up late when it's time to meet Coach Tesshina Kataoka, a former Japanese pro pitcher. Miyuki also shows up late, but he uses Sawamura as a decoy to sneak into his line. Kataoka shows no mercy and says Eijun can never become a pitcher if he can't show up on time. He also makes Miyuki run laps, as well as Eijun's two room mates for allowing him to oversleep. Sawamura is determined to prove he can be the ace though, so Coach Kataoka gives him a special challenge, saying until he can complete this challenge, he can't play in a baseball game for Seidou. This episode covers chapters 4 to 6.

4
"Are You Like Me?"
"Onaji Taipu?" (同じタイプ？)
October 27, 2013[8]

Seido faces off against Ichidai Third High School, the school that beat them last year. While their top-level offense rakes in runs, the ace Tanba struggles, and the game turns into a batting contest. However Sawamura isn't present. Instead he is training back at school. During his training Furuya, another first-year pitcher, approaches him. Showing sympathy to Sawamura's peculiar training method, Furuya offers to play catch with him. Sawamura is in a cheery mood with Furuya's kindness, but the speed of Furuya's throws far exceeds his expectations. This episode covers chapters 7 to 9.

5
"A Clash"
"Gekitotsu" (激突)
November 3, 2013[9]

Coach Kataoka, or "Shades" as Sawamura calls him, organizes a game between the first years and the non-starters on the second and third year teams. The goal is to determine who will join the starters for upcoming practice games. When Sawamura comes across Kataoka in the bath, the coach gives him one final chance to answer his question. After the answer is given, Sawamura is allowed into the upcoming game, but when he starts as an outfielder, it could spell doom for any chance he has on the varsity team. This episode covers chapters 9 to 12.

6
"Head to Head!"
"Makkō Shōbu" (真っ向勝負！)
November 10, 2013[10]

Thanks to the words of fellow first year Haruichi Kominato, Eijun makes it on base. Next Haruichi promises to bring him home and get the first years a run. Haruichi proves to be a brilliant batter, and thanks to his spring Eijun scores. However the first years quickly get three outs, and Coach Kataoka says he will call it a game unless all the first years agree to continue. Most want to drop out, but thanks to words of encouragement from Eijun they decide to continue. Eijun is placed on the mound, and Hariuchi is placed at shortstop. The two seem to be working effectively together against the older students until Eijun's upperclassman roommate Masuko comes to the plate. Can Eijun find a way to strike out his roommate, who is the #5 hitter for the JV team? This episode covers chapters 13 to 16.

7
"The Two Batteries"
"Futatsu no Batterī" (ふたつのバッテリー)
November 17, 2013[11]

The game concludes, and Furuya and Masuko are promoted to varsity while Eijun and Haruichi are promoted to JV. Along with the promotion comes additional pitchers training for Furuya and Eijun. However their training can only be done with the partners that Coach Kataoka assigns them. Furuya is assigned to work with Miyuki while Sawamura is assigned to work with Chris. However instead of catching Eijun's pitch, Chris continually gives him additional work that isn't pitching, making Eijun think the coach has gotten the last laugh and that he won't succeed at Seidou. This episode covers chapters 17 to 19.

8
"The Truth About Chris"
"Kurisu no Shinjitsu" (クリスの真実)
November 24, 2013[12]

Chris continues to leave practice early and gives Eijun additional workouts. Eijun believes Chris is slacking off and has given up on making the first string, but what makes him the most mad is when Chris tells him he will never be the ace as long as Furuya is on the team. Rei Takashima reveals she was the one who assigned Eijun to work with Chris because of his knowledge of the game, and when Eijun bad mouths Chris he ticks off Miyuki. Rei ends up taking Eijun to see one of Chris rehab practices and reveals he is the only man Miyuki has never beaten. She later reveals that Chris is recovering from a shoulder injury he caused to worsen by continuing to play while he was hurt. The workouts he assigns Eijun before leaving for the day are to strengthen and protect him. Eijun realizes Chris was trying to make it where he wouldn't get hurt and begs Chris to teach him baseball. This episode covers chapters 19 to 21.

9
"With Chagrin in His Heart"
"Kuyashisa, Mune ni Kizande" (悔しさ、胸に刻んで)
December 1, 2013[13]

Sawamura begins to follow Chris everywhere to try to learn more about baseball. He also sits out of some practices so he can learn how the communication of a team works. Chris finally gives in to Eijun's persistence and catches a few of his pitches. After catching them, Chris informs Eijun he must find his specialty if he is to be truly effective as a pitcher. At first Sawamura is confused. He knows his speed isn't the best and he can't throw breaking balls, so what could be his specialty. Eventually Sawamura decides his specialty is his control, but focusing solely on control lowers his speed and allows him to get slaughtered in weekend a game. Can Sawamura figure out what his specialty truly is before being demoted? This episode covers chapters 22 to 24.

10
"Hone Your Moving Fastball"
"Migake, Kusedama" (磨け、クセ球)
December 8, 2013[14]

Chris finally tells Eijun what sets him apart is his moving fastball. He reveals all the training he's given Eijun could make him the ace if he does it regularly for one year. However Eijun wants to thank Chris personally by delivering his best pitch to him in a game. One night when he's doing secret practices, Coach Kataoka catches him and threatens to split him up from Chris. When Eijun tells him his reason for practicing this way at night, he recommends Eijun start a towel exercise that will improve his flexibility and control. Now with his speed back and his movement becoming better than ever, Sawamura is ready for his final JV game. The only question is will there be a catcher available to help him and catch his moving fastball? This episode covers chapters 25 to 27.

11
"Chris to the Field!"
"Kurisu Shutsujin!" (クリス出陣！)
December 15, 2013[15]

Eijun appears to have greater speed on his moving fast ball than ever before. However his control has gone hectic. After walking the bases loaded with no outs, Coach Kataoka signals for a change. Most of the team believes it will be Eijun getting subbed out. Instead Chris is inserted into the game. He calls all the infield together and reveals a plan that he believes will turn the momentum around completely. The only question is whether or not Eijun will be able to do so with all his wild pitches. This episode covers chapters 27 to 30.

12
"Target"
"Tāgetto" (ターゲット)
December 22, 2013[16]

Chris has Miyuki join him and Sawamura in the bullpen as they try to master Sawamura's new pitching form and get him to start throwing strikes with it. Chris's father Animal shows up at the game and tries to get Chris to stop playing, believing his shoulder isn't yet healed and that he will only cause further damage to himself. In order to stop Seido's momentum, Naoyuki Zaizen suggests they change the target from trying to destroy Sawamura to trying to destroy Chris. This episode covers chapters 30 to 33.

13
"You're in the First-String"
"Ichigun Shōkaku" (一軍昇格)
December 29, 2013[17]

To stop the attacks on Chris, Sawamura reverts back to his original pitching form while maintaining the wall against the dangerous Naoyuki Zaizen. The results not only improve Sawamura's speed, but they start putting pressure on Zaizen and reveal an injury he had earlier. With Chris and Zaizen being of equal strength now, the momentum swings back to Seido. After 3 innings Chris and Sawamura are pulled from the game. The game concludes and the Coach calls everyone together. Two players are moved up to the varsity team, and many third years have their hearts broken. While Chris isn't brought up to play, he is brought up as a manager for the varsity team. This episode covers chapters 34 to 37.

14
"Training Camp Begins!"
"Gasshuku Sutāto!" (合宿スタート！)
January 12, 2014[18]

Sawamura continues to train hard, but when Chris notices he is overworking, he has Miyuki pull him into the indoor training facility for some pickoff training and leg positioning training so he won't get hurt. Furuya is reminded he must trim his nails and is also forced to start pickoff training. Furuya tells Miyuki he has a twisted personality. Tanba watches his rivals and vows not to give the ace number to anyone else. As hell week begins Tanba and Kawakami are sent to the bullpen while Sawamura and Furuya are forced to work on fielding practice and base coverage scenarios. Once their coverage scenarios are done they are sent out for outfield catching. In the bullpen Tanba works on a secret pitch with Miyauchi, the secondary varsity catcher. When the 100 yard sprints start and the night workouts increase, Sawamura realizes him and his fellow first years haven't prepared for anything like this. This episode covers chapters 38 to 40.

15
"Lead With Your Plays!"
"Purē de Hippare!" (プレーで引っぱれ！)
January 19, 2014[19]

As day two of training camp begins, Sawamura is in the batting circle. However all the balls are at his feet. Sawamura is sent out to do fielding practice without having made a single hit, but he blames it all on being tired. As the training camp continues Sawamura finds himself slowly improving, though he is removed from outfield practice due to his horrible plays. Chris lets him pitch, though only into the net. Unknown to everyone, the Coach arranges three practice games for the weekend to see how everyone will do at maximum fatigue. Sawamura and Furuya are scheduled to pitch the game held on Saturday, while Tanba and Kawakami are scheduled to do Sunday's double header. After practice Furuya and Eijun find themselves called into Miyuki's room. Upon entering they see all the varsity team upper classman relaxing. At first Eijun thinks they are going to beat him for taking Chris's roster spot, but Miyuki's motive is to get the two freshmen pitchers to spend time with the upper classmen who will be fielding behind them. As Day 5 hits Sawamura and Furuya are sent into the bullpen to pitch and told they will pitch both batting practice and in the bullpen on Day 6 to get ready for their game on Day 7. Meanwhile the coach starts to punish the upper classman in fielding practice by taking over the batting practice. This episode covers chapters 41 to 44.

16
"Challenge"
"Shiren" (試練)
January 26, 2014[20]

The practice game between Seido and Osaka Kiryu begins with Furuya determined not to give up any hits after remembering the coaches words, "go get obliterated today." The first batter nails his fastball deep to the outfield. A bases loaded walk gives Kiryu a 3-0 lead and prompts a visit to the mound by Miyuki. The visit reminds Furuya to trust in the fielders around him. Furuya begins to intentionally give up hits so his outfielders can cover for his current weakness. This episode covers chapters 44 to 47.

17
"Games Are Fun"
"Shiai wa Tanoshii" (試合は楽しい)
February 2, 2014[21]

Kiryu's ace, Hiromi Toshi, continues to dominate Seido's batters as his speed increases as the game goes on. Miyuki decides to play a game with Toshi and has Furuya pitch full out with the goal of striking out the ace. To show off more of his dominance, Furuya hits a homer off of Toshi in the bottom of the fifth. As the two teams appear to become even, we reach the sixth inning. Sawamura is brought in to pitch the remaining four innings while Furuya is sent to the outfield to give him fielding practice and additional at bats. Takahiro Matsumoto gets pissed, thinking his team is merely practice targets for Seido's first years. Sawamura experiences pitching problems similar to Furuya's. However because his previous team was weak, he is used to such situations and quickly begins to adjust. This episode covers chapters 47 to 50.

18
"I Hate It, But..."
"Mukatsuku kedo" (ムカつくけど)
February 9, 2014[22]

Miyuki continues to try to get Sawamura to pitch inside and gain additional control, but his motivational speeches seem to have little to no effect on Sawamura. Sawamura begins to try to trust in his infielder's, and as he does so he sees his pitching begin to improve. While many runs are given up, both Sawamura and Furuya learn the lessons the coach hoped to have them learn in the training camp. After the game Coach Matsumoto acknowledges Sawamura's ability and praises how it can be a secret weapon if it is utilized correctly, but only with a little refining. This episode covers chapters 51 to 53.

19
"Fate"
"Innen" (因縁)
February 16, 2014[23]

A 3-set of matches takes place to end the training week of hell as Inashiro Industrial vs. Seido, Inashiro Industrial vs. Shuuhoku, and Shuuhoku vs. Seido on Seido's field. Kawakami pitches the game vs. Inashiro Industrial with Miyauchi while Tanba is forced to work with Miyuki. None of the starters play in the match vs. Inashiro Industrial, though Furuya is positioned in left field for the entire game. Inashiro Industrial brings out their starters for the second game, including southpaw ace Narumiya Mei. Mei already has a wicked slider, curve ball, and fast ball, but in the game he debuts a change up pitch that could make him unbeatable. Finally we start the Shuuhoku vs. Seido match. Through 6 innings Miyuki has Tanba throw nothing but curveballs and fastballs, but in the seventh inning Tanba debuts his new fork ball. This episode covers chapters 54 to 56.

20
"Emergency"
"Kinkyū Jitai" (緊急事態)
February 23, 2014[24]

The second half of the Seido, Shuuhoku match begins with Tanba unveiling his fork ball. Combined with his fastball and his curve ball Seido seems to have a new found sense of confidence. As Tanba comes to bat however, Shuuhoku's pitcher loses control of one pitch and forces an emergency cancellation of the game and leads to something that could ruin Seido's season. As the players are feeling depressed, the summer tournament bracket is revealed. In order to play Inashiro Industrial, Seido will have to make it to the Tokyo Final. Sawamura is told to get better with his control and also told he'll debut when the time is right. Additional training is given to Sawamura and Furuya while some of the seniors are forced to start pitching training to help motivate them and prepare them should 3 pitchers not be enough. This episode covers chapters 57 to 59.

21
"To the Dream Stage"
"Yume no Butai e" (夢の舞台へ)
March 2, 2014[25]

Kanemaru helps Sawamura get ready for the exams. Until Sawamura passes all his exams, he will be ineligible to play in a game. After a few practices, he manages to get a 30, two 35's, and a 36 on his test making him eligible for the tourney. As Chris watches Sawamura pitch into the net, he secretly thinks up how he can fine tune Sawamura's grip into a great weapon that no one will be able to defeat. Furuya isn't as lucky and is forced to take the makeup test. Everyone receives their numbers. The opening ceremonies are held for the Tokyo Tournament. Only two schools, those whom make the championship game, will be able to go on to the National Tournament. After the Opening Ceremony, Seido returns to their practice facility. Furuya and Sawamura get used to the fielding, but Kawakami appears to be struggling. Realizing it's time to boost Kawakami's confidence, the Coach takes him aside and announces he will be their ace closer and to not worry about having to start. Furuya is named the starter. Seido opens its first match against Maimon West, who is about to see what Furuya's fastball is all about. This episode covers chapters 60 to 62.

22
"Calling for Attention"
"Apīru Taimu" (アピールタイム)
March 9, 2014[26]

Seido shows Maimon West that they are underestimating no one in the tournament. After being retired 1-2-3 in the top of the first, Seido manages to score 3 in the top of the second. Meanwhile Furuya continues to strike out batter after batter with his high fastball. Seido goes on to continue punishing Maimon West, gaining a 15-0 lead. This episode covers chaptes 63 to 65.

23
"First Official Appearance"
"Kōshikisen Debyū" (公式戦デビュー)
March 16, 2014[27]

With a 15-0 lead in place, Seido brings in Sawamura to pitch inning 4. The game ends up being called, and Seido advances with ease. Seeing how high Furuya's ball was, Chris takes Sawamura aside and teaches him how to hold the ball and turn his pitch into a fine weapon no one will be expecting. Seido then participates in their second game of the tournament against Puplic Murata East High School. This episode covers chapters 66 to 68.

24
"Clockwork"
"Seimitsu Kikai" (精密機械)
March 23, 2014[28]

The match between Seido and Puplic Murata East ends with Seido getting another called game, 10-0 after 5 innings. Seido sticks around to watch the next game and sees Akikawa Academy's Shunshin Yeung and his clockwork control. Yeung pitches mostly to the outside corners, and his rotation of the spots makes it hard for batters to predict where it will be. Seido begins planning immediately to combat it. Scouts and magazine writers head to Seido to watch Furuya pitch. However Miyuki realizes Furuya's body isn't used to Tokyo's heat after coming down from Hokkaido and limits him to 10 pitches. Everyone that sticks around gets to watch Sawamura work on his inside control with Kanemaru in the batting circle. The next day the reporters head to Akikawa where they are shocked to see Yeung is the pitcher for the practice sessions. They also see the pitching machine turned up full throttle so Akikawa's players can get used to seeing the speed with their eyes, even if they can't hit it. This episode covers chapters 69 to 71.

25
"Anti-Furuya Strategy"
"Furuya Kōryaku" (降谷攻略)
March 30, 2014[29]

The night before the game, Coach Kataoka stands in the batters box and has Sawamura pitch to him. Sawamura's pitch decides his fate for the Akikawa game. As the game begins, Furuya once again pitches full out. However Akikawa reveals a plan to wear him out through bunts and forcing more lack of control. Miyuki realizes their plan and comes up with a counterattack, but will Furuya be able to execute it? This episode covers chapters 72 to 75.

26
"Miracle Akikawa"
"Mirakuru Akikawa" (ミラクル明川)
April 6, 2014[30]

In the top of the first, Shunshin Yeung comes to the plate and forces Furuya to throw a meat ball which he nails to left, giving Akikawa a 2-0 lead early on. With the lead Yeung heads to the mound and is able to start his precision throwing. Yeung comes up with a plan that he believes will destroy Seido if it is executed to perfection, but it requires getting one more run off of Furuya. This episode covers chapters 75 to 78.

27
"I'm Not Running"
"Nigenē zo" (逃げねえぞ)
April 13, 2014[31]

As the heat continues to increase, Coach Kataoka declares that if Furuya even lets one batter on base, he will switch him out. At first this declaration provides Furuya the motivation he needs to get stronger, and his pitch gets faster. However Akikawa begins to use their bunt plan efficiently forcing Furuya to tire himself even more. With no other choice, a pitcher change is called for. Sawamura is called into action. After nearly throwing the ball away on a toss to first base, Miyuki calls for a four-seam fastball to the inside, the exact pitch Sawamura used against the coach the night before. We see the results of that pitch. Akikawa hesitates being unable to see his (Sawamura's) pitch due to his form, and Sawamura forces a pop out to third to get out of the 4th inning. This episode covers chapters 79 to 82.

28
"Path, Eijun Sawamura to the Scorching Mound"
"Kiseki Sawamura Eijun Nettō no Maundo e" (軌跡　沢村栄純　熱闘のマウンドへ)
April 20, 2014[32]

This episode serves as a recap of the first 27 episodes, showing how Eijun Sawamura joined the Seido High School Baseball team, his struggles with the JV, and his eventual rise to play in the tournament all while hoping to become the ace of the team.

29
"Neck and Neck"
"Kikkō" (拮抗)
April 27, 2014[33]

Sawamura's moving fastball and four seamer continue to cause problems for Akikawa's batters. As Seido's batters start to get on base, Miyuki comes to the plate and is able to predict the pitches Shunshin Yeung will make. Miyuki's at bat not only helps Seido's batters improve, but Tanba is sent to the bullpen to warm-up and cause an additional scare for Akikawa's batters. Will it all be enough to reverse the score and give Seido the lead? This episode covers chapters 82 to 85.

30
"Winner and Loser"
"Shōsha to Haisha" (勝者と敗者)
May 4, 2014[34]

Ichidai continues to watch the game between Seido and Akikawa, declaring the next team to score will win in this 2-2 tie. Coach Kataoka inserts Haruichi as a pinch hitter, and he responds by getting on base. Sawamura's bunt gets Haruichi to second base and brings up the lead-off batter, Kuramochi. Kuramochi makes it to first base, ushering Haruichi to third. Following Kuramochi, Ryosuke squeezes and the team gets two runs from Haruichi and Kuramochi. In the end, Seido wins 7-2. Regardless, Yeung is happy that he finally got to play the style of Japanese baseball he loved in his last summer of play. This episode covers chapters 85 to 88.

31
"Dark Horse"
"Dāku Hōsu" (ダークホース)
May 11, 2014[35]

After winning their match, Seido stays behind to watch Manaka's pitching in hopes of gaining a slight advantage in the quarterfinal game. Tanba remembers his past ties with Manaka and swears to return in that quarterfinal match. However Yakushi has made many changes to their lineup, including three first years in the 3, 4, and 5 spots. When the first of these first years arrives, Raichi Todoroki, he nails Manaka's best fastball out of the stadium to give his team the early 1-0 lead. Ichidai is forced to make an early pitching change, with Manaka moving to the outfield, and the game becomes a slugging contest. As inning 5 approaches, Manaka demands to return to the mound so his team can move on to the quarterfinals. Ichidai gives in, and Manaka returns with better control than before. This episode covers chapters 89 to 91.

32
"Summers"
"Sorezore no Natsu" (それぞれの夏)
May 18, 2014[36]

Raichi returns to the batters box for a second match against Manaka. While Manaka gets some good pitches in and appears to have the advantage, and unfortunate bounce leads to an injury to Manaka. Without Manaka the teams pitching begins to struggle. The outcome of the Yakushi/Ichidai game shocks the members of Seido as Raichi's hits decide the outcome. Now Seido must prepare for a team they have no advance data on, out of having watched one match. As Seido's first years attempt to make their way back to the bus, they come across Raichi and Raizou in the back practicing. When Raizou says there are no other pitchers that Raichi needs to worry about until they face Narumiya Mei, it gets Sawamura and Furuya's blood boiling. Kominato tells the rest of the team what happened the next day when they see Sawamura and Furuya practicing so hard, it gets the teams entire blood boiling. Tanba asks the cleanup batters to help him get ready for the next game in simulation practices as Seido's preparations start to go to work. This episode covers chapters 92 to 94.

33
"Money Tree"
"Kane no Naru Ki" (金のなる木)
May 25, 2014[37]

The episode begins with Chris coaching the team on Yakushi's batting power and their true ace, Sanada, who comes out of the bullpen and throws a shootball. Seeing their methods, Kataoka decides to take action. Kataoka calls Sawamura, Furuya, and Kawakami into his office and tells them that Tanba isn't ready to pitch in the next game. Instead he decides they will go with Furuya for innings 1-3, Sawamura for 4-6, and Kawakami for 7-9. After he leaves them he approaches Tanba and tells him to start getting ready in the bullpen in inning 5 and that he will likely play in the game. As game day arrives the entire Seido team stares down Yakushi, mostly focusing their stares on Raichi Todoroki. When the lineups are revealed though, coach Raizou Todoroki has made some adjustments. Raichi has been moved and is now the first batter. This episode covers chapters 95 to 97.

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"Reliable Teammates"
"Tayoreru Senpai-tachi" (頼れる先輩達)
June 1, 2014[38]

Raichi faces Furuya and manages to get a double. The next batter hits a single allowing Raichi to score and give Yakushi a 1-0 lead. Miyuki quickly reminds Furuya that he has reliable teammates behind him, and after a marvelous caught steal on Yakushi, Miyuki gives Seido the confidence it needs. Seido responds in the bottom of the first, and thanks to a 2-run homer by Masuko Seido takes a 3-1 lead. Seeing that his careful planning won't be enough, Raizou prepares to insert Sanada in the lineup earlier than usual and plans to have Raichi crush Furuya on his second at bat. This episode covers chapters 98 to 100.

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"Potential"
"Potential" (ポテンシャル)
June 8, 2014[39]

Furuya comes up to bat in the 7-spot and hits a solo homerun to make it 4-1 in the top of the 3rd. In the bottom of the third inning Coach Kataoka decides to make his move and bring in Sawamura while Furuya moves out to left field. At first Sawamura pitches the ball straight down the middle, but a throwback from Miyuki makes Sawamura remember it is a team game and not a one-on-one contest. Sawamura is able to trick Raichi and get him behind with some outside pitches into a 1-2 count. Finally Sawamura unleashes his 4-seam fastball to the inside and gets Raichi to pop out. As Seido comes to bat in the top of the fourth a double from the captain gives them a 5-1 lead. Seeing that they can't fall behind any more, Raizou calls for a pitches change and brings in Sanada. This episode covers chapters 101 to 103.

36
"The Ace Walks On"
"Ace Toujou" (エース登場)
June 15, 2014[40]

Sanada comes on and reveals he has a dangerous cutter, shutting down Seido's batting strength. Chris tries to figure out why Sanada isn't being used from the start of games. Ichidai players continue to slowly join in and are shocked to see that Seido has shut down Yakushi so far and leads 5-1. Tanba starts warming up in the 5th inning in the bullpen, giving Seido an additional threat. Yakushi's batters are unable to figure out the timing of Sawamura's pitch. Seeing no other choice, Raizou recommends they each get two strikes to get used to the speed of his pitch before swinging. The #8 man gets on base. Then the #9 batter calls for a bunt, the first bunt Yakushi has made in the tournament. Raichi now comes up for his third at bat. A homerun will make it 5-3 and could ruin Seido's momentum. People in the stands begin to wonder if Sawamura will be switched out. As Raichi comes to bat, a mysterious foot comes out of the dugout. Is Sawamura's day over? This episode covers chapters 104 to 106.

36.5
"Seidou Revival"
June 22, 2014

This recap special aired on stations that didn't air the World Cup. It recaps episodes 22 & 23's match vs. Maimon West.

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"Burst!"
"Burst!" (バースト！)
June 29, 2014[41]

Sawamura is given the role of pitching one more inning. After two outside pitches to Raichi, Sawamura finds himself up in the count. Miyuki calls for a high, inside four-seam fastball to get Raichi out, but Raichi sends it out of the park and cuts the lead down to 5–3. After walking the next two batters, Sawamura is pulled from the game. Yakushi's batters manage to connect with Kawakami's pitches and score one more run. However a dramatic catch by Masuko leads to a dramatic double play and Seido gets out of the inning with a 5–4 lead. Sanada is asked to continue through the end game to give Yakushi a fighting chance. In the bullpen Tanba continues to warm up, and Miyauchi thinks to himself that it is the best Tanba has pitched since getting back. This episode covers chapters 107 to 109.

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"Roles"
"Sorezore no Yakuwari" (それぞれの役割)
July 6, 2014[42]

After the captain hits a home run off Sanada, Seido once again leads by two runs. They reach the bottom of the eighth inning, and Kawakami is struggling. He insists on connecting to Tanba in the next game, but when Raichi is walked and manages to steal second base he finds himself in a pinch. Kawakami is able to get two outs, but Raichi scores, making it 6-5, and Yakushi has runners on first and third. Kataoka steps up and calls for a pitching change. In comes Tanba with two outs for his first appearance for an ace vs. ace showdown. This episode covers chapters 110 to 112.

39
"Expectations of an Ace"
"Kitai o Seotte" (期待を背負って)
July 13, 2014[43]

Tanba takes to the mound. After two fastballs Tanba has an 0–2 count lead. Miyuki calls for a curveball, but the curve proves to be low and inside, coming close to a passed ball. Miyuki makes a dramatic save, keeping the one-run lead for Seido. Seeing that Tanba had the pitch, even though he didn't have the control, Miyuki calls for another curve and gets Sanada to strike out. In the top half of the ninth Seido manages to score two runs, going up 8-5. After Furuya grounds into a double play, Kataoka decides to gamble. Furuya is pulled from the game. Tanba is left to face the bottom of the order with a 3-run lead. If even one runner gets on board though, Tanba will have to face off with Raichi. Will Tanba manage to hold on? This episode covers chapters 113 to 115.

40
"The Winning Shot"
"Winning Shot" (ウィニングショット)
July 20, 2014[44]

The top of the ninth takes place as the battle between Seido and Yakushi reaches its climax with a battle between Tanba and Raichi. Tanba makes the count 2-2 when Miyuki finally calls for the forkball to make its debut. Will Raichi have success against the forkball, or will the pressure get to him? The winner advances to the semifinals as the loser ponders how they can improve for next season. This episode covers chapters 116 to 120.

41
"It's the Semifinal"
"Iza, Junkesshou" (いざ、準決勝)
July 27, 2014[45]

The results of the quarterfinals are shown. Seido learns they will be facing a giant who is a curve ball specialist in the semifinals. Furuya is informed he won't pitch in the semifinal. Instead they hope he recovers from his fatigue. The team only has one day to prepare for the semifinal match. In an effort to help the team advance, the seniors raise the mound and the coach acts as the pitcher for a special batting practice. As the morning of gameday arrives, one of Seido's players accidentally shaves his head bald. Sawamura also learns his friends from home will be attending the semifinal to root for him. Meanwhile Haruchi's brother reveals only 18 players can move on to nationals, and he reveals if he doesn't make it to nationals, he will retire from baseball. This episode covers chapters 121 to 123.

42
"The Giant Looks Down"
"Sobieru Dai Kyojin" (そびえる大巨人)
August 3, 2014[46]

The battle between Sensen and Seido gets underway. Sawamura's friends arrive in the fourth inning to see that Seido trails 1–0. In the fourth Seido begins to make contact with Hino's curve ball. Seido manages to load the bases, but a dramatic double play fly out, tag out at home keeps Seishun locked at zero. As we reach the sixth inning Ryousan gets on base. Haruchi is told to start warming up his batting skills, and Sawamura is told to warm up in the bullpen. Ryousan manages to steal home on a ground ball to third, tying the score at 1 a piece. This episode covers chapters 124 to 127.

43
"Revenge"
"Revenge" (リベンジ)
August 10, 2014[47]

Haruchi replaces Tanba in the batting lineup with the bases loaded in a 1-1 game in the top of the sixth. Haruchi falls behind 0-2, but Hino gets greedy and throws a curve ball which Haruchi smacks into left center field for a 3-RBI double, giving Seido a 4–1 lead. Sawamura replaces Tanba as the pitcher and walks the leadoff batter. A quick short field hit gets over Ryousan's head, giving Sensen two runners on. Seido sacrifices a run, making it 4-2, to get the first out, but now Hino comes to the plate with runners and second and third and only one out. After a quirky relay message is sent to Sawamura, all the players relax and Sawamura vows he will never let Miyuki say some words to him again that were shared after the last game. This episode will covers the second half of chapter 127 and go through the first half of 131.

44
"Best Pitch"
"Kimedama" (決め球)
August 17, 2014[48]

Sawamura faces off with Hino in a match-up that come determine the end result of the game. In the showdown Sawamura develops a new pitch, the crossfire pitch. Seido advances with an 8-3 win after Nori gives up an additional run. Sawamura gets to meet briefly with his friends before the team heads inside to watch the other semifinal match. This episode covers the second half of chapter 131 through the first half of 134.

45
"Pitching of Despair"
"Zetsubou o Yobu Toukyuu" (絶望を呼ぶ投球)
August 24, 2014[49]

The second semifinal takes place as Inashiro Vocational battles a surprise dark horse in Sakurazawa High. Sakurazawa had 20 consecutive seasons of first round exits until some surprise first years arrived. Inamooto Masaaki, Hitokoro Yoshimi, and Nagao Akira arrived. Akira brought in the same enthusiasm as Sawamura, but while his pitch looked super slow, the erratic pattern confused many payers. Masaaki surprises everyone by getting the top of Inashiro's order out with his knuckle ball, but when Mei takes the mound and strikes out the side Sakurazawa begins to realize how little a chance they have of advancing. This episode covers the second half of chapter 134 through chapter 136.

46
"Fantasy"
"Yume Monogatari" (夢物語)
August 31, 2014[50]

The pitching duel between Nagao Akira and Narumiya Mei continues with neither team able to consistently get on base. Akira begins to lose his calm when Inashiro's batters begin to figure out his knuckle ball. Unfortunately it's right as Inashiro's cleanup batter, Harada, arrives. A home run gives Inashiro the lead, leading to an 8 run fourth inning, and Mei continues to strike out the side as Inashiro easily advances to the finals with a called game 11-0 after 5. This episode covers chapters 137 through 139.

47
"That Summer"
"... Ano Natsu" (...あの夏)
September 7, 2014[51]

Despite seeing Mei's pitching, Sawamura declares that they will be the ones to advance to Nationals. When the first years need to use the restroom after the match, Kazuya decides to escort them so they won't get lost like usual. While waiting for the first years to finish, Kazuya and Mei meet face-to-face, and we learn that Mei had tried to recruit Kazuya to Inashiro to form the strongest team in the nation. Instead of joining them, Kazuya vowed to beat them and form the strongest team elsewhere. This episode covers chapter 140 and the second half of 149.

48
"At the Dorm..."
"Ryou nite..." (寮にて....)
September 14, 2014[52]

Seidou returns to their dorms where each player comes up with his own conditioning and training to take place over the three days leading up to the championship. This episode covers chapters 141 and 142.

49
"A Nostalgic Face"
"Natsukashii Kao" (懐かしい顔)
September 21, 2014[53]

Kiyokuni Azuma returns to force Seidou into some fielding practice against strong hitters. Little does he know that a rematch with Sawamura is on the horizon, and Azuma comes to realize that this version of Seidou could be the strongest in the history of the school. This episode covers chapters 143 through 145.

50
"Footsteps to Tomorrow"
"Asu e no Ashiato" (明日への足跡)
September 28, 2014[54]

After the intense practice with Azuma, the coach sends the first years off the field and forces the infielders into their own brutal training with him. Rei Takashima takes this opportunity to teach the first years and Kawakami what the third years were like in their first season at Seidou. At the end of the episode the starting lineups for the game against Inashiro are revealed. This episode covers chapters 146 and 147.

51
"The Battle Begins!"
"Kessen Kaishi" (決戦開始!)
October 5, 2014[55]

Seidou battles Inashiro for the right to go to Nationals. Mei overthinks his opening battle with Kuromichi and walks him. Kuromichi steals second base standing up, a sacrifice bunt from Kominato moves him to third, and a base hit from Isashiki gives Seido a 1-0 lead. Seeing nothing to lose, Mei decides to battle Yuuki one-on-one as the rest of Seidou watches wondering if Mei is losing it. This episode covers chapter 148, the first half of 149, all of 150, and the first half of 151.

52
"I Don't Want to Lose"
"Maketakunai" (負けたくない)
October 12, 2014[56]

Mei battles Yuuki one-one-one. Then it's time for Furuya to shine. Furuya throws his own team for a loop when he thanks them for helping him be successful. He then proceeds to strike out the side. Miyuki and Mei go head-to-head, and Mei gives Miyuki exactly what he wants in a change-up, but with no one on it turns into an easy out. Furuya comes out for the second and strikes out the clean-up and #6 batters, though Mei manages to pop out to third instead of striking out. With Furuya throwing with more control and speed than ever, Inashiro realizes they will have to change something up to be successful. It's the end of two, and Seidou leads 1-0. This episode covers from the second half of chapter 151 through the first half of 155.

53
"Change Gears"
"Gia Chenji" (ギアチェンジ)
October 19, 2014[57]

After three innings the game remains close. Next up is the cleanup, Yuki, and Narumiya changes his gears. Baiting with the changeup, he strikes out Yuki with a fastball, creating momentum for Inashiro. Seido realizes Narumiya is only going all out for Yuki, but will this lead to them having a mental blow or lead to them being more determined than ever to defeat Narumiya?

54
"Entrusted Faith and the Courage to Perform"
"Takusu Shinrai, Kotaeru Yuuki" (託す信頼、応える勇気)
October 26, 2014[58]

In the top of the fifth Furuya gets a hit off of Narumiya, leading to a chance to tie the game with Shirasu. The only problem- Shirasu bats ninth. Will Shirasu make it on base, and what will Inashiro do when Tanba takes the mound in the bottom of the fifth?

55
"Strong Men"
"Tsuyoi Otoko" (強い男)
November 2, 2014[59]

Inashiro manages to load the bases with two outs against Tanba, but Tanba pulls through to get Seido going. To counter Seido's potential momentum Narumiya and Harada change their pitching pattern frequently, confusing Seido's batters. As the innings change and the Seido players walk out to the field, Kuramochi stops Ryosuke to ask him about his injury and whether or not he can go on.

56
"Decision"
"Ketsudan" (決断)
November 9, 2014[60]

Inashiro continues to get hits off of Tanba and put Seido in tight spots. Most of the spectators think the game is all but decided. In the bottom of the seventh Tanba's leg begins to cramp. Feeling there is no other possibility if they are to have a chance to win, Coach Kataoka puts Sawamura out on the mound to face off with Narumiya!

57
"Reliable Underclassmen"
"Tanomoshii Kouhai-tachi" (頼もしい後輩達)
November 23, 2014[61]

As Seidos's players continue to get confused by Narumiya's pitches, Coach Katoka comes up with a dangerous plan. He tells his batters to give up on the change-up. Seido begins their rally with the underclassmen. Furuya gets on base, Eijun moves him to second, and Kuramochi gets on bringing Ryosuke to bat. Inashiro's defense begins to shift for the threat, but they are all shocked when Ryousuke asks Katoka to replace with a pinch hitter.

58
"The Three-Hole"
"Mae o Utsu Otoko" (前を打つ男)
November 30, 2014

Haruichi replaces his brother to bat and gets on base, scoring Furuya. Narumiya then walks Isashiki to load the bases. Yuki. comes to bat with a chance to change the game with one swing, but with Narumiya going all out against him everyone realizes this could decide the game.

59
"Fearless"
"Kowai Mono Shirazu" (怖いもの知らず)
December 7, 2014

Yuki and Narumiya faceoff to determine who has the superior strength in what could be the game's final determining showdown. Will Seido be able to take their first lead and change the pace of the game?

60
"Lonely Sun"
"Kodokuna Taiyō" (孤独な太陽)
December 14, 2014

After giving up the lead, Narumiya remembers how he cost Inashiro's at last year's Koshien. With renewed confidence, Narumiya decides to show seido what a true ace is composed of.

61
"Determined"
"Shūnen" (執念)
December 21, 2014

After shutting down Seido, Inashiro decides to go all out and put the pressure on Eijun. Eijun continues to get out most of Inashiro's batters, but when the top of the order comes around Eijun participates in an event that could cost his team the game.

62
"Victory or Defeat"
"Tennōzan" (天王山)
December 28, 2014

A hit batter shakes Eijun's confidence, and he begins to walk Inashiro's hitters. Coach Katoka and Miyuki realize Eijun is in no condition to continue, and Kawakami is sent to the mound. Kawakami gets down to the final out. Which team will triumph, and which team will face defeat?

63
"Lingering Feelings"
"Zankyō" (残響)
December 28, 2014

The long 2 hours and 53 minutes of desperate struggles ends. Inashiro celebrates whilst Seido laments. Seido thanks their fans for supporting them, but in the locker room the 3rd years let their true feelings finally be shown.

64
"Restart"
"Risutāto" (リスタート)
January 11, 2015

Sawamura and Furuya try to move on from the loss, but Kawakami struggles. Only a few weeks are left before the spring tournament. The seniors are forced to retire and focus on their studies. Miyuki is chosen as the new Captain with Kuramochi and Maezono as the new Vice-captains. Kataoka submits his resignation, but asks to stay on until the seniors graduate.

65
"In The Sun"
"Hi no Ataru Basho" (日の当たる場所)
January 18, 2015

Seido begins practice games to get their new roster made before the spring tournament. Inashiro shuts down their opposition and reaches the Koshien finals, only having given up runs to Seido. The upperclassmen try to ignore what is going on with Inashiro to avoid getting more depressed.

66
"Outsider"
"Yosomono" (よそ者)
January 25, 2015

Inashiro loses by 1 at the Koshien Finals, but the game still doesn't deliver the excitement of the Seido, Inashiro showdown. At Seido, an outsider observes many of their practices before approaching Coach Katoka. Many players begin to wonder who this gentleman is and if he could possibly be a spy.

67
"The Kick"
"Happun Zairyou" (発奮材料)
February 1, 2015

Only two games remain before the final drawings for the spring tournament will occur, but when Yakushi calls Coach Katoka and asks for a practice game Katoka realizes he needs to make his team realize how far they need to grow if they are to have any chance of winning the spring tournament. An unexpected double header is made for the final day of practice games.

68
"The Ace Title"
"Ace no Za" (エースの座)
February 8, 2015

Yakushi and Seido battle again, this time in a practice game. Furuya strikes Raichi out to hold Yakushi scoreless. Sawamura gets impatient and asks permission from Kataoka to pitch, but Kataoka declines, calling Sawamura a relief pitcher and admitting that this game will determine whom the teams ace will be for the spring.

69
"Can't Lose"
"Makerannee!" (負けらんねぇ!)
February 15, 2015

After pitching 5 innings instead of three Furuya is sent to left field and Sawamura is brought in to pitch. Sawamura has his regular amount of power but he appears to have lost what little control he had. Katoka and Miyuki realize Sawamura has the yips.

70
"Next Stage"
"Next Stage" (Next Stage)
February 22, 2015

Sawamura concedes 3 runs and gets 0 outs, giving the lead up to Yakushi. Sawamura begins to feel he will never be able to pitch again and wonders what has happened to his control and his confidence.

71
"September Sky"
"9-gatsu no Sora no Shita" (９月の空の下)
March 1, 2015

Instead of letting Sawamura pitch with the ball, Katoka sends him out to another field to focus on running during their practices. Sawamura continues to act like a zombie and a hindrance to the team. Miyuki, Haruichi, and many of Sawamura's friends from the team have the faith that he will return, but instead of trying to figure out how they can help him they focus on strengthening their own chances of being on the spring tourney roster.

72
"The Final Lesson"
"Saigo no Oshie" (最後の教え)
March 8, 2015

Miyuki continues to watch Sawamura fall into a state of endless depression. He approaches Chris with a solution and asks Chris to present it to Sawamura. Chris agrees and teaches Sawamura how to pitch low and outside, giving him a new weapon that will drive batters crazy if it is used correctly.

73
"Inheritance"
"Keishou" (継承)
March 15, 2015

Yuki learns of Kataoka's pending resignation and shares the news with the third years. The third years come up with a plan that could change Kataoka's mind if it's executed correctly. As Kataoka puts the team through the newest version of hell week Maezono gives words of wisdom to the players who are slacking. Miyuki is impressed with how dependable Maezono has become and wonders why Coach Kataoka seems to be keeping a secret.

74
"Guiding Light"
"Michishiribue" (道しるべ)
March 22, 2015

The seniors convince Coach Kataoka to let them have their graduation game before the upcoming tournament and before the tourney drawings take place. Kataoka asks them if they are just impatient, but Yuki tells him this final game is the only way to give the new team the strength they will need to move on. Kataoka realizes the seniors have one final lesson to share, and the game begins. Sawamura wonders if he will be able to pitch.

75
"In Pursuit"
"Sono Basho o Mezashite -" (その場所を目指して―)
March 29, 2015

The game remains close at 3-1. In the bottom of the eighth the 1st & 2nd year players manage to tie the game up. Miyuki brings in Sawamura to play in the ninth inning. Sawamura's first opponent ends up being none other than the subbing in Chris. Sawamura pitches to his best ability as a thanks to Chris for teaching him all he knows. The two teams remain tied at 3 at the end of 9. Kataoka calls for the game to continue until all the seniors have played, allowing Sawamura the chance to master his new pitch during the seniors final game.

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No.
Title
Original air date[62]

1
"Howling In The Summer"
"Manatsu no Houkou" (真夏の咆哮)
April 6, 2015

With the upcoming Fall Tournament approaching, Monthly Baseball Kingdom recaps the Summer Tournament trying to figure out whom the dark horses will be. The begin with the Seido, Yakushi game. The recap covers the highlights from chapters 95 to 120.

2
"The Summer Heat Haze"
"Manatsu no Kagerou" (真夏の陽炎)
April 13, 2015

Monthly Baseball Kingdom continues their recap of the Summer Tournament by reviewing the Seido, Inashiro Tokyo West regional championship game. The recap covers until Eijun heads to the mound.

3
"The Kings of Summer"
"Manatsu no Ouja" (真夏の王者)
April 20, 2015

Monthly Baseball Kingdom finishes their recap of the Summer Tournament by finishing the review on the Seido, Inashiro regional championship game. The recap covers all of Eijun's pitches right up until Inashiro gets the game-winning hit off of Kawakami.

4
"The Fall Tournament Begins!"
"Iza, Aki Tai!" (いざ, 秋大!)
April 27, 2015

Seido ends up in the fall's most competitive bracket. In order to have any chance to advance they will have to overcome regular national tournament participant Teito, a school that has advanced to nationals 27 times and won in twice. As if that weren't enough, Teito has an unrivaled first year pitcher who can see the strike zone three dimensionally. Coach Kataoka comes up with a strategy that could give Seido the ability to advance if they can pull it off, and he delivers a few words to Sawamura when Sawamura asks if he can switch to being a sidearm pitcher.

5
"The Cold Rain"
"Tsumetai Ame" (冷たい雨)
May 4, 2015

Seido and Teito begin playing in the rain. Every time Seido goes out to field the rain seems to pick up. Making things harder is Teito's pitcher is using his 3D strike zone to its fullest, keeping Seido from getting on base. As things pick up in the sixth the rain gets heavier. Furuya gets in the zone and throws his best pitches of the day. Everyone thinks Furuya will be unbeatable, but as the top of the sixth ends a pause is called for, ruining all of Furuya's focus.

6
"Out of Order"
"OUT OF ORDER" (Out of Order)
May 11, 2015

The game resumes in the bottom of the sixth. Miyuki gets on with a lead-off double, but Furuya misses the signal and pops out to the third baseman. In the end Miyuki advances to third, but Seido fails to score. At the top of the seventh Furuya walks the lead-off batter and gives up three consecutive hits. Seido gets one out, but Furuya falls behind again 2–0. Coach Kataoka decides to change pitchers and inserts Sawamura, whom has been warming up in the bullpen during the entire rain delay. Teito's batters try to focus on Sawamura's inside pitch but are shocked with Sawamura's crazy smile and all his outside pitch focus. Sawamura manages to strike out the first batter and gets the next one to ground out to third, halting Teito's momentum with only 1 run.

7
"Where I Am"
"Genzaichi" (現在地)
May 18, 2015

Sawamura's arrival causes a slight change of pace in the game. Mukai begins throwing more balls and Seido finally manages to start getting on base more consistently. However the weather continues to hamper Seido, even leading to a bunt failure from Sawamura. Sawamura counters by continuing to pitch to the outside and forcing 1-2-3 innings until the top of the eighth. A double with two outs gives Teito a chance to increase their lead, but Sawamura forces a ground out to first base to end the inning. At the bottom of the eighth Mukai forces the first two batters out before giving up a single to Toujou Hideaki and a double to Kuraomichi. Not wanting to risk a turnaround, Teito walks Haruichi to load the bases and face off against Maezono Kenta who is hitless on the day.

8
"Scenario"
"Sujigaki" (筋書き)
May 25, 2015

Maezono Kenta faces off with Teito and Mukai's 3D strike zone. When he is able to make contact with a couple of outside pitches, Teito decides to try and confuse him by changing it up with n inside pitch. Kenta manages to hit a double, scoring three runs for Seido. All the scouts are shocked to see it is Kenta who gets the hit that seems to turn the game around. For the ninth inning Sawamura is subbed out and Kawakami is brought in. Kawakami gives up a couple of unexpected timely hits, but some calm words from Miyuki changes his pace and determines the final outcome of the game. As the game ends the sun breaks out on to the field, signifying it approves of whom has won and advanced. After the game Ochiai Hiromitsu questions Kataoka on why he made some of the moves he did during the game. He realizes Katoka's coaching style if slowly evolving him and realizes if he doesn't start giving input now, Kataoka may very well not be leaving the team's head coach position.

9
"My Path"
"Wagamichi" (我が道)
June 1, 2015

Seido prepares for the second round by moving the batting cages and giving the players a different type of practice than they are used to. Despite the change in practice style, the entire team is aware that if they win their next game a rematch with Inashiro could await them in the third round. Coach Kataoka decides to change up the line-up to confuse their second round opponent, Nanamori. Furuya is placed in left field, but whom will get the starters role? Meanwhile Sawamura practices late into the night trying to regain his use of the inside pitch. Miyuki also decides to ask Watanabe Hisashi to act as the new manager for Seido, replacing Chris.

10
"Did You Just Pitch..."
"Nagetayona" (投げたよな)
June 8, 2015

Sawamura is given his first start against Nanamori. Before the game commences he pitches against Kuramochi and shocks everyone by pitching inside. Meanwhile Mei trains his backup from left field. The episode rotates between Inashiro and Seido matches. Seido gets out to a 5-0 lead as Sawamura comes to the mound. Sawamura accidentally beans the first batter before loading the bases. Nanamori realizes Sawamura is focusing on outside pitches and decides to target them, so Sawamura waves of one call and asks to throw an inside pitch. Covers chapters 261-263.

11
"The Underdog Story"
"Gekokujou" (下克上)
June 15, 2015

Sawamura regains the use of his inside pitch to stun Nanamori. Nanamori is forced to leave the bases loaded in the first inning. Afterwards Seido's batters continue to dominate the plate, and Sawamura refuses to let anyone on base. Seido ends with a called 11-0 game in 5 innings. After the game Miyuki comes up to Sawamura and announces he can finally contend for the ace spot. Over at another stadium Hisashi Watanabe watches the Inashiro game against Ugumori and is stunned to see Inashiro has only scored 1 run. Umemiya's aggressive yet reckless plays seems to spark Ugumori as the game goes on, despite him being picked off at the plate on what would be the tying run. As Inashiro reaches the seventh with a batter of second Umemiya, who has pitched nothing but a slow curve, is forced to unveil his power curve, which the opposition thinks is a slider. The pitch stuns Inashiro and forces a quick 3-outs. The two teams head into the eighth with the score 1-0 and the winner getting Seido in the next round.

12
"Self-Destruction"
"Jikai" (自壊)
June 22, 2015

Inashiro ask a change in player, replacing Hirano as pitcher with Mei. With the new team in Inashiro, there is a lack of leader, coach is thinking of making Mei the captain of this team. Mei strikes out the first batter on his first pitch. Ugumori's player Gacchan manage a steal. Inashiro sends in a messenger. Inashiro teammates reconfirm confidence in Mei, but he doesn't seem to need it, he is already confident enough. Mei pitches, and resulting in two foul, The catcher called for change-up but Mei denies, The cather then called for a forkball and Mei saids no, they can't seems to agree on the pitch. Em decides they can force their way with a fastball and batter hits resulting 2 run for Ugumori. In Seido, Sawamura tells the assistant coach not able to pitch what he want to pitch and walk away is scarier than pitching an inside ball. While samara is looking forward to the payback he will have with Inashiro, They get a call informing them the defeat of Inashiro. Coach tells Mei that an Ace that pitches for himself is not an true Ace.

13
"Fissure"
"Kiretsu" (亀裂)
June 29, 2015

Ugumori's team celebrates their win over Inashiro Industrial while at Seidou, there is a fallout between Miyuki and Maezono. On the day of the match, Sawamura, Furuya, and Haruichi encounter Umemiya in the washroom.

14
"On My Shoulders"
"Seou Mono" (背負うモノ)
July 6, 2015

The third round of the fall tournament begin. There is an air of tension in Seidou's dugout after the fallout between Miyuki and Maezono the night before. Miyuki however, is quick to remind the team to focus on beating the opponent and they agree. At game time, Furuya recalls what Umemiya had told him in the washroom just before their match, and disobeys Miyuki's lead.

15
"Persistent and Diligent"
"Nebari Tsuyoku Tantan to" (粘り強く淡々と)
July 13, 2015

Miyuki and Maezono set aside their misunderstanding in order to win. Ugumori's team on the other hand, despite being down on runs remain cheerful. Moreover, they make Furuya throw a lot and his pitch count reaches a hundred. He however, is persistent and diligent, pitching low strikes consistently to out the batters.

16
"Chain Reaction"
"Rensa Hannou" (連鎖反応)
July 20, 2015

Seidou High continue to expand their lead. But despite being down by five, Ugumori's team however, remain unperturbed and cheerful. Finding inspiration from Matsubara's strong will he's continued to show the team, and the cheering crowd behind them, Ugumori's batters attack relentlessly with no plans of stopping.

17
"Shut Him Down!!"
"Nejifuseru" (ねじ伏せろ!!)
July 27, 2015

After Seidou's failed attempt for a double play, the team is in a pinch with bases loaded and no outs. Yet Seidou decides to face Ugumori's momentum head on. Ugumori however, doesn't back down and manage to scale down Seidou's lead to one. Kataoka decides to leave the eighth inning to Furuya, then have Sawamura pitch in the ninth.

18
"This Guy's Pretty Good"
"Yaruze, Koitsu" (やるぜ, コイツ)
August 3, 2015

Sawamura replaces Furuya on the ninth but feels overwhelmed by the cheering crowd, and Umemiya's fighting spirit. Aware of Sawamura's state of mind but at full count, Miyuki takes the time to decide what pitch to call. He thinks of Kataoka's strategy before their defense, but Miyuki calls for a pitch to the inside to strike Umemiya out.

19
"An Uncompromising Challenge"
"Dakyounaki Chousen" (妥協なき挑戦)
August 10, 2015

Seidou pulls off a double play to beat Ugumori High. In a different stadium, Shunshin decides to face Raichi head-on at the bottom of the eighth. He corners him but Raichi eventually hits a home run. The Ugumori team reflects on the last pitch and remain optimistic for the summer. At Seidou, Miyuki and Zono are still at odds and later, Furuya's injury is found out

20
"With Heads Held High"
"Ue o Muite Arukou" (上を向いて歩こう)
August 17, 2015

With Miyuki and Maezono still at odds, Isashiki talks to Maezono while Miyuki seeks Yuuki's advice. Kataoka informs the team of Furuya's condition and Sawamura feels the fate of the team is now in his hands. During practice, Nabe tells Maezono that he is satisfied with how things are, while Ochiai observes the players then thinks of his future coaching plans.

21
"Whispers of the Devil?"
"Akuma no Sasayaki?" (悪魔のささやき?)
August 24, 2015

Days before the quarter finals, the Ouya and Seidou baseball teams prepare for their up coming match-up. At Ouya, the team practice seemingly in a hurry, while at Seidou, Ochiai expresses his disappointment in Miyuki and teaches Sawamura a breaking ball.

22
"Winging It"
"Buttsuke Honban" (ぶっつけ本番)
August 31, 2015

Sawamura is able to throw his own unique changeup. At game time, Miyuki calls for the change-up after Sawamura strikes out Ouya's first and second hole. Will Sawamura be able to throw it successfully in a real game?

23
"School Academic Level"
"Hensachi" (偏差値)
September 7, 2015

Ouya High scores two runs at the bottom of the first and seems to have Seidou all figured out. Sawamura however, does a good job keeping Ouya to two runs. On top of the sixth and thanks to Nabe's scouting talent, Seidou have a plan to use against Ouya.

24
"Individual Minds"
"Sorezore no Zunou" (それぞれの頭脳)
September 14, 2015

Aided by Nabe's keen observation on Ouya's plays, Seidou scores two runs on top of the sixth. Coach Araki is quick to notice Seidou's strategy and comes up with a counter.

25
"Zeal"
"Yakudou" (躍動)
September 21, 2015

Sawamura successfully throws the changeup and the pitch combined with Miyuki's clever game calling makes it difficult for Ouya's batters to focus on a pitch. At the bottom of the ninth, with Ouya failing to turn the game around, Seidou takes the win.

26
"The Conceited Underclassman"
"Namaiki na Kouhai" (生意気な後輩)
September 28, 2015

Following Seidou's win against Ouya, Seiko Academy wins against Sensen Academy. Meanwhile, Inashiro Industrial have a scrimmage against Kokaidai Sagara.

27
"Step By Step"
"Ippo... Mata Ippo to" (一歩... また一歩と)
October 5, 2015

Sawamura receives praise from the coaching staff and his teammates for his performance the last match, and motivates Furuya who asks Ochiai to teach him a breaking ball. Kawakami meanwhile, wants to keep up and thinks of throwing sinkers again. At practice, seeing that the non regulars try their best to earn a regular spot, Kataoka proposes an intra-squad match between the first string and the second string.

28
"The Resilient Second-String"
"Hikae no Iji" (控えの意地)
October 12, 2015

The intra-squad match begins with Sawamura pitching for Team B. Ochiai, in charge of Team A, makes Haruichi use a metal bat instead of his signature wooden bat and then instructs the team to go for Eijun's high change-ups.

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"Demon Child"
"Akudou" (悪童)
October 19, 2015

The intra-squad game continues. Kataoka's former coach, Sakaki Eijirou arrives and observes the team. He joins Haruno and Club President Oota in the staff room and tells the story of Kataoka when he was just 15 years old and was then called "Demon Child". This episode adapts the seconds half of Chapter 322 to 325.

30
"The Kings' Roar"
"Ouja no Kakegoe" (王者の掛け声)
October 26, 2015

The top four teams of the Fall Tokyo Tournament: Seiko High, Yakushi High, Sankou, and Seidou High make their preparations for the semi-final match-ups.

31
"The Courage He Gave Me"
"Kare ga Kureta Yūki" (彼がくれた勇気)
November 2, 2015

The game begins. Seidou scores early in the game and expands their lead, prompting Seiko to switch their ace with Tsunematsu. Tsunematsu prevents Seidou from scoring more than five runs and at the bottom of the third, Seiko's batters swing strongly affecting Furuya's pitching.

32
"The Resolve for Responsibility"
"Seou Kakugo" (背負う覚悟)
November 9, 2015

Seidou successfully prevents Seiko from scoring on top of the fourth with a double play. Furuya's injury however seem to be hurting which Kudo notices. Kataoka wants to switch him out but Furuya is determined to continue pitching.

33
"The Ace's Instinct"
"Ēsu no Hon'nō" (エースの本能)
November 16, 2015

Seiko Academy scores another run on top of the seventh. At the bottom, Seiko's battery continue to strategically walk Miyuki. The next inning, Nagata hits a two-run home run off Sawamura. Will the home run affect Sawamura's confidence?

34
"Innocent"
"Inosento" (イノセント)
November 23, 2015

Sawamura manages to prevent Seiko from scoring additional runs. And at the bottom of the eighth, Seidou fails to score. The next inning, Tsune runs straight to the plate and tackles Miyuki, shocking everyone.

35
"The World Beyond"
"Sono Saki no Sekai" (その先の世界)
November 30, 2015

Seiko Academy and Seidou High's match reach its conclusion. Seiko Academy is defeated and Seidou High advances to the finals.

36
"Rematch"
"Natsu no Tsudzuki" (夏の続き)
December 7, 2015

The second match of the semifinals is a rematch between Yakushi High and Ichidaisan High. With Ichidaisan's returnee and new ace, Amahisa Kosei, can the team avenge their bitter Summer loss?

37
"Priorities"
"Yūsen Jun'i" (優先順位)
December 14, 2015

With Ichidaisan on the lead and a confident Amahisa on the mound, Yakushi sends Sanada to pitch, and the score is put to a standstill. On top of the eighth, runners on base and Raichi at-bat, can Yakushi turn the game around?

38
"One Pitch"
"Ma no Ichi-kyū" (魔の一球)
December 21, 2015

Amahisa strikes out Raichi but Sanada changes the flow of the game. Amahisa is switched out and despite Ichidaisan's efforts, they lose to Yakushi High for the second time.

39
"Meeting Expectations"
"Kitai ni Kotaetai" (期待に、応えたい)
January 4, 2016

The Seidou High players looks forward to the finals match against Yakushi High. While Furuya is determined to play, Kataoka leaves it to the doctors opinion. At Yakushi High, the players share their goals to the third years.

40
"Play Ball"
"Maku wa Matana" (幕は待たない)
January 11, 2016

Kuramochi talks to Shirasu about Miyuki's injury, while the coaching staff talks about the possibility of Furuya not playing, and the pitcher order: Kawakami will start then Sawamura. On the day of the finals, Kuramochi confronts Miyuki.

41
"The Lead-off Man"
"Toppakō" (突破口)
January 18, 2016

The finals match begin with Seidou's offense. Kuramochi shows his prowess as Seidou's lead-off but despite making it to third, Seidou doesn't score. At the bottom, Kawakami starts for Seidou and Miyuki calls for the sinker.

42
"Fastball, Featuring Todoroki"
"Todoroki Kyū" (轟 球)
January 25, 2016

Seidou scores the first run of the game with Maezono's bat while Kawakami pitches strongly at the bottom. On top of the third, Seidou on scoring position and Miyuki at-bat, Raizou makes his move sending in Raichi to the mound to face Miyuki.

43
"To This Side"
"Kotchi-gawa e" (こっち側へ)
February 1, 2016

Kawakami continues to hold Yakushi's batters down. At the bottom, at-bat, he face off against Raichi. Kawakami hits but the strength of Raichi's pitch numbs his hand. Will this affect Kawakami's pitching?

44
"The Best Fastball"
"Saikō no Sutorēto" (最高のストレート)
February 8, 2016

Thinking that it's too early to walk off the mound, Kawakami pitches and the batter hits the ball and Kuramochi thinks that they can get a double play if he stops it, but just as the ball is passing the mound, Kawakami interferes with the ball's course and taps it away from its original path towards Kuramochi. Quickly alters his path to follow the ball, Kuramochi catches it and throws backwards to Haruichi who catches it and throws it to first successfully completing the double play. With two outs, Nori consecutively walks two batters. And in the dugout, Kataoka tells Kanemaru to fetch Sawamura. The scene pans to the Yakushi dugout where Raizou reveals that the reason why Nori is messing up is because he probably can't feel anything with his fingertips from the impact of Raichi's pitches. Feeling the pressure of being on the mound, Nori pitches but the batter connects to it and the second-base runner ties the game. Sawamura walks out to the field and towards the mound where, after giving words of encouragement to Sawamura, Nori walks back to the dugout. Sawamura pitches against Akiba who is unable to hit the first pitch. The next pitch is a ball to the outside and Akiba jams the final pitch. However, the third-baseman fails to catch the ball and the runner scores causing Yakushi to take the lead. Sawamura pitches again and Yakushi makes their move, both runners try to steal, but Masuda fouls the pitch and the following pitches. When the batter chokes up on the bat in preparation for a change-up, Miyuki notices and tells Sawamura to pitch his best fastball, one that he had been practicing a ton the night before. The pitch becomes a swinging strikeout. Becoming too excited with wanting to bat Sawamura's pitches, Raichi loses his previous pitch control and walks Haruichi. But when Miyuki walks up to bat, Raichi suddenly fixes his control and strikes Miyuki out with the latter unable to make any contact with the ball. Walking back to the dugout, Miyuki apologizes to Maezono. Everyone is shocked the Miyuki was unable to touch the ball in such a critical moment and questions what might have happened to him. Zono goes up to bat and wonders why Miyuki apologized and then realizes that Miyuki might injured from the tackle in the game against Seiko.

45
"The Field"
"Soko ni Tassha" (そこに立っ者)
February 15, 2016

It's the top of the fifth and Maezono is up to bat with one out, bases loaded. The first pitch is a ball, the second is a foul, then another ball, another foul, and the last ball makes it a full count. Finally, hitting the ball, Zono pops a fly, but Kuramochi makes it back home and scores, tying the game. Shirasu gets a base on balls and the bases are loaded again. Now realizing what kind of place the mound is, Raichi's pitching fails to advance the game. Having no other choice, Raizou swaps the players around. Raichi covers third, and in turn the third baseman, Mishima covers first and the first baseman, Sanada, is the new pitcher. The count is two outs, one ball, and the bases are loaded. Mine observes the switch and comments that it is Yakushi's best formation. Knowing that Seidou is going to bat aggressively, Akiba wants to get Higasa to hit an infield grounder. Sanada pitches and Higasa hits it to third base where Raichi is. He catches the ball and throws it to Mishima at first, who barely catches the throw, but nevertheless gets the out. Zono, overly concerned about Miyuki, pesters him, asking him if he's sure he's okay. Kuramochi tells him to stop, but Zono doesn't. Then Kataoka asks Miyuki if he's fine and Miyuki replies that if it looks like he's dragging the team down with how he's playing, then to switch him out. Kataoka agrees and says he'll switch him out no matter how they feel if they're hurting the team, or themselves. Yakushi is up the bat with the next batters being the clean-up. Sawamura's first pitch is a strike and Mishima fouls the next one. Miyuki calls for the next pitch and thinks that instead of being afraid of dragging everyone's morale down, he should have been more straightforward. Sawamura then pitches, and it's a change-up, which strikes out Mishima. Next up to bat is Raichi.

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"The Decision"
(独断)
February 22, 2016

Raichi is up to bat and Sawamura greets him with a fastball to the inside which Raichi hits into left field. Up next to bat is Sanada, to whom Miyuki calls for a moving fastball to the outside. Raichi goes for the steal and manages to get it. In between that play, Miyuki catches the pitch and throws it to Kuramochi on second, but misthrows and the ball falls short of Kuramochi's mitt. Calling for a time-out, Miyuki tells Sawamura to focus on the batter and that the plan is to pitch one to the inside before finishing Sanada with a change-up. Giving a few words to Miyuki, they get back in positions and Miyuki calls for Sawamura to pitch a cutter to the batter's chest. Feeling determined, Sanada hits the cutter and it goes into center field. Now there's one out with runners on first and third. Seido brings in their infielders a bit and Raizou tells Hirahata to believe in his swing. Miyuki wants to make Hirahata hit a grounder, but instead, the latter decides to bunt. The second pitch is a ball but on the third one Hirahata bunts again, this time it succeeds and Raichi runs home, putting Yakushi back into lead. The count is now two strikes with a runner on second. Batting seventh, Yakushi hits a grounder to second and gives up their third out. At the top of the sixth, Yakushi is in the lead, 4 to 3, and batting first is Sawamura. Meanwhile, Miyuki is getting checked out by a doctor who says that while nothing's broken, his oblique muscles might be injured. Rei reprimands him telling Miyuki that he knows very well what happened to Chis when he was injured. Miyuki says that he's left the decision on whether or not he stays on the field to Kataoka and as long he out on there, he'll do his best. Back to the game at hand, Aso barely makes it to first base and Kuramochi is up next and he strikes out. Toujou is up next and he also gets out, making that the third out. Sawamura is back up to pitch and strikes out all three batters getting a three for three. Neither teams score in the sixth inning and they head into the seventh.

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"Partnership"
(パートナーシップ)
February 29, 2016

At the top of the seventh, Haruichi is up to bat. Sanada throws a powerful shootball that breaks Haruichi's wooden bat and he is out on first. Miyuki bats next but before that, Yakushi High's former pitcher Mino recalls a conversation he's had with Sanada and believes they can make it to Nationals. Back to the game, Miyuki is out on a grounder to third while Maezono struck out with a cutter to the outside. Bottom of the seventh, Sawamura gets the first out by jamming Masuda. Batting next is Mishima. Sawamura quickly gets two strikes, frustrating Mishima. He fights it out with fouls before getting on base with a hit into left field. Raichi is at-bat next and Seidou's battery decides to face him head-on. The first pitch is the change-up and Raichi went for it, but is a foul. The second pitch is another change-up and another foul. The third pitch is a pitch Raichi's been waiting for but it's a swing and miss. Two outs and a runner on base, up to bat is Sanada. Sawamura opens up with a change-up for the first strike. The second and third pitch are fastballs which are supposed to be balls but Sanada swings anyway. The fourth pitch is a change-up, a swing and miss for Sanada and that's the third out. Yakushi once again, fail to score additional runs.

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"Party Boys"
(お祭り男ども)
March 7, 2016

After the Miyuki and Sawamura battery prevail against Yakushi's clean-up batters, Sawamura receives compliment from his teammates for his performance. And Kataoka entrusts him the eighth. Wakana, shown watching from the bleachers have a flashback of Sawamura mailing her details of Seidou's victory against Ouya High. Wakana sends a message saying that she wanted to see Sawamura's daily growth in person— a mail that Sawamura is yet to see. Back to the game, Kataoka tells his players to be aggressive, swing hard and pressure hard. At the top of the eighth, Shirasu is up to bat. He stands on the line to pressure Sanada and to seal inside pitches. Sanada doesn't back down, throwing an inside pitch for the first strike. The second pitch, Shirasu is out on a liner to first. Batting seventh is Seidou's pinch hitter Kanemaru. The first pitch is a ball. Kanemaru hits afterwards and the ball goes over Raichi to left field. He gets a double. Sawamura is up, bunting to advance Kanemaru to third. Batting ninth is Asou, who stands away from the plate. He baits an inside pitch but gets out on first. Nonetheless, he receives praise from his teammates. Bottom of the eighth, Yakushi leads by one, Sawamura hold the Yakushi batters down. At the top of the ninth, Raizou gives his players words of encouragement. Seidou is back to the top of their batting order. Kuramochi hits right to the second baseman, taking him down for the first out. Batting second is Tojou who is very determined to get on base.

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"Just You Wait!"
(待ってろ!)
March 14, 2016

Continuing at the top of the ninth, Kuramochi feels down that he wasn't able to get on base. Sawamura approaches him asking to play catch ball and they join Furuya and Ono at the bullpen. Back to the game with no runners on base and one out, it's Tojou's turn at-bat. The first pitch is a ball. The second pitch, Tojou hits a grounder to the shortstop but is out on first. Yakushi is now one out away from winning the game, and both Furuya and Sawamura cheer the batters. Following Tojou is Haruichi. He hits the shootball, and the ball goes into centerfield. He makes it to first base and looks to steal second. Batting next is Miyuki who hasn't had a hit yet. The first pitch is a strike but Haruichi manages to steal second. The second pitch is a ball to the outside followed by another wide pitch. Raizou is feeling more tense and calls for the time-out. A messenger is sent to the mound telling the team that they may concede a run for they still have the bottom of the inning. The game resumes, Miyuki fights with fouls and eventually an infield hit between short and second. He gets to first while Haruichi advances to third. Batting fifth is Maezono and the outfielders have moved out expecting a big hit. The first pitch is a swing and miss on Maezono but Miyuki steals second. The second pitch however, is another strike, this time on the outside. With their backs to the wall, will Maezono land a hit?

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"Last Inning"
(ラストイニング)
March 21, 2016

At the top of the ninth, after two outs, Seidou managed to put Miyuki and Haruichi on base. Maezono however, is cornered at 0-2 and a single strike can end the game. Sanada throws to the outside and Maezono fights with fouls. Maezono eventually hits with the ball going over the second baseman. Haruichi scores from third base tying the game at 4-4. Mimura notices the fielder didn't catch well, and signals Miyuki to run all the way through. He gets to the plate and scores giving Seidou the lead. Following the 2-RBI from Maezono, Sanada retires Shirasu for the third out then he apologize to his team. Bottom of the ninth, Sawamura asks Kataoka to let him pitch but Kataoka decides to send Furuya instead. The crowd cheers and so does Sawamura who impress both Miyuki and Furuya with his attitude. On the mound, Furuya asks Miyuki if he's alright, and Miyuki replies that the pitcher doesn't have to worry. Furuya is relieved remarking that he can go all out, surprising Miyuki and he leaves the mound giggling to the surprise of many. As he returns to his position, he thinks to himself that he can't be a good captain, not willing to give up his position to anyone. At game time, Akiba's at bat, Miyuki calls the first pitch, a fastball to the inside.

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"Seek Diamonds!"
March 28, 2016

Furuya cleanly closes out the match before Raichi gets to bat ending the match with Seidou's win. At the lineup, Sanada realizes Miyuki has been injured all the while and feels frustrated that they didn't notice. Mishima apologizes to Raichi for not getting the fourth batter the chance to bat. Raichi smiles saying that he wanted to face Furuya and didn't want the match to end bringing Mishima to tears. Behind the dugout, Kataoka apologizes to Miyuki for prioritizing the win thus letting Miyuki play, despite of an initial plan of switching Miyuki out the last inning. Miyuki however, is happy that he was able to help the team. He is then sent to the hospital, accompanied by Zono, Kuramochi and Rei. Out of the stadium, the third years congratulate the team. Kataoka is brought to tears as he tells the seniors that they're a part of the reason that they won and thanks them. Meanwhile, Haruichi, Furuya and Sawamura leave the stadium later than their teammates. As they near the exit, Sawamura tells Furuya that he's happy he came to Seidou as well and that he'll steal the ace number from him. Furuya smiles in response and says that he won't lose.

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No.
Title
Original air date

1
"Face"
November 17, 2014

Kominato Ryosuke returns home after being away for 10 months and bonds with his younger brother Haruichi.

2
"Out Run"
January 16, 2015

Despite being a trouble-maker, Kuramochi gets an offer to play in Seidou High School.

3
"Boys Be..."
March 17, 2015

The story of Kawakami Norifumi during his first year in Seidou High.