Ep. 24: Eiichirou witnesses Natsu's match and meets new coach Ryuhei Aoi at STC
Aired on September 14, 2014
Upon learning that Natsu is in danger of losing her match, Eiichirou rushes to watch the event. Following the match, he returns to STC where he encounters Ryuhei Aoi, who is introduced as his new coach. Eiichirou initially doubts Ryuhei's statements. He becomes even more shocked when Coach Miura announces that all training responsibilities are being transferred to Ryuhei. Furthermore, Ryuhei forbids Eiichirou from participating in any practice sessions for the next two days, leaving the young athlete surprised by these sudden changes to his regimen and leadership.
Episodes
- Ep. 20 · Eiichirou wins the tournament and receives a week off before more training
- Ep. 21 · Eiichirou faces top seed Yu Nabae after qualifying last for the tournament
- Ep. 22 · Yu Nabae Exploits Eiichirou's Lack of Fundamental Experience in Match
- Ep. 23 · Eiichiro attempts a 100-square strategy to reverse his losing streak against Nabae
- Ep. 24 · Eiichirou witnesses Natsu's match and meets new coach Ryuhei Aoi at STC
- Ep. 25 · Eiichiro and Natsu go on a date where she accuses him of cheating before he resumes practice.