Ep. 9: The coach introduces a complex new group lift for regionals, but Misato struggles to master it.
Aired on June 4, 2021

In preparation for the upcoming regionals competition, the team's coach proposes implementing a new group lift to elevate the difficulty level of their routine. This addition is intended to help the team stand out and achieve better results in the tournament. However, Misato finds it challenging to learn and execute the new maneuver correctly. Her difficulty in grasping the technique creates a hurdle for the group as they attempt to integrate this element into their performance. The episode focuses on the team's efforts to overcome this technical obstacle and ensure they are ready for the regional qualifiers.
Episodes
- Ep. 5 · Training camp concludes with a competitive hide-and-seek game between the schools
- Ep. 6 · Shotaro prepares for his first official prefectural tournament despite his nerves.
- Ep. 7 · Ao High students must pass midterms to use the university mat
- Ep. 8 · Onagawa Injures Ankle While Friends Attempt to Support His Recovery
- Ep. 9 · The coach introduces a complex new group lift for regionals, but Misato struggles to master it.
- Ep. 10 · The boys cannot rest before the tournament and decide to clean the dorm instead.
- Ep. 11 · Shotaro's Arm Pain Worsens Before Tournament as High School Tension Rises
- Ep. 12 · Shotaro returns to the hospital with his team's future uncertain and his own performance prospects in doubt.