Ep. 3: The Iwatobi Festival Relay Race and Rei's Butterfly Stroke Struggles
Aired on July 17, 2014
The Iwatobi Festival commences, prompting Haruka and his friends to prepare enthusiastically for the Club-versus-Club Relay Race. Their primary objective is to recruit new members by delivering a standout performance during the competition. In a parallel storyline, Rei starts his training regimen but faces internal anxiety. He remains concerned about his limited technical capability, as he currently possesses the ability to swim only the butterfly stroke. This specific limitation weighs heavily on him as he attempts to improve his skills amidst the festival activities and the team's preparations for the upcoming relay event.
Episodes
- Ep. 1 · Haruka and friends train for new season after summer tournament growth
- Ep. 2 · The crew seeks new Swim Club members while Haruka faces career discussions and Coach Sasabe presents an opportunity.
- Ep. 3 · The Iwatobi Festival Relay Race and Rei's Butterfly Stroke Struggles
- Ep. 4 · Samezuka and Iwatobi members prepare for the prefectural tournament with individual displays and lunchbox checks.
- Ep. 5 · Iwatobi Swim Club members investigate Nagisa's strange behavior after practice
- Ep. 6 · Makoto resolves to discuss a sensitive topic with Haruka before the prefectural tournament begins.
- Ep. 7 · Samezuka Showdown Prep and Relay Selection Dilemma