Ep. 19: Ryo’s desperation causes suspension after ignoring Hana’s advice before Inter-High
Aired on August 13, 2022
With only one month remaining until the Inter-High tournament, Ryo panics over his inability to defeat Yusa without acquiring a specific missing element. His urgent desperation causes him to lose awareness of his surroundings and antagonize his teammates, as he feels he lacks time to consider their feelings. Manager Hana finds the courage to offer candid advice regarding his selfish behavior, but Ryo refuses to listen. Consequently, Ebihara intervenes in the situation, resulting in Ryo being suspended from practice. This disciplinary action highlights the tension between Ryo’s singular focus on victory and the team dynamics he has neglected during his frantic preparation for the upcoming competition.
Episodes
- Ep. 15 · Ryo leads the recreation committee while Yokokawa faces badminton team issues
- Ep. 16 · Second-years eat tonkatsu for luck before ranking matches while third-years complain.
- Ep. 17 · Yokohama Minato advances while Ryo faces Okazaki in the quarterfinals
- Ep. 18 · Ryo observes the doubles final between Yusa and Yokokawa as the twins make a surprising comeback.
- Ep. 19 · Ryo’s desperation causes suspension after ignoring Hana’s advice before Inter-High
- Ep. 20 · The badminton team travels to Okinawa for the Inter-High, where Yusa unexpectedly encounters Misaki Shogo.
- Ep. 21 · Yokohama Minato advances to semifinals while Ryo faces intense pressure and Misaki awaits his match.
- Ep. 22 · Team event finals commence against Saitama Futaba with simultaneous matches and intense spectator support
- Ep. 23 · Yokohama Minato celebrates national victory as Matsuda recovers and Yusa advances toward the triple crown.