Ep. 5: Ryo and Matsuda engage in a tense final ranking match that tests their skills.
Aired on April 30, 2022
The decisive ranking match between Ryo and Matsuda commences. Ryo consistently returns Matsuda’s shots with tenacity, causing Matsuda to abandon his usual composure and play recklessly as he chases the shuttle. This shift in strategy frustrates Matsuda, altering the dynamic of their duel. Meanwhile, other team members who have completed their respective matches watch the intense exchange with rapt attention. The narrative focuses on the back-and-forth nature of this specific confrontation and leaves the outcome of the match open. It also raises questions regarding the final results of the broader ranking matches, highlighting the pressure and skill involved in this critical encounter.
Episodes
- Ep. 1 · Mizushima Ryo’s dream of attending Yokohama Minato High School is reignited by a visit from coach Ebihara.
- Ep. 2 · Ryo joins the badminton team practice at Yokohama Minato before high school
- Ep. 3 · Students arrive at school to begin their academic day
- Ep. 4 · First-years unite against Yusa's harsh treatment during ranking matches
- Ep. 5 · Ryo and Matsuda engage in a tense final ranking match that tests their skills.
- Ep. 6 · Twins advance through Inter-High qualifiers facing Hojo High School in singles and doubles matches
- Ep. 7 · Saitama Futaba Academy arrives for practice despite missing key third-years
- Ep. 8 · Ryo struggles with grades and illness before the Inter-High tournament departure
- Ep. 9 · Ryo applies Ebihara's lessons to endure the grueling training camp.