Ep. 8: Ryo struggles with grades and illness before the Inter-High tournament departure
Aired on May 21, 2022
With the first semester concluded and summer vacation beginning, Ryo faces criticism from Ebihara and his parents regarding his academic performance. Determined to continue playing badminton, he commits to rigorous study sessions. On the eve of the team's departure for the Inter-High, Ryo works diligently on his assignments until exhaustion causes him to fall asleep at his desk. Upon waking the next morning, he experiences chills and realizes he has contracted a cold, jeopardizing his ability to participate in the upcoming tournament despite his efforts to balance sports and schoolwork.
Episodes
- 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.
- Ep. 10 · Sakaki and Ryo compete for a doubles spot while twins secure the other.
- Ep. 11 · Ryo confronts Sakaki about ending their doubles partnership during a fireworks display.
- Ep. 12 · Ryo faces Matsuda in the individual singles finals while Ebihara offers strategic advice.