Ep. 3: Peco Faces Sakuma in Inter-High Quarterfinals to Reach Nationals
Aired on April 25, 2014
The Inter-High preliminaries commence, creating immense pressure for every competitor. Peco must defeat his loud quarterfinal opponent to secure a spot in the top four and advance to the national tournament. His adversary in this crucial match is Sakuma, also known as "Akuma." The outcome of this confrontation will determine whether Peco continues his journey or has his hopes dashed by the rigorous competition. The narrative focuses on the tension of this specific match within the broader context of the preliminary rounds.
Episodes
- Ep. 1 · Wind Sounds Obstruct View as New Table Tennis Players Emerge at Hatase High
- Ep. 2 · Smile Faces Skunking by Kong Wenge and Koizumi's Demands
- Ep. 3 · Peco Faces Sakuma in Inter-High Quarterfinals to Reach Nationals
- Ep. 4 · Smile loses his match, prompting Koizumi to rage against the lack of competitive spirit
- Ep. 5 · Dragon Returns After Junior Olympics Victory and Challenges Kaio Academy
- Ep. 6 · Peco enjoys snacks at Tamura Table Tennis Hall while Smile trains with Koizumi
- Ep. 7 · Kaio Scouts Smile While Dragon Reflects on Past and Peco Trains Hard