Ep. 78: Uozumi Jun Revives Ryonan During Critical Match Crisis
Aired on August 19, 1995

Ryonan faces imminent defeat as the match reaches a critical juncture. The team is trapped in a desperate situation due to the severe physical limitations of their players. Specifically, Sendo has reached the peak of his exhaustion, leaving the squad vulnerable and struggling to maintain their performance levels. This pivotal moment highlights the intense pressure on the team as they attempt to overcome their physical deficits and avoid losing the game against their opponents.
Episodes
- Ep. 74 · Rukawa unleashes his full power after conserving energy during the first half
- Ep. 75 · Rukawa and Sendo engage in a back-and-forth game with Rukawa playing perfectly
- Ep. 76 · Hanamichi demonstrates his skills against Uozumi in the final ten minutes of the second half.
- Ep. 77 · Shohoku maintains a seven-point lead with under nine minutes remaining in the match.
- Ep. 78 · Uozumi Jun Revives Ryonan During Critical Match Crisis
- Ep. 79 · Blue Waves: Ryonan Fights Back!
- Ep. 80 · Shohoku Faces Intense Pressure From Ryonan
- Ep. 81 · Sendoh Returns to Scoring Machine Mode as Ryonan Closes Gap in Final Minutes
- Ep. 82 · Sakuragi Hanamichi's amateur performance defines the final moments of the match