Ahiru no Sora

Sora wants to become a member of the basketball club, but finds the existing members more interested in having fun than practicing. To prove his commitment and challenge them, he proposes a five-on-one game where the winner gets to decide the team's focus.

Momoharu reflects on his passion for basketball through Sora's dedication and talent, reigniting his own commitment to the sport. As Sora's influence grows, questions remain about whether Momoharu will follow through on his promise to take basketball seriously once more.

Students from Maru High challenge Sora's team to a basketball game, prompting Sora to secretly investigate how strong their opponents truly are.

Sora and the team from Kuzu High prepare to face off against the experienced players of Maru High in an important match, raising questions about whether the underdogs can compete against their more seasoned rivals.

Tokitaka believes he has a strategy to contain Sora on the court, but Sora's unexpected move may shift the momentum in his favor.

Sora finds himself struggling against the opposing team's strong defense, but Kuzu High is prepared with a hidden asset ready to turn the game in their favor.

Madoka discovers the story behind Sora's ambitious dreams after learning about his mother, a former basketball star, following a tiring game.

Kite is focused solely on basketball, prioritizing the game over team activities. However, his perspective may shift when he discovers a shared aspiration with Sora.

Kite faces severe consequences for his actions against the upperclassmen, but Sora refuses to let him face the fallout alone and takes decisive action to protect him.

Sora sets out to repair his damaged wings but unexpectedly gains a new team manager—sweet, clumsy, and full of surprises.

Confident in their superiority, the team underestimates Nao and the girls' squad, failing to recognize her strategic skills and the strength of their collaboration.

Nao's sudden resignation as manager prompts Sora to uncover hidden aspects of her past related to basketball. Meanwhile, the team faces financial difficulties that threaten their ability to continue competing.

The episode explores the role of passion in athletic success, focusing on player Sora and the challenge of instilling a deep love for basketball in newcomers to the sport.

With the Inter-High tournament still distant, Nao devises a strategy to maintain the team's focus and readiness. The first step in his plan involves teaching the team the fundamentals of screening, aiming to improve their overall play and cohesion.

The Kuzu High basketball team faces a crucial practice game to demonstrate their potential, as they seek to earn respect and prove whether their training has prepared them to challenge stronger opponents like Kitasumi High.

Nao reveals Kuzu High's secret defensive strategy as the competition at Kitasumi High intensifies. With the stakes rising, Sora becomes central to the team's plan to secure victory.

Sora is determined to protect Taro despite the physical and emotional toll, but Chucky faces his own test as he steps onto the court.

With Sora temporarily unable to play, Tobi faces the challenge of Kitasumi High's aggressive 2-2-1 zone defense, testing his skills and resolve on the court.

Momoharu questions his dedication, perseverance, and commitment to basketball, inspired by Konishi's example, as he wonders if he has what it takes to become a champion.

Sora takes on the pointguard position while Chiaki gains more prominence on the team. With the game's outcome uncertain, the players must adapt to their new roles and work together to secure a win.

The outcome of the match against Kitasumiyoshi High hinges on a crucial final shot. In the aftermath, Madoka faces a challenging choice that could change the course of the game.

A school basketball tournament creates tension as friends Sora and Tobi compete against each other, while a new, imposing player makes a dramatic entrance onto the court.

Mokichi's towering stature makes him a standout player, but he must learn that success in basketball requires more than just height, as he faces the challenges of high expectations and intense pressure.

With midterms approaching, the team must focus on their studies to qualify for the tournament. At the same time, Madoka uncovers a surprising revelation that could impact their plans.

The tournament begins as Kuzu High faces off in their first match, but they're not the only team with high hopes and intense determination for the game.

Chiaki discovers the impact of a weakened key player as Shinjo High's strategy effectively neutralizes his passing skills, causing his team's performance to decline.

Kuzu starts strong, but Shinjo High quickly gains momentum and takes control of the game. With Sora subbed in as point guard, he must find a way to shift the advantage back to his team.

With halftime approaching and tensions rising, Chiaki faces a crucial decision that could impact the team's fate. His choice threatens to either abandon Kuzu or turn the game around in the second half.

With Shinjo High struggling to keep up against Kuzu's commanding performance, the team's chances of victory seem slim—until an unexpected player steps up to turn the tide.

Kuzu must remain vigilant not only against Kojima, a skilled Shinjo High player playing through a severe knee injury, but also against other talented members of the team.

With the game nearing its conclusion, the students of Kuzu High give their all in a final push. As tensions rise, it becomes clear that endurance will play a decisive role in determining the outcome.

As Kuzu High faces the final moments of a crucial match, Sora must balance the weight of maintaining their lead with unexpected personal challenges.

Sora is finally reunited with his mother, leading to an emotional and urgent conversation. Meanwhile, his teammates grapple with the consequences of their recent game.

With Sora missing, the basketball team must regroup and find the strength to continue without their key player, relying on their unity and determination to move forward.

A mysterious new player challenges Tobi to a solo match, raising questions about their intentions. At the same time, Sora comes back to find that the basketball team has changed since he last played with them.

With the need for a new advisor, the team decides to act independently, but uncertainty remains over whether Satsuki and Momoharu will rejoin the basketball club.

Despite their determination, Sora and his teammates must convince the school administration to support their basketball team during a time of uncertainty.

Madoka, feeling restless and distracted, spends the evening with friends instead of training. As they enjoy themselves in the rain, she becomes increasingly worried that she has lost something significant.

Chiba is determined to lead Maru High to victory as they face Yokohama Taiei in their final chance to qualify for the Inter-High tournament.

Yokohama Taiei's reputation as a formidable team is highlighted as the episode explores the challenges of earning a place within its ranks. Meanwhile, Sora reaches out to a former rival in hopes of gaining insight and improvement.

As an intense heatwave hits on the day of the match against Yokohama Taiei, the team is thrown into disarray when Tobi goes missing.

Kuzu and Yokohama Taiei have an uneven beginning, but Kuzu shows unexpected skill. The balance shifts suddenly with the arrival of a new competitor.

Tobi, having reached his lowest point, is now driven to lead Kuzu High to victory. His first challenge is overcoming the formidable Taiei team.

A young point guard struggles when the opposing team counters every move, and guidance from an unlikely mentor may complicate things more than help.

Tobi and Sora both find themselves in competitive rivalries with other players, though Tobi's seems to be lopsided at the moment.

Kuzu High gains momentum after discovering the spark that ignites their passion. For Sora, this spark comes in the form of a new competitor who pushes him to unlock his true potential.

Sora faces a strong challenge when a calm and skilled new player joins the opposing team as their point guard.

With Chiaki's guidance, Tobi aims to push forward with determination to secure victory against Yokohama Taiei, while other players exhibit varying levels of commitment along the way.

With only seconds left in the final period of their game against Yokohama, the Kuzu High basketball team must deliver a decisive performance to determine their fate.

The match concludes, leaving the students of Kuzu High to wonder whether their efforts were enough to save their basketball club or if their hopes for the Inter-High tournament have been dashed.