One summer afternoon, Wakaba departed for camp, having made a vow to Ko. Several days passed, and quite by chance, Ko switched on the television to find a high school baseball game in progress. Midway through, a news bulletin interrupted th…

Wakaba turned to Aoba and inquired about her ideal type. "What kind of boys do you like?" she asked. Aoba replied without hesitation, “Someone who can throw a fastball at one hundred miles per hour.” Wakaba’s eyes lit up; she suggested that…

Ko and Nakanishi arranged a baseball game in a vacant lot, gathering together some familiar faces from their elementary school days. Ko took his place on the pitcher’s mound, while Nakanishi crouched behind him as catcher. However, after Ko…

A brusque figure arrived at the Tsukishima Batting Center, and immediately began to swing. Home run after home run sailed over the fence, drawing gasps of astonishment from the other customers. Later, when a cluster of students came to obse…

Aoba attempted to make porridge for Momiji, though Ko swiftly took over and prepared a meal with practiced ease. Consequently, they found themselves sharing New Year's Eve together, the three of them. Then, the cherry blossoms bloomed and…

Ko, Akaishi, and Nakanishi were beginning their high school careers, but with the arrival of a new coach, only a select few would be chosen for the varsity squad. Consequently, Ko and his friends found themselves joining the Portables, the …

The coach extended an invitation for Aoba to join the team’s batting practice. Hearing this, Ko, Akaishi, and Nakanishi made their way over to confront Daimon. Just as Aoba began her warm-up, she started striking out one varsity batter afte…

Aoba’s mood soured as news reached her – Momiji had gone to the park with Ko. Elsewhere, Coach Daimon and the principal spoke gravely about the prospects for the baseball teams. Daimon stated firmly that he wouldn't be elevating any of the …

The Portables face off against the Varsity! Ko steps up to pitch in the bottom of the first inning. Employing Aoba’s strategies, he strikes out the first two batters, only to have Azuma later launch a home run right past him. And then there…

Ko smacked a triple off Kamikawa’s fastball, though the effort was clearly taking its toll. As exhaustion peaked, he turned to Akaishi and declared he would abandon any concern for accuracy, concentrating instead solely on raw speed.

A disheartening mood settled over the Portables’ older players as the reality of not making the varsity squad became clear, and their lack of enthusiasm noticeably hampered the team's performance during the scrimmage.

Ko and Senda went to the junior high to observe the practice match. Aoba was on the mound, and her command of the pitch was such that she deliberately allowed the opposing players to connect for a few hits.

The district tournament commenced, and the varsity team decisively defeated their initial challenger. While Azuma found himself increasingly in the media spotlight, both he and Miki began to harbor reservations regarding Coach Daimon.

The team suffered a defeat in the district tournament, a consequence of Daimon's unpredictable and impulsive coaching decisions. At the match, Aoba encountered Junpei, Azuma’s brother, and impulsively invited him back to her home. There, he…

The Portables’ disappointing performance has led some in leadership to believe this is an opportune moment to dissolve the team and dismiss Coach Maeno. However, Coach Maeno responded by issuing a challenge: a scrimmage against Daimon’s squ…

The varsity squad and the Portables clashed in a pivotal game. Ko began his pitching performance uneasily, allowing the first three batters to reach base and load them onto the paths. The stakes were high; both managers had wagered their po…

The junior team emerged victorious against the senior squad, and Coach Daimon, alongside the acting principal, departed the school—taking several of his prospective players with them. Azuma, however, resolved to remain at Seishu Gakuen High…

Though her father, the recently departed acting principal, is no longer affiliated with Seishu Gakuen, Risa remains enrolled there. Her preparations for an upcoming film audition have begun to generate considerable bewilderment amongst thos…

The Kitamuras and the Tsukishimas made their customary visit to Wakaba’s grandparents, the Asamis. While there, Ko and Aoba settled down with old photograph albums, lost in shared memories of Wakaba.

Aoba began her studies at Seishu Gakuen, only to find her cousin, Mizuki Asami, already established there – and instantly captivating every girl in school. What truly troubled Ko and Azuma, however, was the news that Mizuki would now be liv…

A whisper has begun to circulate: it seems Aoba and Mizuki might be seeing each other. Yet, a current of jealousy runs through Mizuki regarding Ko’s closeness to Aoba. Simultaneously, the baseball team, spearheaded by Seishu, is ramping up …

Midori approached Aoba with a request: to join an all-girls’ school for an upcoming baseball match. Yet, Aoba felt bound by her loyalty to the Seishu Gakuen team and found herself unable to accept.

Aoba found herself on Midori’s team facing a formidable collegiate opponent, stationed in center field. The opposing team's offensive strength suggested a decisive victory was likely. Then, unexpectedly, Aoba stepped up to pitch.

Ko and his teammates stood transfixed, watching a scrimmage featuring one of the country’s leading squads. All eyes were drawn to a single player: Keitaro Mishima. A familiar name sparked a memory in Azuma's mind; he recognized Mishima from…

Seishu Gakuen secured their place in the second round of the summer tournament, but their victory came with a challenge. Their next opponents had meticulously gathered intelligence on the team, targeting their vulnerabilities. Now, the ques…

Sannou attempted to wear Ko down with repeated bunts. Yet, regardless of the extensive information they’d gathered, Seishu surged ahead thanks to a home run by Nakanishi. Now, the question remains: will they advance to challenge Ryuou Gakui…

Matsushima, the star pitcher for Ryuou Gakuin, began with an impressive first inning, retiring the opposition swiftly. Yet, Ko answered immediately, striking out three batters consecutively. The stadium erupted in cheers, though the players…

The contest between Seishu and Ryuou narrowed to a duel of pitchers. Though Seishu maintained their lead, holding onto a slim 1-0 advantage entering the top of the seventh, a shift occurred when Mishima relieved Shimano. Now, all eyes were …

The contest between Seishu and Ryuou stretches beyond regulation time. Ryuou’s relief pitcher appears remarkably unfatigued, having just entered the game in the ninth inning. Yet, the question remains: can Ko sustain this level of performan…

The arrival of Ko’s new neighbor, Akane, stirred something within him; she bore an uncanny resemblance to Wakaba, unleashing a rush of long-held recollections.

The summer festival arrives each year on the anniversary of Wakaba’s passing. Following a visit to her grave, Ko joins Akane at the festival grounds. It is immediately apparent to all present just how strikingly she resembles Wakaba.

At long last, Akane moved in next door to Ko, and Aoba found herself disquieted by their budding friendship. Yet, an unforeseen event would soon draw Aoba and Akane into a shared experience, unexpectedly forging a connection between them.

It was while delivering a gift to Aoba at the Tsukishima house that Akane first heard of Wakaba.

As the New Year arrived, Ko and his companions made their way to a local shrine. However, their celebratory mood quickly shifted when they found themselves giving chase – pursuing a thief who had just targeted both Junpei and Ichiyo.

The air buzzed with the excitement of Valentine’s Day, and the boys were deep in discussion, each eager to display the bounty of chocolates they had collected.

Driven by a sudden impulse, Aoba resolved to audition for the national women’s baseball team. The prospect of the tryouts stirred within her a familiar ache, resurrecting the sharp sting of defeat suffered against Ouka Women’s University.

In training, a sharply hit ball from Azuma struck Aoba’s leg with such force that she required hospitalization. Forced to withdraw from the women’s baseball tryouts, Azuma was consumed by profound regret.

Ko took Akane to see a kabuki performance for their date. Afterwards, eager to share every detail, he headed over to Akaishi’s place. There, he recounted the evening before presenting Akaishi with a gift that Akane had given him.

Kenji mastered the breaking ball Aoba had shown him, and told her she could experience pitching through his own delivery. Café Clover announced they were seeking a part-time employee, and Akane was among the very first to submit an applicat…

A sudden phone call arrives for Aoba, an invitation from the national women’s baseball coach that takes her completely by surprise. Elsewhere, Ichiyo reveals a single, crucial stipulation to Junpei, a demand that ultimately compels him to t…

With the arrival of Yuhei Azuma’s brother, Junpei, as Seishu Gakuen’s new batting coach, practices took on a noticeably energized atmosphere. Simultaneously, a warmth blossomed between Aoba and Akane, their friendship deepening with each pa…

The players of the Seishu Gakuen baseball team enjoyed a rare day of respite before the start of their training camp. This year's summer tournament holds particular significance for Azuma, Akaishi, Nakanishi, and Senda; it represents their …

As the summer tournament draws closer, Azuma and Aoba unexpectedly encounter Daimon, Azuma’s previous coach. He now leads the team at a school that Seishu could potentially meet in the second round of the competition.

Miki’s squad defeated Daimon’s school, securing their place in the second round against Seishu Gakuen. Though apprehensive at the prospect of competing against Miki, Ko rose to the occasion and played admirably during the match.

Seishu Gakuen moved forward into the third round. The entire team demonstrated progress, and even Ko’s pitches appeared to grow faster with each match.

Aoba and Akaishi went to the hospital to share news of their quarterfinal win with Akane. They discovered, however, that she had already arranged a date with Ko.

Visiting Akane at the hospital, Ko learned she was scheduled for surgery—the very day of the championship match. He relayed this news to Aoba, and together they offered a silent prayer to Wakaba, hoping for her well-being, before stepping o…

The district championship match between Seishu Gakuen and Ryuou Gakuin was set for today, yet Aoba wasn’t among the spectators at the stadium. He had chosen instead to be at the hospital, awaiting Akane’s surgery.

With the score a single run apart in the bottom of the seventh, and two outs already recorded, Mishima steps into the batter's box for Ryuou Gakuin. The question hangs heavy: can Ko risk issuing an intentional walk?

Thanks to Ko’s efforts, Seishu now holds a narrow one-run advantage heading into the twelfth inning; however, pitching for eleven frames is clearly beginning to wear him down.