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Diamond no Ace act II — Episode 31

Episodes

Episode 1
EP 1

1. Beyond the Dream

The Seido baseball club has been invited to the spring invitational at the hallowed Koshien Stadium. Sawamura will finally stand on the mound! Standing between Seido and the national title are the winners of last year's summer tournament Komadai Fujimaki and their unstoppable ace Masamune Hongo. Can Seido triumph over Komadai? It's the start of another heated battle in youth baseball! || The Seido baseball club has been invited to the spring invitational at the hallowed Koshien Stadium. Sawamura will finally stand on the mound! Standing between Seido and the national title are the winners of last year`s summer tournament Komadai Fujimaki and their unstoppable ace Masamune Hongo. Can Seido triumph over Komadai? It`s the start of another heated battle in youth baseball! Source: crunchyroll
Episode 2
EP 2

2. Wanna Take the Mound

In the second round of the invitational, Seido faces Nihon Shono. After throwing a 150 km/h pitches to shut down batters in the first round, Furuya has become the darling of the press and the fans. Which team will advance to the quarterfinals? What about the other team from Tokyo, Yakushi led by Todoroki Raichi? And what of the summer tournament winners, Komadai Fujimaki? The quarterfinals are taking shape. || In the second round of the invitational, Seido faces Nihon Shono. After throwing a 150 km/h pitches to shut down batters in the first round, Furuya has become the darling of the press and the fans. Which team will advance to the quarterfinals? What about the other team from Tokyo, Yakushi led by Todoroki Raichi? And what of the summer tournament winners, Komadai Fujimaki? The quarterfinals are taking shape. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 3
EP 3

3. Blessed by the Baseball Gods

It's ninth day and fourth round of the spring invitational and Seido will finally face Komadai Fujimaki. It's Masamune Hongo's first start of the tournament, and he has not given up a single run. How will the Seido batters counter his 150 km/h fastballs and sharp splitters? Meanwhile, Furuya is starting for Seido. How will he fare against the Komadai Fujimaki batters? || It`s ninth day and fourth round of the spring invitational and Seido will finally face Komadai Fujimaki. It`s Masamune Hongo`s first start of the tournament, and he has not given up a single run. How will the Seido batters counter his 150 km/h fastballs and sharp splitters? Meanwhile, Furuya is starting for Seido. How will he fare against the Komadai Fujimaki batters? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 4
EP 4

4. The Day It Began

The quarterfinal match against Komadai Fujimaki is wrapping up. Miyuki earned Seido's only hit against Komadai Fujimaki's Hongo in seven innings. However, Seido's Furuya continues to respond to Hongo and improve his game. Will Seido be able to earn a spot in the semifinals? Will Sawamura get a chance to play? || The quarterfinal match against Komadai Fujimaki is wrapping up. Miyuki earned Seido`s only hit against Komadai Fujimaki`s Hongo in seven innings. However, Seido`s Furuya continues to respond to Hongo and improve his game. Will Seido be able to earn a spot in the semifinals? Will Sawamura get a chance to play? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 5
EP 5

5. Joining

Losing to Komadai Fujimaki, Seido is out of the spring invitational. What did Furuya as he pitched against Hongo? But there's no time to bask in the afterglow of Koshien Stadium. The Seido lineup is shifting once again. New first-years are joining the team. The other baseball club members are carefully measuring the time left until the summer tournament. And then Haruichi unveils a unexpected change. || Losing to Komadai Fujimaki, Seido is out of the spring invitational. What did Furuya as he pitched against Hongo? But there`s no time to bask in the afterglow of Koshien Stadium. The Seido lineup is shifting once again. New first-years are joining the team. The other baseball club members are carefully measuring the time left until the summer tournament. And then Haruichi unveils a unexpected change. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 6
EP 6

6. Go Straight

Seido has little time to rest after the spring invitational before the Tokyo spring tournament. Their first round opponent is Eigen High School. Kawakami is the lead-off pitcher, but the crowd is expecting Furuya who shone at Koshien Stadium. Will Furuya make an appearance? And what about Sawamura, who was disappointed and Koshien Stadium and is all too aware of Furuya's prowess? || Seido has little time to rest after the spring invitational before the Tokyo spring tournament. Their first round opponent is Eigen High School. Kawakami is the lead-off pitcher, but the crowd is expecting Furuya who shone at Koshien Stadium. Will Furuya make an appearance? And what about Sawamura, who was disappointed and Koshien Stadium and is all too aware of Furuya`s prowess? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 7
EP 7

7. King

A third-round game at the Tokyo spring tournament is attracting a lot of interest. Inashiro Industrial, the runner-up team from last year's summer tournament with this generation's best southpaw, Mei Narumiya, is facing Yakushi, a quarterfinal finisher from the spring invitational. How have they grown after their winter training and experience in the invitational? Has Narumiya recovered after his disappointing run in the fall? This heavily watched game is about to get under way! || A third-round game at the Tokyo spring tournament is attracting a lot of interest. Inashiro Industrial, the runner-up team from last year`s summer tournament with this generation`s best southpaw, Mei Narumiya, is facing Yakushi, a quarterfinal finisher from the spring invitational. How have they grown after their winter training and experience in the invitational? Has Narumiya recovered after his disappointing run in the fall? This heavily watched game is about to get under way! Source: crunchyroll
Episode 8
EP 8

8. Camphor

At Meiji Jingu Secondary Stadium, the sparks are flying as Inashiro and Yakushi's game wraps up. Meanwhile, Okumura and the other new Seido first-years are learning how tough high school baseball can be. Seido can seat 20 players on the bench for the spring tournament, but they've only registered 18. Coach Kataoka purposely left two spots open so the third-years for whom this is the last summer tournament, as well as the second and new first-years will compete for them. || At Meiji Jingu Secondary Stadium, the sparks are flying as Inashiro and Yakushi`s game wraps up. Meanwhile, Okumura and the other new Seido first-years are learning how tough high school baseball can be. Seido can seat 20 players on the bench for the spring tournament, but they`ve only registered 18. Coach Kataoka purposely left two spots open so the third-years for whom this is the last summer tournament, as well as the second and new first-years will compete for them. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 9
EP 9

9. Battle, Battle

Seido has made it to the fourth round of the Tokyo Spring Tournament. With East and West Tokyo competing, there are some interesting games coming! Teito, a school that has played many times at Koshien Stadium and defeated the reigning champions Inashiro in last year's fall tournament, is facing Ugumori who have been getting lots of attention. The winner of this game will play Inashiro in the fifth round! It will be a match to see! || Seido has made it to the fourth round of the Tokyo Spring Tournament. With East and West Tokyo competing, there are some interesting games coming! Teito, a school that has played many times at Koshien Stadium and defeated the reigning champions Inashiro in last year`s fall tournament, is facing Ugumori who have been getting lots of attention. The winner of this game will play Inashiro in the fifth round! It will be a match to see! Source: crunchyroll
Episode 10
EP 10

10. Debut

Sawamura goes to tell Miyuki about Okumura's outburst, but remembers his own conflict with upperclassmen and judging Chris before knowing his situation. In the spring tournament, Teito's game against Ugumori finishes and Seido will face Kasgua First High in the quarterfinals. Will Furuya start, or Sawamura? With Ichidai Third High's Amahisa and the new first-years watching, Coach Kataoka declares they will win and selects the starting pitcher... || Sawamura goes to tell Miyuki about Okumura`s outburst, but remembers his own conflict with upperclassmen and judging Chris before knowing his situation. In the spring tournament, Teito`s game against Ugumori finishes and Seido will face Kasgua First High in the quarterfinals. Will Furuya start, or Sawamura? With Ichidai Third High`s Amahisa and the new first-years watching, Coach Kataoka declares they will win and selects the starting pitcher... Source: crunchyroll
Episode 11
EP 11

11. Where You Look

It's the quarterfinals of the spring tournament and Seido is playing Kasuga First High. In the bottom of the third inning, Haruichi Kominato gets a timely hit to give Seido the lead and bring the cleanup Miyuki up to bat. Can Miyuki take the pressure of starting pitcher Sawamura? The fifth inning sees a big chance for Kasuga First. Can Sawamura see the game through? Meanwhile, the effect of Koshien Stadium on Furuya has become apparent, making him more focused on being the ace. What is it he sees, looking forward? || It`s the quarterfinals of the spring tournament and Seido is playing Kasuga First High. In the bottom of the third inning, Haruichi Kominato gets a timely hit to give Seido the lead and bring the cleanup Miyuki up to bat. Can Miyuki take the pressure of starting pitcher Sawamura? The fifth inning sees a big chance for Kasuga First. Can Sawamura see the game through? Meanwhile, the effect of Koshien Stadium on Furuya has become apparent, making him more focused on being the ace. What is it he sees, looking forward? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 12
EP 12

12. Selfish

After being added to the bench, first-year Masashi Yuki hits a home run in his first game. Okumura, Yui and Asada, each with their own emotions, are practicing and getting more familiar with the team. The team is preparing for their next game against Ichidai Third High. During practice, Miyuki prioritizes catching for Furuya, which frustrates Sawamura. Having been reproached by Miyuki for clasing with Sawamura, Okumura volunteers to catch for him. || After being added to the bench, first-year Masashi Yuki hits a home run in his first game. Okumura, Yui and Asada, each with their own emotions, are practicing and getting more familiar with the team. The team is preparing for their next game against Ichidai Third High. During practice, Miyuki prioritizes catching for Furuya, which frustrates Sawamura. Having been reproached by Miyuki for clasing with Sawamura, Okumura volunteers to catch for him. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 13
EP 13

13. Batting First

Episode 14
EP 14

14. Presence

The spring tournament game against Ichidai Third High has finally begun. Seido is batting first against Ichidai Third High ace Kosei Amahisa. Seido's cleanup starts as Haruichi Kominato steps up to the plate with one out and a runner on third. Will Miyuki getting them to bat first help them take the lead? Meanwhile, Seido's starting pitcher Furuya takes the mound with the same emotions he felt in the Invitational. The early innings are turning into a heated battle! || The spring tournament game against Ichidai Third High has finally begun. Seido is batting first against Ichidai Third High ace Kosei Amahisa. Seido`s cleanup starts as Haruichi Kominato steps up to the plate with one out and a runner on third. Will Miyuki getting them to bat first help them take the lead? Meanwhile, Seido`s starting pitcher Furuya takes the mound with the same emotions he felt in the Invitational. The early innings are turning into a heated battle! Source: crunchyroll
Episode 15
EP 15

15. My Role

It's Seido vs Ichidai Third High in the spring tournament semifinals. Up 2 - 0 until the fifth inning, Seido's starting pitcher Furuya faces an Ichidai rally. Unable to control the ball, his pitching continues to falter. Miyuki trusts Furuya as the ace and does his best to guide him. However, after his third walk in one inning, Coach Ochiai gives Coach Kataoka a bit of advice, helping him make a firm decision to... || It`s Seido vs Ichidai Third High in the spring tournament semifinals. Up 2 - 0 until the fifth inning, Seido`s starting pitcher Furuya faces an Ichidai rally. Unable to control the ball, his pitching continues to falter. Miyuki trusts Furuya as the ace and does his best to guide him. However, after his third walk in one inning, Coach Ochiai gives Coach Kataoka a bit of advice, helping him make a firm decision to... Source: crunchyroll
Episode 16
EP 16

16. Only After You`ve Won

It's the spring tournament semifinal game against Ichidai. After saving his team with his perfect relief pitching, Sawamura is now the lead-off batter in the top of the sixth. Can Sawamura get on base and lead his team in a counterattack? Ichidai Third High's Amahisa's impeccable pitching hasn't allowed Seido a run since the second inning. Will the Seido batters support Sawamura and mount a comeback? Which team will advance to the final? || It`s the spring tournament semifinal game against Ichidai. After saving his team with his perfect relief pitching, Sawamura is now the lead-off batter in the top of the sixth. Can Sawamura get on base and lead his team in a counterattack? Ichidai Third High`s Amahisa`s impeccable pitching hasn`t allowed Seido a run since the second inning. Will the Seido batters support Sawamura and mount a comeback? Which team will advance to the final? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 17
EP 17

17. Three Months

After their own semifinal game the nine Seido players watch Inashiro's semifinal against Teito. Narumiya and Mukai both played at Koshien Stadium as first-years, and then received their powerhouse school's ace number as second-years, and they'll both be pitching. Meanwhile, Seido High School is analyzing their game against Ichidai Third High, focusing on Coach Kataoka. Then, Miyuki remembers a certain thought... || After their own semifinal game the nine Seido players watch Inashiro`s semifinal against Teito. Narumiya and Mukai both played at Koshien Stadium as first-years, and then received their powerhouse school`s ace number as second-years, and they`ll both be pitching. Meanwhile, Seido High School is analyzing their game against Ichidai Third High, focusing on Coach Kataoka. Then, Miyuki remembers a certain thought... Source: crunchyroll
Episode 18
EP 18

18. Something to Find Out

After seeing the result of the spring tournament, the Seido players think about what they lack, and begin to act on it. Sawamura shows an especially strong will to improve, and it propagates to other third-years. Meanwhile, the final game of the spring tournament is being played. Miyuki and Furuya, who has felt pressure ever since playing at Koshien Stadium, are at Meiji Jingu Secondary Stadium to see it. || After seeing the result of the spring tournament, the Seido players think about what they lack, and begin to act on it. Sawamura shows an especially strong will to improve, and it propagates to other third-years. Meanwhile, the final game of the spring tournament is being played. Miyuki and Furuya, who has felt pressure ever since playing at Koshien Stadium, are at Meiji Jingu Secondary Stadium to see it. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 19
EP 19

19. Competitive Streak

Director Kataoka tells us that we will have a red and white battle between first graders and senior students, and the buzzing blue road ground. First graders who are excited when it comes to appealing to join the second army. However, it is the same for senior students aiming to join the army. While Sawamura and his regular team are watching, Kuki is a first-year pitcher. How will the first graders such as Okumura and Seto fight against the overwhelmingly energetic senior students? || Coach Kataoka announces the team will play an intrasquad game, setting the practice fields abuzz. The first-years are eager to perform in order to make the second string, but so are the upperclassmen who want to make the first string. With Sawamura and the other main players looking on, first-year Kukki starts the game. How will Okumura, Seto and the other first-years counter the intense competitive spirit of the upperclassmen? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 20
EP 20

20. Self-Assertive

A red and white battle between first graders and senior teams. Asada and Okumura's batteries, which appeared in the third inning, confront the senior team. Asada is encouraged by the aggressive attitude that Okumura and Seto showed, and she is enthusiastic that she wants to meet Okumura's expectations and throw the best ball into the mitt. Does Asada's pitching work for senior students? Kawashima, a senior student team who continues to pitch with a sense of spirit, aiming for a return bloom on the bench. Does the batting of Okumura and Seto work for senior students who are approaching devilishness? || The first-years are playing the second and third-years in an intrasquad game. In the third inning, the Asada-Okumura battery comes on to face the upperclassmen. After seeing Okumura and Seto’s aggressive play, Asada thinks to himself that he wants to live upto Okumura’s expectations. Will Asada’s pitches hit their mark? Meanwhile, Kawashima continues his intense pitching to try to take back his illustrious spot on the bench. Can Okumura and Seto’s devious batting continue to work on the upperclassmen? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 21
EP 21

21. Out of Time

After the red and white battle, Kataoka selects members to join the army. The first graders and the senior students on the line are delighted with the result. On the other hand, Miyuki, who talks about Kuramochi and the team in the classroom, was unprecedentedly talkative. "Honestly, no matter how much time I have, it's not enough." Kuramochi was surprised to find that Miyuki seemed to be having fun while saying so. || With the intrasquad game over, Kataoka selects those who will be on the first string, causing joy and sorrow among the first-years and the upperclassmen. Meanwhile, Miyuki begins talking about the team at length with Kuramochi in their classroom. Although he says, "Honestly, no amount of time would be enough," Kuramochi says Miyuki still seems to be enjoying himself. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 22
EP 22

22. Chosen

In practice, Sawamura and Furuya were ordered by Miyuki to team up with a first-year catcher. How will the two lead the juniors, and will they be able to meet the expectations of Miyuki? Sawamura is pleased that he will finally receive it during the night practice. Kataoka appears there. Sawamura throws the numbers against Miyuki. Kataoka, who saw the pitch, told him that he was in Sawamura. || Miyuki has ordered Sawamura and Furuya to practice with the first-year catchers. Will they be able to lead and live up to Miyuki`s expectations? During night practice, Sawamura is enthusiastic to have Miyuki catch for him. Then Coach Kataoka shows up and watches the numbered pitches Sawamura throws to Miyuki. Kataoka has something to tell Sawamura. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 23
EP 23

23. One Pitch, One Second

A strong school that has entered the Golden Week holidays in May and is holding practice games for the summer tournament all over the country. In Osaka, Osaka Kiryu vs. Hokkaido Koma Ofujimaki. Inami vs. Seiho High School in Aichi. In Kumamoto, Yoshinaga and Shogakukan in Tokushima. In Miyagi, Yamanashi's Yamamori vs. Ikuei. And in Saitama, Seido and Yamaga face off. A strong team that competes with each other. And finally Sawamura goes to the mound of the Senbatsu Best 4 strong Gunma Hakuryu High School game. || During the long break in May, the powerhouse schools travel to different parts of the country to compete in practice games to prepare for the summer tournament. Fujimaki Komadai has traveled to Osaka to play Osaka Kiryu; Inashiro is playing Saiho in Aichi; Yoshinaga from Tokushima is in Kumamoto playing Shogakkan. Seido tides themselves over by playing Yamaga in Saitama, but then it`s time for Sawamura to take the mound against Hakuryu, a team that finished in the semi finals of the Invitational. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 24
EP 24

24. Incomplete

The White Dragon Battle has finally begun. Hakuryu is a team that boasts one of the best mobility in Japan, centered on No. 3 Mima. Sawamura suddenly gets into a pinch for the first time. Is Sawamura's pitching valid for the Hakuryu batting line? On the other hand, Seido also changed the batting order after the defeat in the spring tournament and changed to an aggressive order to challenge this game. Whereabouts of the game ──? || The game against Hakuryu and third batter Mima is finally under way. They are one of the most mobile teams in the country. Sawamura finds himself in trouble early in the first inning. Will his pitching style work against the Hakuryu batters? Meanwhile, Seido has changed up their batting order to be more aggressive after their loss in the spring tournament. How will they fare in this game? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 25
EP 25

25. Unleashed

Sawamura puts a lot of effort into the powerful Hakuryu High School. Gunma's high school baseball fans, who were hoping for a good pitch in Senbatsu, will have to gradually recognize their abilities. On the other hand, Furuya, who started in the left field, has a desire to stand on the mound. What is Kataoka's decision for Furuya, who shows a lack of concentration? On the other hand, Sawamura will face Mima for the third time! || Sawamura`s pitching is looking strong against Hakuryu. Mima and the high school baseball fans were expecting to see Furuya pitch, but they have to acknowledge Sawamura`s skill. Meanwhile, out in left field, Furuya can`t stop thinking about standing on the mound. What will Kataoka do as he loses his focus? And then, Sawamura faces Mima for the third time. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 26
EP 26

26. Beneath the Same Banner

The practice match with Senbatsu Best 4 powerhouse Gunma and Hakuryu High School is finally settled. What did Sawamura feel and gain in the match against one of the most powerful schools in Japan? What did Furuya feel and gain from Sawamura's pitching because he didn't have the opportunity to pitch in this game? Sawamura and Furuya, their various emotions intersect. On the other hand, Mima of Hakuryu High School was conscious of the good luck that professionals also pay attention to. || The game against Hakuryu, a quarterfinalist in the Invitational, is entering the final stretch. What has Sawamura felt and learned facing a nationally ranked powerhouse school? What did Furuya feel and learn watching Sawamura pitch the game on his own? Both pitchers have mixed emotions. Meanwhile, Mima, who also wants to play professionally, has taken an interest in Miyuki. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 27
EP 27

27. The Note

Seido’s first string returns from the golden week practice games. Due to Sawamura’s outstanding performance in the Hakuryu match, an article about him was published, making his presence known. Coach Kataoka hands out baseball journals with some comments about the practice games written in them. Sawamura’s comments from the coach serve to motivate him to work harder, while Furuya’s compels him do some self reflection. The team practices fielding with the coach. || The game against Hakuryu, a quarterfinalist in the Invitational, is entering the final stretch. What has Sawamura felt and learned facing a nationally ranked powerhouse school? What did Furuya feel and learn watching Sawamura pitch the game on his own? Both pitchers have mixed emotions. Meanwhile, Mima, who also wants to play professionally, has taken an interest in Miyuki. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 28
EP 28

28. I`m Not Stopping!

Seido Nine, who has achieved good results in practice games and is enthusiastic about practicing for the summer tournament. Inspired by Kataoka's words, Sawamura gets out of bed early in the morning and begins his activities. On the other hand, Furuya, who witnessed Sawamura's fulfillment, also appeals with seat batting. At that time, it seemed that the rivalry between the two had a positive effect on each other. || After a series of successful practice games, the Seido Nine are intensely focused on preparing for the summer tournament. Sawamura, encouraged by Kataoka`s words, begins rising early in the morning to train. Meanwhile, after seeing Sawamura`s improvement, Furuya tries to help out with batting practice. Their rivalry seems to be having a positive influence on both of them, until... Source: crunchyroll
Episode 29
EP 29

29. After Spring Comes

The blue road baseball club is enthusiastic about practicing for summer college. Meanwhile, the female managers looked back on the history from their appearance in Senbatsu while looking at the articles in newspapers and magazines that had been scrapped in their notebooks. The memory of the game revived from the article, the passionate feelings of Sawamura and Furuya that have been accumulated. Aiming to participate in Koshien in a row in the spring and summer, they will move further forward. || The Seido baseball team is hard at work preparing for the summer tournament. Meanwhile, the team managers are reviewing notebooks and clippings of newspaper and magazine articles about the team since their appearance at the Invitational. They remember the passionate emotions of Sawamura and Furuya during the games. Seeking consecutive spring and summer appearances at Koshien Stadium, they are striving to improve. Source: crunchyroll
Filler
Episode 30
EP 30

30. Bloom of Youth

A practice match with Chiba's powerhouse Narita Kogyo, which started with Sawamura's starting lineup. How far can Sawamura's pitching work against a cleanup called a left-handed pitcher (ruby: South Po) killer? Sawamura, who has been entrusted with a big game these days, is faced with new challenges. On the other hand, there was an unknown connection between Narita Kogyo and Kuramochi. What is the cause? || Sawamura is the starting pitcher in the practice game against Chiba`s powerhouse, Naruta Industrial. How will his pitches fare against their batters known as the Southpaw Killers? It will be another trial for Sawamura, who must handle another big game. Plus, Naruta Industrial and Kuramochi have a previous relationship. What happened between then? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 31
EP 31

31. Kind of Like a Promise

Director Kataoka keeps players in multiple positions in case of an unforeseen situation at the summer tournament. Sawamura participates in a practice game on the left, and Furuya is knocked by the infield. Kataoka asks Yui, a first-year student who joined the army, if he can keep multiple positions. What is Yui's answer, who has lived a baseball life as a catcher? On the other hand, Okumura, who is a bullpen catcher in the second army, is instructed by the director to receive Sawamura's ball. Okumura's unexpected answer makes the surroundings buzz. || In order to prepare for unforseen circumstances in the summer tournament, Coach Kataoka has the players play out of their normal positions. Sawamura played left field in a practice game and Furuya played the infield during batting practice. Coach Kataoka asks straight-out if Yui, a first-year who made the first string, if he can play multiple positions. How will Yui, who has played catcher his whole career, respond? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 32
EP 32

32. Hunger

Furuya who has recovered from the breakdown and started in the practice game of the second army. While watching Sawamura, who plays an active part in the game of the first army, he bites Kataoka's words written in the baseball notebook. On the other hand, at the Spring Kanto Tournament held in Yamanashi, rival teams of Yakushi, Ichidai Sanko, Inami, and Seido played a fierce battle. Sawamura and his friends burn their fighting spirit to the appearance of a rival team that is steadily strengthening. || Returning from his injury, Furuya joins a game with the second string. Seeing Sawamura shine in the first string`s game, Furuya mulls over the words Kataoka wrote in his journal. Meanwhile, in Yamanashi prefecture, Seido`s rivals Yakushi, Ichidai Third High and Inashiro Industrial compete in intense games for the spring Kanto Tournament. Sawamura and his teammates watch intensely as their rivals become stronger. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 33
EP 33

33. Heat Transfer

Sawamura shows solid growth in practice games and makes the surroundings stand out. In his mind was the hot pitching he played in the Battle of the White Dragon. Sawamura's passion for pitching also spreads to Furuya. Furuya aims for pitching with content by forming a battery with Okumura in the second battle. Furuya's feelings are to get on the ball and move. || Sawamura has demonstrated his remarkable growth during the practice games, and people have taken notice, especially his outstanding performance in the Hakuryu game. His pitching has inspired Furuya, too. In the second-string game, Furuya`s pitching showed meaningful progress. His emotions transfer into the ball. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 34
EP 34

34. Competition

Miyuki will leave the team to participate in the Tokyo selection team, and it will be announced that Okumura's army will join with Seto. On the other hand, Miyuki entrusts the team to Maezono, Kuramochi and others and heads to the Inagi Business Ground, which was the practice venue for Tokyo selection. Attention players from each school also gather on the ground one after another, and meet here as a Tokyo selection. || An announcement is made that Miyuki will leave the team and play in the Tokyo Invitational. Seto and Okumura will play on the first string while Maezono and Kuramochi take charge of the team. Miyuki sets off for the Inashiro Industrial practice field where the invitational will be held. Well-known players from several schools arrive for the team’s first meeting. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 35
EP 35

35. Because He`s Awesome

Tokyo selection to play against the American Wind Youth Academy team. The starting lineup is Yang Shunomi, the right arm of Akikawa Gakuen. Although Yang is called a precision machine, it will be the first pitching in a long time according to the Takano Ren regulations. Will Yang's pitching work for the American team? On the other hand, at the Seido Ground, a three-way practice game had begun, heading for a strong school called Saiho and Yamamori. How will Seido, who lacks good luck, fight against this formidable opponent? || It’s the Tokyo Invitational game against the Wynd Youth Academy. The starting pitcher is Shunshing Yeung from Akikawa Academy. He’s known as a precise machine, but because of JHBF regulations, it’s his first game in quite a while. How will Yeung’s pitches fare against the American team? Meanwhile, Seido’s round-robin games against Seiho and Yamamori are underway. How will Seido take on these powerhouse schools without Miyuki? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 36
EP 36

36. As a Catcher

The Tokyo selection, in which Miyuki participated, was unable to capture the tall left-handed Conrad of the American Wind Youth. And Narumiya finally pitched in the 7th inning with the American lead. On the other hand, in the blue road vs. mountain defense battle on the blue road ground, Furuya teams up with Ono for a battery. Ono quietly burns his fighting spirit to make him pitch like Furuya when Miyuki is absent. || Miyuki’s team in the Tokyo Invitational is having trouble batting against Wynd Youth’s left-handed pitcher Conrad. The American team has the lead going into the seventh inning, when Narumiya finally takes the mound. Meanwhile, Furuya and Ono have formed a battery to take on Yamamori. Ono is quietly eager to help Furuya pitch the way he’s used to, even without Miyuki. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 37
EP 37

37. Invincible Mentality

Narumiya, who pitched from the 7th inning, struck out the fourth batter of the American Wind Youth, Carlyle, in a straight strikeout. However, the bat that cut the sky daringly hits the catcher Inui's head. Director Kunitomo decides to replace Inui. Instead, a forbidden battery called Miyuki and Narumiya wearing masks is born. On the other hand, even at Seido High School, which had a practice match with Yamamori Gakuin, an accident attacks Ono, who continued to play vigorously to fill the absence of Miyuki. || Taking the mound in the seventh inning against the American Wynd Youth team, Narumiya strikes out their cleanup batter Carlisle, but his last swing is so hard, it goes full circle and hits catcher Inui in the head. Coach Kunitomo decides to switch catchers. As Miyuki dons the catcher’s mask, he and Narumiya form a battery that should be impossible. Meanwhile, Seido is playing Yamamori Academy in a practice game. With Miyuki away, Ono is making impressive gutsy plays, until there’s an accident... Source: crunchyroll
Episode 38
EP 38

38. Fragile

The battle against wind youth is finally over. Including Narumiya who shows perfect relief, Carlos, Shirakawa, Yamaoka and other rice plants are very active. Miyuki once again realizes the strength of his rivals. Around the same time, Seido, who plays a practice match with Yamamori, wears a mask instead of Ono who left. However, it was a big struggle due to the overlap of walks and battery errors. Yui blames himself for disturbing Furuya's rhythm. || It`s the final innings of the game against the Wynd Youth. Following Narumiya’s masterful relief pitching, the other Inashiro players, Carlos, Shirakawa and Yamaoka have really shone. Miyuki is reminded how imposing his rival team is. Meanwhile, in Seido’s practice game against Yamamori, Yui is wearing the catcher’s after Ono had to leave the field. Several walks and battery errors are making the game difficult. Yui blames himself for throwing off Furuya’s rhythm. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 39
EP 39

39. I`m Counting On You

Furuya, who teamed up with Yui who wears a mask instead of the injured Ono, disturbs the rhythm with repeated walks and errors. He allowed a goal without picking up, and when he invited another pinch, Furuya dropped out. Kaneda, who took over after him, threw it tenaciously, but the momentum of Yamamori Gakuin could not be stopped, and the record of consecutive wins on the blue road stopped at 19. In the second game that follows, Sawamura started against Aichi's male Seiho High School. Sawamura shook his heart and headed for the mound. || After losing Ono to an injury, the Furuya-Yui battery has trouble establishing a rhythm, repeated making errors and walking batters. Still unable to recover, they give up runs and with the team in trouble, Furuya has to leave the mound. Kaneda the relief pitcher pitches well, but he is unable to stop Yamamori Academy’s momentum, and Seido’s winning streak ends at nineteen games. In game 2 against Seiho High School, the beast of Aichi, Sawamura is the starting pitcher. After receiving encouragement from Coach Kataoka, Sawamura boldly takes the mound. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 40
EP 40

40. Expression

Practice match with Aichi's male Saiho High School. Starter Sawamura appealed for good performance, for example, taking two strikeouts from the first time. On the other hand, Ace Akashi of Saiho was a hot player who was once complained with a super freshman in Koshien. Akashi, who has fallen sick due to injuries and has finally returned to the line after a long female prostration, overwhelms the viewer with muscular armor and powerful throws all over his body. On the other hand, Sawamura and Okumura Battery are cooperating with the opponent of the machine gun hitting Saiho. || It`s Seido`s practive game against Seiho, the beast from Aichi. Sawamura has a great first inning, striking out two batters. They`re facing Seiho`s ace Akashi, once hailed as the super rookie when he played at Koshien Stadium as a first-year. After an injury caused his form to deteriorate, he spent a year in obscurity. Now, he has returned armed with a muscular body and powerful pitches. The Sawamura-Okumura battery must cooperate to take on Seiho`s machine-gun-like batting lineup. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 41
EP 41

41. Shared Fate

Practice game with Nishiho, where a tense pitcher fight of 0-0 continues. In the 6th time, Sawamura invites a pinch, but survives the predicament with the ball returned by Center Aso. Behind that, the ball hit by Shoji, one year of the leading batter, draws a high parabola. The whereabouts of the ball is ----. Sawamura, on the other hand, keeps the pitch of the coach, taking on the expectations of the coach and the team. In this figure full of fighting spirit, hot feelings are transmitted not only to nine and bench members but also to the audience at the stand. || The tense practice game against Seiho is tied at 0. Sawamura gets into trouble in the top of the sixth inning, but an incredible throw to home by center fielder Aso pulls the team through. In the bottom of the same inning, lead-off batter Yuki’s hit arcs high. How far will it go? Meanwhile, Sawamura is feeling the weight of his responsibility to the coach and his team and continues spiraling down. His dogged determination is obvious to not only the nine fielders, or the players on the bench, but even to the fans in the stands. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 42
EP 42

42. 20 Players

On the way back from the Tokyo selection match, Miyuki confesses that he is in Narumiya, where he was with him by train. Miyuki and Narumiya swear a hot battle at Natsudai and break up. On the other hand, the fierce battle with Saiho is over at the Seido Ground. Seido Nine reaffirms the challenges for the summer, including the loss to Yamamori Gakuin. Meanwhile, 20 players who were allowed to enter the bench at Natsudai were about to be decided. || On the train home after the Tokyo Invitational game, Miyuki meets Narumiya and gives him some honest advice. They promise an intense battle in the summer tournament. Meanwhile, the fierce game against Seiho on Seido’s practice field has come to an end. The Seido nine reflect on their challenges to address, including those from their loss to Yamamori Academy. It’s now time to decide the twenty players who will make the roster for the summer tournament. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 43
EP 43

43. Summer Training Camp

The blue road baseball club that holds a summer training camp. The managers devote themselves to making rice balls as a supplement. Sawamura was trying to make natto, which he was not good at, in order to give him stamina that wouldn't hurt even if he threw it nine times. And the players' interest is in the number at the summer university, which is determined by future achievements including the training camp. Sawamura, Furuya, Kawakami ... Who will give the ace number of interest? || The Seido baseball team is holding their summer training camp. The managers are working hard to prepare onigiri for them to eat. Sawamura is trying to eat natto, his least favorite food, in order to gain the stamina to pitch for nine innings without getting tired. The players are keenly interested in who will perform well in the training camp and earn a numbered jersey for the summer tournament. Will Sawamura, Furuya or Kawakami earn the right to wear the ace number? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 44
EP 44

44. Setting Sail

The last day of the summer training camp. Seido Nine devotes himself to batter practice for the summer tournament, which is crowded with strong enemies such as Narumiya and Amaku. Furthermore, from the evening, Kataoka's demon knock will drive the players in. A lottery for the summer tournament to be held after the training camp. Participating schools that are sorted into each block by lottery. The team that will be the opponent of the first match of Seido High School is ──. || It’s the final day of the summer training camp. The batters of the Seido nine are doing all they can to prepare to face top-tier pitchers like Narumiya and Amahisa. That evening, Coach Kataoka starts fielding drills that work the players to the bone. The next day is the drawing to decide which block each school will play in for the summer tournament. What teams will Seido High School be up against? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 45
EP 45

45. Go Exceed

In the match against the powerful Kokonoe, who had the total settlement before the summer, Sawamura pitched in a dignified manner and managed to concede 8 innings to 2 goals. On the other hand, Ochiai praises Furuya, who carries the ace number from the new team and continues to grow under the pressure of ace. Is it Sawamura or Furuya who will carry the ace number of the blue road this summer? Kataoka's decision ──? || Showing the sum total of his pre-tournament training, Sawamura pitches impressively against powerhouse school Kokonoe, holding them to two runs in eight innings. Meanwhile, Ochiai still holds esteem for Furuya who wore the ace number and still continues to improve. Will Seido’s ace for this summer be Sawamura, or Furuya? What will Kataoka decide? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 46
EP 46

46. Encouragement

Blue road waiting for the first match of Natsudai. Sawamura sleeps in his uniform and is teased by Kuramochi and others in an attempt to adapt the ace number to his body. Under Kataoka, there was a call of encouragement from Kataoka's teacher, Yura General Engineering Director, Sakaki, who was the opponent of the first match. Yura Comprehensive Engineering Department, which will play the first round ahead of the seed, Seido. What is baseball that the old Sakaki shows? || Seido awaits their first game of the summer tournament. Sawamura wants to get used to wearing the ace number and so begins to sleep in his uniform, earning him a teasing from his roommates. Coach Kataoka receives an stimulating call from his former mentor Coach Sasaki, the coach of Yura Sogo Engineering High School who they are about to face. Yura Sogo competes in the first round anticipating their game against the seeded Seido. What does the cunning Coach Sasaki have up his sleeve? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 47
EP 47

47. Under the Feet

Summer University has finally begun. Yura Sogo and Sakaki, who will be the opponent of the first match of the blue road, pull the shin and wait for the day of the match. Rivals Inami and Narumiya also pitched in the first match. Shows the attitude of Inami baseball, which does not create a gap even if it is a subordinate opponent. A leading school in the district that cuts the fire of battle all at once at stadiums around the world. And finally, the day has come for Sawamura to rise to the mound as an ace ──! || The summer tournament is finally under way. Seido’s first opponent, Yura Sogo led by Coach Sasaki, is preparing themselves thoroughly for the game. Narumiya starts the first game for Seido’s rival, Inashiro. Even though their opponent is no match for them, Inashiro never wants to show any sign of weakness in a baseball game. In stadiums around the country, powerful schools begin their battles. And now it is time for Sawamura to take the mound for the first time as ace... Source: crunchyroll
Episode 48
EP 48

48. Get Back

Sawamura who carried the ace number on his back and climbed the mound of the first game of the summer. However, he allowed the first batter to go to base and broke the rhythm, losing one point from the first time. With a runner still in the scoring position, Yura Sogo and Sakaki aim for the in-course fastball, which Sawamura is most good at. Sawamura gets stuck in the old Sakaki's surgery. Where is the match going? || Sawamura takes the mound with the ace number for Seido’s first game of the summer tournament. But the first batter gets on base which messes up his rhythm, and he gives up one run in the first inning. With another runner in scoring position, Coach Sasaki has the Yura Sogo batters aim for Sawamura’s inside fastballs. Sawamura’s been caught in Sasaki’s cunning trap. Can they get back in the game? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 49
EP 49

49. Seido Goes All Out

Yura general battle of the first summer game. In the first run, he got 2 points first and returned 1 point to the back, but he still allowed the lead. Sawamura gave a walk to the first batter in the top of the 4th inning, and his condition did not improve. Kataoka is approaching the time to decide whether to continue pitching or to proceed with the match as Sawamura. On the other hand, the motivation of the batting line rises to support the pitcher. Will there be a counterattack on the blue road? || Seido’s first game of the summer tournament against Yura Sogo is heating up. In the first inning, Seido allowed two runs and only scored one, giving Yura Sogo the lead. Sawamura walks the lead-off batter in the top of the fourth inning and is struggling to regain his composure. Will Kataoka decide to keep Sawamura in or switch pitchers? Meanwhile, the Seido fielders rally to support their pitcher. Will Seido be able to strike back? Source: crunchyroll
Episode 50
EP 50

50. Fire Age

Seidō defeated Yura Sōgō with a called game. At the beginning, the opponent's rhythm was grasped by the opponent team, and so began the analysis and countermeasures of the opponent of the next round, Hachioji. The person in need of attention is the captain and the second Kawabata. Kuramochi and Haruichi burn their rivalry for the master defender. Kataoka, on the other hand, calls Sawamura after the meeting to the coaching room and tells him to take care of his first game experience. || Seido has defeated Yura Sogo in a called game. Reflecting on their inability to establish a rhythm in the early innings, Seido begins to analyze and strategize against their next opponent, Hachiya Oji. Of particular interest is their captain, second baseman Kawabata. Kuramochi and Haruichi are fired up to face their rival fielder. Meanwhile, Kataoka calls Sawamura to his office after the coches’ meeting, and tells him to make the most of his experience from the first game. Source: crunchyroll
Episode 51
EP 51

51. That`s the Reason Why

The second match of Natsudai and Seido, which has finally begun, is Prince Yaya, who has the master Kawabata of Uchino. The starting lineup for the blue road is Furuya, who is recovering. The fastball growls from the first time. However, Prince Hachiya also set a solid goal for Furuya's fastball. The hit ball of No. 3 Kawabata that was swung out is about to come out in front of the center. However, the combination of Haruichi & Kuramochi's duo prevents it ──! || The summer tournament is in full swing and Seido is playing their second game against Hachiya Oji and their skilled second baseman Kawabata. Furuya is the starting pitcher and has recovered nicely, throwing howling fastballs in the first inning. But Hachiya Oji has been expecting them, and third batter Kawabata hits one which nearly sails into near center field, but Haruchi and Kuramochi are there to stop it! Source: crunchyroll
Episode 52
EP 52

52. Ace of Diamond

The match between Seido and Yaya Prince is in the top of the 7th inning, and if he doesn't score this time, he will lose cold. Kawabata, who was obsessed with base, is placed on base, and the final counterattack is made by Prince Yaya. The victory of the blue road is imminent. Sawamura watches over Furuya's good throw, which he declared to "connect" before the game, from the bench while carrying his uniform number "1". The story of the two over Ace continues. || It’s the top of the seventh inning in Seido’s game against Hachiya Oji. Hachiya Oji has to score this inning or else the game will be called. Kawabata fought his way to a base, but it would be Hachiya Oji’s last offensive. Seido’s victory is imminent. After hearing Furuya say he’d get to play next game, Sawamura watches the game from the bench, the number one on his back. The story of these two players vying for the title of ace will continue. Source: crunchyroll
Diamond no Ace act II
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Season: SPRING

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Duration: 24 min

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Picking up the next year after the end of the fall tournament, Seidou High School baseball team battle it out with new and old faces as they begin the

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