FINISHED
The Prince of Tennis
178 Episodes
22 min each
FALL 2001
Synopsis
Echizen Ryoma is a young tennis prodigy who has won 4 consecutive tennis championships but who constantly lies in the shadow of his father, a former pro tennis player. He joins the Seishun Gakuen junior highschool, one of the best tennis schools in Japan, and there along with his teamates he learns to find his own type of tennis in an attempt to defeat his biggest obstacle of all: his father as well as himself.
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178
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22 min
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173 / 178 Episodes
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Episode 1
A Prince Appears
At the request of his father, Ryoma Echizen moves to Japan after having success at tennis in the United States, having won four consecutive American Junior Openings. On his way to a Japanese tennis tournament, he "saves" Sakuno Ryuzaki from some thugs. Due to this, he misses the tournament, however, he finds an opponent in the form of one of the thugs he met on the subway. He then puts his opponent, Sasabe, in his place during the match, where he reveals his exceptional tennis capabilities.
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Episode 2
Samurai Junior
Upon his arrival in Seishun Academy, "Seigaku" for short, Ryoma teaches a lesson to two juniors who are picking on the freshmen. Takeshi Momoshiro, one of the team's regulars, puts a stop to it and decides to play Ryoma in a tennis match. Noticing that Momoshiro has a bad ankle, Ryoma decides not to play with his dominant hand. Also, Sakuno's energetic friend, Tomoka, is introduced to Ryoma, and instantly proclaims herself to be his number one fan.
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Episode 3
The Seigaku Regulars Make Their Debut!
The Seigaku regulars are introduced, while a journalist, Mamoru Inoue, and a photographer, Saori Shiba, visit Seigaku in order to report on the team's upcoming ranking matches. Meanwhile, Ryoma defeats a second year non-regular, Arai, using an old broken tennis racket when the latter hides all three of Ryoma's rackets. Seeing his skill, the captain of the tennis team, Kunimitsu Tezuka, enters Ryoma's name on the roster for the intraschool ranking matches despite the fact that he is a freshman.
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Episode 4
The One Named Viper
The Seigaku ranking matches has begun, and Ryoma and the Seigaku regulars continue to win their matches early on in the tournament. Ryoma then gets pitted against regular Kaoru Kaido in the third round, where the latter reveals his special move, the Snake shot. This throws Ryoma off guard, so he decides to switch to his dominant hand.
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Episode 5
Snake Shot
Kaido attempts to use his Snake shot to wear off Ryoma's stamina, and though Ryoma initially shows signs of sweating and fatigue, he surprises both Kaido and the spectators when his speed and power does not decrease. Near the end, it is revealed that Ryoma had been implementing a plan: he had been specifically hitting shots that Kaido had to bend his knees in order to return, thus Kaido would loose stamina far faster than Ryoma. His plan works, earning him the win.
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Episode 6
Nanjiro Echizen
Inoue plays a match with Nanjiro Echizen, the former "Samurai Nanjiro", a legendary tennis professional, to get answers about why he retired. Though Nanjiro appears to not be taking it seriously, his skills show otherwise, and he easily beats Inoue with both his eyes closed. However, Inoue finds out that Nanjiro is now focusing on developing the skills of his son, Ryoma. Meanwhile, Sakuno looks for Ryoma to learn more about him and tennis.
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Episode 7
The Two Ryomas
In Ryoma's next ranking match, he plays against Inui Sadaharu, who uses Data Tennis to counter Ryoma's play style. Using the data he gathered from Ryoma's previous match, Inui is able to dominate the match by accurately predicting and countering Ryoma's moves. Though irritated, Ryoma refuses to give up and reveals that he is glad to have transferred into Seigaku because he can now play against different types of players, like Inui.
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Episode 8
The Split Step
In order to counter Inui's data, Ryoma uses a new technique he had practiced when playing against his father, the One-footed Split Step. This requires him to continuously hop in place so he can react faster to the ball, as well as be able to move to another part of the court more quickly. Using this technique, Ryoma gains enough agility and speed to return Inui's calculated shots. This, along with the Twist Serve, surpasses Inui's data and turns the game into Ryoma's favor.
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Episode 9
The Hard Day
Inui continues to be unable to return Ryoma's Twist Serve, resulting in his eventual loss. Ryoma then wins his next games, and finally becomes a regular. Meanwhile, Inui plays against his next opponent, Kaido, who also surpasses Inui's data and takes a spot in the regulars as well. With eight spots taken, Inui loses his place as a regular, however, Seigaku's coach, Sumire Ryuzaki, asks him to help in the regulars' training instead. During training, he introduces his special and dreaded vegetable juice, which most of the regulars fall victim to.
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Episode 10
Counterattack! Sasabe Again?
Ryoma and the rest of the freshmen go to where Kachiro's father works as a tennis coach. However, they find trouble with Sasabe again, but this time, Sasabe's father is the bigger problem. In order to teach him a lesson, Ryoma asks the father to teach him tennis. Though Sasabe warns his father not to, the latter is more than willing to do so. In their practice match, the father ends up pulling a muscle after Ryoma shows him just how much he should have listened to Kachiro's father's advice about warming up first.
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Episode 11
Ryoma Vs. Momoshiro
Realizing that the only remaining singles slot left is singles 3, Ryoma and Momoshiro compete for it when they both want to play singles in the upcoming match against Gyokurin Middle School. However, when they decide to settle it with a match, they end up playing doubles against locals instead. Though they defeat their first few challengers, they are utterly defeated by two cocky Gyokurin players due to their lack of teamwork. It is then that the two decide to play doubles in the upcoming match.
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Episode 12
The Perfect Match
Momoshiro and Ryoma volunteer to play in doubles 2, and develop a tactic to improve their playing coordination. However, despite their practice, they continue to clash with each other due to their natural dominant tendencies as singles players. In addition, their rivals use a strategy which takes advantage of Momoshiro and Ryoma's lack of coordination, turning the game into their favor.
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Episode 13
Real Men Play Doubles
With their new strategy, Gyokurin continues to dominate. Irritated, Ryoma and Momoshiro realize that they are truly not suited to be doubles players, and agree to split the court in half. Now they each only have to defend one half of the court and is able to utilize their individual skills. Though strange, it is an effective strategy that wins them the game. However, due to their shameful performance, they still receive punishment from their coach.
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Episode 14
The Triple Counter
Fudomine Middle School, an unknown team that withdrew from last tournament for internal affairs, is Seigaku's next rival. In the first game, Seigaku's Shusuke Fuji and Takashi Kawamura find themselves struggling against the first Fudomine pair, forcing Fuji to use one of his Triple Counters, Tsubame Gaeshi, a technique that causes the ball to roll rather than bounce once it reaches the opponents' side of the court.
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Episode 15
To Each His Own Battle
Determined to overcome Fuji's skills, Fudomine's Tetsu Ishida tries a desperate measure to seal Fuji's Tsubame Gaeshi by using a hit of considerable strength called Hadokyu. When he aims it directly toward Fuji, Kawamura decides to get in its way when he realizes that Fuji would not be able to return it. Hoverer, though he succeeds in returning it, he hurts his wrist in the process, forcing Seigaku to forfeit the match.
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Episode 16
The Boomerang Snake
Thanks to Eiji Kikumaru's acrobatics and Shuichiro Oishi's ability to adapt to his partner's style, Seigaku's "Golden Pair" wins their doubles match easily. Next is the game between Kaido and Kamio Akira, where Kaoru's Snake shot turns out to be ineffective against the speed ace from Fudomine. In a moment of desperation, Kaido inadvertently performs a near impossible shot around the net's pole, which is then dubbed the Boomerang Snake.
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Episode 17
A Little Gesture of Triumph
Kaido desperately tries to recreate the Boomerang Snake, but he eventually stops his attempts when he decides to just play his style of tennis. With neither side yielding, Kamio's and Kaido's game becomes an endurance match. However, in the end, Kaido's willpower and persistence outlasts Kamio's stamina. Also, Momoshiro learns the identity of the girl he has been recently running into, who turns out to be Fudomine's player-coach and Kippei Tachibana's younger sister, An Tachibana.
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Episode 18
The Love Letter
Nanjiro Echizen finds a letter from Ryuzaki and remembers the days when he trained under her as a Seigaku regular. Meanwhile, Ryoma's opponent, Shinji Ibu, shows his skills when he is able to return Ryoma's Twist Serve, as well as his revealing his own serve, the Kick Serve, which is similar to the Twist Serve. Ryoma then switches to his left hand, and the game heats up between the two player's serves.
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Episode 19
Battle-Scarred Ryoma
Ryoma struggles to resist Ibu's "spot", a technique where Ibu forces Ryoma to hit certain shots that temporarily paralyzes his arm. However, when Ryoma tries to avoid the spot by continuously switching his racket from his left and right hands, the racket gets loose from his grip and it bounces back, hitting his eye. With his eyelid bleeding, it seems impossible for him to continue, but he insists on continuing the match.
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Episode 20
Time Limit
Impressed with his determination, Tezuka gives Ryoma ten minutes to finish the game, after which he will forfeit the match. In the end, Ryoma manages to overcome Ibu's "spot" and wins the match right before his alloted time had ended. With Ryoma's win, Seigaku wins the tournament, and after tending to his wounds, the Seigaku regulars celebrate in Kawamura's sushi restaurant.
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Episode 21
Is the Tennis Court Burning Up?
Due to their recent victories, spies from other schools begin to observe Seigaku's training. When they catch two of the spies spying on them even after school hours, Momoshiro and Ryoma teach the two of them a lesson in a doubles match. When the two spies are only able to score one point against them, they decide to practice their tennis, instead of spying on others.
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Episode 22
Kaoru's Troubles
While Kaido starts his daily training, Momoshiro and Kamio Akira end up playing a doubles match against two Hyotei regulars, Atobe Keigo and Munehiro Kabaji, when the latter two pick on An Tachibana. Meanwhile, Ryoma and Shinji Ibu battle over grip tape by creating a contest in which they catch a pickpocket. Kaido is then unwittingly dragged into the mess when he is suspected of being the thief.
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Episode 23
Here Comes Inui's Deluxe Drink!
During their new training regimen, Kaido and Oishi are forced to drink Inui's special vegetable juice for losing in their training match, becoming very sick. Then, when Tezuka accidentally drinks all of Inui's juice, Inui is forced to use his "Golden Power Remix Inui Juice" on the loser of the Kikumaru and Ryoma match. When Ryoma fails to win the game within five shots, which was the requirement for him to win, he ends being the one to drink it.
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Episode 24
Ryoma's Day Off
Ryoma is asked by coach Ryuzaki to go to the racket-stringer with Sakuno, whom he constantly ignores, though unknowingly. Curious what Ryoma is up to, Nanjiro decides to follow him, and after seeing the two together, Momoshiro and the freshman trio, spy on the two, believing that that they are on a date. However, Ryoma continues to ignore her and even end up hurting her feelings when she asks about him. In the end, Ryoma tries to make up for it by teaching her some tennis.
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Episode 25
Seigaku's Strongest Man, Part 1
Feeling that Ryoma's tennis is a simple copy of his father's, Tezuka asks coach Ryuzaki for permission to play an unofficial match against Ryoma. Before his match, Tezuka and Oishi go to a clinic to check whether or not Tezuka's arm has healed. Though it is healed, the doctor warns him not to play long matches and to not use his drop shot. After finding out he is fine, he meets up with Ryoma. Suspicious of the two's meeting, Oishi decides to follow the pair to see what is really going on.
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Episode 26
Seigaku's Strongest Man, Part 2
During their match, in order to convince the latter to aim higher with his own style of tennis, Tezuka risks his re-injuring his arm by going all out in the match, resulting in Ryoma's defeat. Oishi, who was the sole spectator of the Tezuka and Ryoma match, talks to Tezuka about the outcome and its repercussions. The next day at school, the other team members, grow suspicious when Tezuka and Ryoma fail to appear during team practice two days in a row. Meanwhile, Ryoma asks Nanjiro for a match, in which the latter realizes that Ryoma has changed and will now get stronger.
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Episode 27
Kalpin's Adventure
Momoshiro recovers his spirit after a match with Fudomine student and Tachibana's younger sister, An Tachibana, and also with an encounter with two of Hyotei Academy's regulars. Meanwhile, the Golden Pair makes up, and Tezuka is shown refusing Ryuzaki's offer to study abroad in Germany, choosing to stay in order to lead his team to the Nationals.
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Episode 28
A New Regular Appears?!
It`s the first day of the Metropolitans and Echizen has overslept! Horio pretends to be Echizen but is challenged to a match. Their first match goes smoothly, but their second match gives them more trouble than expected...
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Episode 29
Momo and Viper
Seigaku has picked their order for the quarterfinal round against St. Rudolph, and Momoshiro and Kaido have unexpectedly paired in doubles! As the match progresses, it`s clear that St. Rudolph has prepared well.
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Episode 30
Mizuki's Scenario
Mizuki has scouted the Seigaku team and trained St. Rudolph to attack their weaknesses. Momoshiro and Kaido are unable to use their best shots against the agile St. Rudolph team. Will Seigaku be able to overcome this challenge?
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Episode 31
The Moon Volley
When they looked to be down, Seido`s Momoshiro and Kaido are fighting back. Kaido`s Boomerang Snake takes St. Rudolph by surprise, but will it be enough? Then, the #2 Doubles match begins with Kikumaru and Oishi facing St. Rudolph`s Akazawa and Kaneda.
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Episode 32
Mortal Blow: Eiji's Feigned Sleep Attack
Seigaku`s Golden Pair, Kikumaru and Oishi, are facing St. Rudolph in #2 Doubles. Mizuki`s strategies have nearly exhausted Kikumaru and Seigaku quickly falls behind by two games. But they have a special formation that St. Rudolph isn`t prepared for.
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Episode 33
The Tiebreak
Kikumaru used a few games to recover his stamina and launch a comeback for Seigaku`s Golden Pair. Now they and St. Rudolph are tied three games each, and it`s down to a tiebreaker round. But it`s a hot afternoon and Kikumaru hasn`t fully recovered...
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Episode 34
Twist Spin Shot
Echizen is up against Yuta Fuji for #3 Singles. After taunting Yuta before the match, Echizen seems fazed by Yuta`s Lefty Killer skills. Can Seigaku`s first year rookie rise to the challenge?
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Episode 35
Drive B
Echizen`s match against St. Rudolph`s Yuta Fuji continues. Down four games to none, Echizen tries a new technique to slide into the ball: the Drive B. Will it be enough to put Seigaku over St. Rudolph?
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Episode 36
Big Brother, Shusuke Fuji
Fuji is up against Mizuki in the #2 Singles match. Mizuki immediately takes a commanding lead, five games to none. But Fuji isn`t beat yet, and he`s angry about something. How can Seigaku bounce back?
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Episode 37
A Tennis Ball With Ryoma's Face
Echizen`s dad tricks him into coaching Tomoka and Sakuno for the day. While practicing, a special ball of Sakuno`s flies into the Ginka Junior High court. The team surrounds her while she looks for the ball, but they may be pulling a dirty trick...
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Episode 38
Penal-Tea
Jin Akutsu shows up at Seigaku`s court and fights with Arai and Kachiro. Echizen intervenes, but Akutsu hits sharp rocks at him and gives him a cut. The Seigaku team begins a tough training regimen, with a severe punishment for those who don`t perform.
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Episode 39
The Brown Bear
After another day of tough training, Coach Ryuzaki announces practice matches for the team. Fuji and Echizen go first. Echizen is shocked by Fuji`s Sun Bear Drop which nullifies any smash, but Echizen is determined to break through somehow.
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Episode 40
A Duel in the Rain
Seigaku is holding practice matches: Echizen vs Fuji, Momoshiro vs Tezuka, Kaido vs Kawamura, and Oishi vs Kikumaru. A downpour and the matches are canceled, but Echizen and Fuji are still playing despite the rain...
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Episode 41
Trouble
It`s the day of the Metropolitan Tournament finals. Yamabuki is set to play Fudomine, but most of Fudomine`s team is oddly late to arrive. Seigaku will face Ginka, but Ginka seem nervous after their encounter with Echizen. How will the teams fare?
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Episode 42
Oishi Is Targeted
Oishi and Kikumaru, the Golden Pair are in the #1 doubles match against the pair that beat Oishi`s team last year, Minami and Higashikata. They`re confident of a repeat win. Then, the #3 singles match starts with Momoshiro against Yamabuki`s Sengoku.
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Episode 43
Lucky Sengoku
Momoshiro is up against Sengoku for the #3 singles match against Yamabuki. After an early lead, Momoshiro is surprised by a comeback from Sengoku. Can he see it through? It seems that Momoshiro`s left leg may be bothering him...
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Episode 44
Jackknife
Momoshiro`s match against Sengoku continues, but worringly, Momoshiro`s left leg is spasming. He`ll need to figure out a way compensate or Yamabuki will win the match. Shortly after, Echizen will be up against Yamabuki`s fearsome Akutsu...
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Episode 45
A Devil On the Court
Echizen`s singles match begins against Yamabuki`s rough character Akutsu. He`s been a troublemaker in tennis from a young age. Echizen manages to surprise Akutsu with his first serve, but can he keep it up?
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Episode 46
Samurai Spirit
Echizen looks to be at a disadvantage facing Yamabuki`s Akutsu. When Echizen goes right, he can instantaneously redirect his shot to the left. What can Echizen do to regain his footing?
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Episode 47
I Can't Lose
Echizen faltered and fell behind in his singles match against Yamabuki`s Akutsu. Now he`s figured out a strategy that is helping him make some headway! But Ms. Ryuzaki and Nanjiro know that Coach Banda will have something up his sleeve...
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Episode 48
The Decisive Moment
It`s the final stage of Echizen`s match against Yamabuki`s Akutsu. Echizen has reached match point which would make Seigaku the Metropolitan Tournament champions. But Akutsu is taller, wilder and far from backing down. Who will win this decisive match?
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Episode 49
Free Style Fighting
Following the Metropolitan Tournament, the team is training when Kirihara from Rikkai wanders in on their practice, causing mayhem to erupt. Meanwhile, Echizen takes on some basketball players who were picking on Horio while he was on cleaning detail.
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Episode 50
A Seigaku Tradition
Seigaku is holding intramural ranking matches to decide who will compete at the Kanto Tournament. The regulars start off with easy wins, but they can`t all go. But Momoshiro is overwhelmed by Inui, showing that the outcome is far from certain.
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Episode 51
Inui's Challenge
Inui has never been able to defeat Tezuka in their 20 or 30 matches since they joined the Seigaku tennis club. But today, Inui surprises everyone by showing just how much he himself has grown in his match against Tezuka.
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Episode 52
Seigaku's Biggest Crisis
Tezuka and Inui continue their match. Inui comes on strong, but Tezuka displays abilities far beyond that of a middle schooler. The ranking matches are over, but everyone’s concentration is disturbed by the fact that Momoshiro has been missing practice.
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Episode 53
The Momo Who's Returned
An Tachibana joins Momoshiro for some casual street tennis until they’re interrupted by the Hyotei tennis club.
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Episode 54
Kaoru's Special Training
The Seigaku team is in for a surprise when they find out who they’re up against in their first match of the Kanto Tournament.
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Episode 55
Hyotei Presses Near
It`s the first day of the Kanto Tournament, and Seigaku`s first match is against Hyotei, the previous year`s second-place champions. And if that weren`t bad enough, Oishi is missing. What will Seigaku do without half of their best doubles pair?
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Episode 56
Doubles for Three
Momoshiro and Kikumaru make a surprisingly good team, but their opponents are outplaying them at every turn. Seigaku`s spirits sink as their losses mount and their signature moves fail. Does the impromptu pair have any way left to turn the tables?
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Episode 57
Scud Serve
Continuing on to #1 doubles, Hyotei sends out Shishido and Otori, another formidable pair for Seigaku to face.
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Episode 58
The Worst Compatibility
Inui and Kaido attempt a comeback against Otori`s seemingly unbeatable serve, but their teamwork starts to break down as they struggle against the formidable Hyotei pair.
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Episode 59
The Hidden Trouble
Thanks to Kaido`s efforts, Inui has all the data he needs to start a comeback. But will Data Tennis be enough to defeat Shishido and Otori when Seigaku is already down by five games?
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Episode 60
Power vs. Power
#3 singles starts a match-up between powerful players from Seigaku and Hyotei. Who will come out on top?
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Episode 61
Duel of Hadokyu!
Neither Kawamura nor Kabaji is backing down as their heated battle for #3 singles continues.
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Episode 62
The Disappearing Serve
It`s time for #2 singles, and Fuji is facing off against Hyotei`s always sleepy Jiro Akutagawa. Will Fuji score an easy victory against an opponent who seems more interested in a nap, or is there more to Akutagawa than appears?
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Episode 63
The Last Triple Counter
After losing a game to Jiro Akutagawa`s Magic Volley, Fuji announces that it`s time to use the third and last of his Triple Counters. What kind of technique is it, and will it be enough?
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Episode 64
Compilation stories TeniPuri
The characters take a break from their usual tennis matches to star in three comical shorts.
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Episode 65
Become Seigaku's Pillar of Support
All eyes are on #1 singles as Seigaku’s Tezuka plays Hyotei’s Atobe for the first time ever.
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Episode 66
Rondo Towards Destruction
#1 singles is shaping up to be a long, drawn-out match. Can Tezuka`s left arm stand up to prolonged play against an opponent as skilled as Atobe?
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Episode 67
End of the ball
Tezuka`s grueling match against Atobe continues. Can Tezuka overcome his shoulder injury to defeat Hyotei`s club captain? What will it cost him if he does?
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Episode 68
The Never Ending Tie-Break
As the long match between Tezuka and Atobe finally comes to an end, Tezuka reminds Echizen of the important responsibility he entrusted to him.
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Episode 69
Who Will be a Regular?
Kachiro has to take action when he sees the upperclassmen’s attitude toward Tezuka’s injury.
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Episode 70
Tennis vs. Ping Pong
There`s a ball game tournament at Seigaku, and the tennis club members are required to play other sports. Ryoma enters the ping-pong competition, but his opponent seems to be nursing a grudge.
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Episode 71
It's a date!
Momoshiro gets an invitation from An Tachibana and drags Ryoma along for the ride. Is it a date, and if so, with who?
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Episode 72
Kaoru becomes Ryoma
The members of the Seigaku tennis club are off from school today. For some reason, a few kids at the park mistaken Kaido for Echizen.
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Episode 73
Tezuka's Decision
Tezuka has been absent from practice due to his injury and Oishi gets everyone together to do something special.
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Episode 74
A Message for Echizen
The Seigaku tennis club is reeling at the news of Tezuka`s departure. Everyone is surprised to see Tezuka make a farewell visit to the court and even more surprised when he issues a challenge.
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Episode 75
Farewell, Tezuka Kunimitsu
In his farewell match against Ryoma, Tezuka reaches new heights playing right-handed. Is victory against Tezuka still out of Ryoma`s reach, even with a handicap on his side?
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Episode 76
Seigaku vs. Josei Shonan
The second match of the Kanto Tournament is approaching, and Seigaku`s opponent is Josei Shonan Junior High a school known for its cutting-edge training methods.
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Episode 77
Fight of the Calm and the Passionate
Momoshiro and Inui are up against twin players from Josei Shonan in #2 doubles. Can Momoshiro control his quick temper and be a team player?
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Episode 78
Thunderbolt
Seigaku`s Golden Pair faces off against Josei Shonan`s largest and smallest players in #1 doubles. Will Oishi`s return to the court be enough to overcome their shocking team play?
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Episode 79
I formation
The intense #1 doubles match continues, but Seigaku’s Golden Pair has a long and challenging game ahead of them.
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Episode 80
Style of the Pretender
Kaido is up against the flashy Hiroshi Wakato of Josei Shonan in #3 singles. Will Kaido’s Snake be enough to beat this cunning opponent?
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Episode 81
Viper vs. Fake Viper
Wakato copies the style of one famous pro player after another and pushes Kaido to his limit. Will Kaido`s personal style be enough against an opponent who changes to counter his every move?
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Episode 82
Hanamura's Temptation
#3 singles continues into a 12-point tiebreak as Kaido faces his toughest opponent yet: himself! How will Kaido play against Wakato`s perfect copy of his own signature shot?
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Episode 83
The Best Masterpiece
Ryoma faces off against Josei Shonan`s enigmatic Reiji Shinjo. At first glance, Shinjo`s play looks average at best, but is there more to his shots than meets the eye?
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Episode 84
Deep Impulse
Shinjo begins to show his true colors in his match against Echizen. How will Echizen respond to Shinjo’s relentless attacks?
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Episode 85
The Result of the Deadly Duel
Echizen’s match with Shinjo comes to a close after a long and treacherous battle.
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Episode 86
High on Rhythm!
It`s the last quarterfinal of the Kanto Tournament, and Fudomine is up against Yamabuki, the #3 seed. Fudomine is just one win away from a shocking upset and a spot at Nationals. Can "Speed Ace" Kamio pull it off?
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Episode 87
Prince of Tennis Special! Part 01+02
The cast takes a break from the action to star in two comical shorts. First, young Ryoma sets out for the capital and has a series of strange encounters. Then, Inui`s glasses are missing, and only the Seishun PD can solve the case.
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Episode 89
Seigaku, Dadada Dan
Dan joins the Seigaku tennis club’s practice for the day and gets to play a match with Echizen.
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Episode 90
Cheap Housing Beach Volleyball
The Seigaku tennis club heads to the beach to train but find themselves waiting tables after losing their hotel voucher.
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Episode 91
Rokkaku's Freshman Captain
A chance meeting introduces the Seigaku regulars to their next opponents from Rokkaku Junior High. What will happen when Rokkaku`s unorthodox young captain challenges Ryoma to a friendly game?
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Episode 92
The Boy with the Long Racket
The Kanto Tournament semifinals kick off with a doubles match between Seigaku`s Momoshiro and Kawamura and Rokkaku`s Kurobane and Amane.
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Episode 93
Dash Hadokyu
#2 doubles continues as Momoshiro and Kawamura challenge Kurobane and Amane head-on with power tennis.
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Episode 94
The Secret Plan to Seal Kikumaru
The Kanto Tournament semifinals continues to #1 doubles with Kikumaru and Fuji versus Saeki and Itsuki of Rokkaku.
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Episode 95
Tsubame Gaeshi, Broken
#1 doubles continues as Fuji is forced to compensate for a winded Kikumaru. Does even a genius stand a chance playing two-against-one?
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Episode 96
Ryoma, Get Pumped!
It`s time for Ryoma`s rematch with Aoi, Rokkaku`s captain. A win means victory for Seigaku, but what can Ryoma do against an opponent who overwhelmed him so completely in a practice match?
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Episode 97
Finishing Smash
#3 singles resumes with the game count tied 4-4. Can Ryoma overcome the passionate Aoi and win the match for Seigaku?
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Episode 98
The Prince of Billiards
Seigaku decides to celebrate qualifying for the Kanto Tournament finals with another recreation tournament. This time, they’re playing billiards.
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Episode 99
The Cursed Racket
Echizen finds a beat-up racket in front of his house one day, and whoever holds it seems to have an unlucky encounter.
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Episode 100
Captain Oishi
As the finals of the Kanto Tournament loom closer, Oishi struggles with the pressure of his role as acting captain.
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Episode 101
Eat Rikkaidai
Kawamura reminds Echizen that he needs to use his Kawamura Sushi all-you-can-eat voucher before it expires, and the team ends up going along with him.
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Episode 102
Mizuki's Whispers
The Seigaku regulars are tense as their match against Rikkai approaches. An argument between Momoshiro and Kaido takes a serious turn when Hanamura and Mizuki appear with a surprising offer.
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Episode 103
Sleepless Night
The day before the Kanto Tournament finals, Ms. Ryuzaki gives the Seigaku regulars the afternoon off.
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Episode 104
Ryoma vs Sanada
It`s the day of the Kanto Tournament finals, but rain threatens to postpone the match. The Seigaku regulars are waiting for an official decision when their opponents pay them an unexpected visit.
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Episode 105
Ryoma Utterly Beaten
After challenging Sanada from Rikkai to a match, Ryoma’s been acting strangely at school and during tennis practice.
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Episode 106
Off To The Cottage!
With the Kanto Tournament finals postponed, Ms. Ryuzaki organizes a training camp to help the Seigaku regulars make the most of their extra week.
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Episode 107
The Captain Appears!
Ms. Ryuzaki invites an unexpected and unconventional new coach to help prepare Seigaku for their match against Rikkai.
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Episode 108
Surprise at Camp
At training camp, the first years go missing after hearing mysterious noises from the stockroom.
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Episode 109
Tennis Biathlon
As Seigaku`s training camp draws to a close, Oishi and Ms. Ryuzaki challenge the regulars to a new competition designed to test all the progress they`ve made.
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Episode 110
Jump, Kabaji!
The unofficial match between Seigaku and Hyotei begins. Inui is matched against the determined Hiyoshi, while Kikumaru faces off with the towering Kabaji. Can Kikumaru overcome such a massive physical disadvantage?
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Episode 111
Original Prodigy: Fuji Shūsuke
Fuji and Oshitari go head-to-head in a battle of the geniuses to prove who is stronger. Meanwhile, Shishido challenges Oishi to show that Seigaku is worthy of playing at the National Tournament finals.
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Episode 112
Hadōkyū vs Scud Serve
Kawamura is matched against Hyotei`s Otori. Kawamura`s powerful shots won`t help him if he can`t find a way to return Otori`s blazing-fast Scud Serve. Meanwhile, Momoshiro struggles against the acrobatic Oshitari.
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Episode 113
Atobe the Beautiful
In the final matches of training camp, it’s Echizen versus Atobe and Kaido versus Jiro. Will the Seigaku athletes’ efforts at training camp lead them to victory?
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Episode 114
Ryoma is Going!
As the match between Echizen and Atobe drags on, Atobe builds a seemingly insurmountable lead. Will Echizen be able to turn the tables on his opponent, and what will it cost him if he can?
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Episode 115
Baseball Game Filled With Men
It`s another double bill of comical scenarios. First, the Seigaku regulars face off against an all-star team of rivals in a baseball game. Then, in the Wild West, rumors of a legendary gunman draw the wealthy Don Atobe`s attention.
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Episode 116
Special: Seigaku vs Champion Rikkaidai! I'll be the One who'll Win!
With the Kanto Tournament finals just one day away, Seigaku returns from training camp. On his way home, Fuji discovers the secret about Rikkai’s captain.
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Episode 118
Battle Ceremony
The finals begin with #2 doubles, pitting Momoshiro and Kaido against Rikkai`s Bunta Marui and Jackal Kuwahara. Is there more to the Rikkai pair`s bizarre pre-match ritual than meets the eye?
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Episode 119
Tightrope Walking Doubles
The match between Momoshiro and Kaido versus Marui and Jackal continues, but Rikkai won’t even remove their wrist weights. Do Momoshiro and Kaido have what it takes to make Rikkai get serious?
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Episode 120
Kikumaru Was Read By Niou
With Rikkai already in the lead, Oishi and Kikumaru can`t afford to lose #1 doubles as well. After a confident start, however, the Golden Pair get a shock when their opponents begin to counter Kikumaru`s every move.
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Episode 121
Yagyuu's Decision
Oishi and Kikumaru`s teamwork is strained to the breaking point as Rikkai`s Nio and Yagyu win game after game. Is there anything that the Golden Pair can do to turn the match around?
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Episode 122
Inui Hollers
With two losses and zero wins, Seigaku remains in the Kanto Tournament by a thread. Can Inui beat Yanagi in #3 singles and allow Seigaku to stay in the tournament?
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Episode 123
Conclusion of the Remembered
Inui changes tactics, announcing that he won`t rely on data in his match against Yanagi. He starts to even the score, but can he go the distance with an unfamiliar playstyle?
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Episode 124
Kirihara's Red Trap
The Kanto Tournament finals continue with #2 singles. Fuji faces off against Akaya Kirihara, determined to avenge Tachibana`s ankle injury. But is even Fuji safe from Kirihara`s dangerous play?
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Episode 125
Angry Fuji
Though injured, Fuji presses on in his match against Kirihara. What Kirihara doesn’t realize is the fury building within Fuji that’s bound to be let loose.
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Episode 126
Clash! Ryoma vs Sanada
The Kanto Tournament finals are tied 2-2. #1 singles between Ryoma and Sanada will decide the championship. Will Ryoma`s week of training be enough to overcome an opponent who crushed him in their last encounter?
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Episode 127
Invisible Serve
Ryoma`s Cyclone Smash has given him the upper hand against Sanada, but the match remains anything but a foregone conclusion. Can Ryoma maintain his momentum long enough to triumph? And what else does Sanada have in store for him?
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Episode 128
Conclusion ~ Which One will Win?
The champions of the Kanto Tournament will be decided in the finale of this intense match between Echizen and Sanada.
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Episode 129
The Samurai's Ballad
The Echizen family reminisces over an old photo album, and Ryoma learns the story of how his parents first met while his father played tennis is the USA.
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Episode 130
We Want To See Tezuka!
With the Kanto Tournament behind them, the Seigaku regulars go to visit Tezuka in Germany. After reuniting with their captain, they decide to see the sights of Munich together.
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Episode 131
Never Give Up
The Seigaku regulars find Echizen playing tennis in Munich with a random stranger. She’s unexpectedly good for someone who’s had a few drinks.
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Episode 132
The Zany Teni-Puri Family
The cast take on new identities in two comical shorts about the everyday life of the Seishun family.
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Episode 133
The Best Sushi Chef in Japan
When Kawamura`s father injures his hand and has to hire a replacement sushi chef, Kawamura is forced to choose whether to prioritize tennis or sushi.
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Episode 134
My Prince
Fuji encounters a girl who claims that they are destined to be together. Despite her charms, she seems to be hiding something from him.
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Episode 135
Kikumaru's Summer Vacation
Kikumaru wins a visit from his favorite singers in a raffle. He wants to make sure everything is perfect for the big day, but he didn`t count on his teammates dropping in to hang out!
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Episode 136
Junior Selection Camp, Gathered
Kanto`s top junior high school tennis players assemble for a training camp. There, they will compete for spots on an all-star team to play against their American counterparts.
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Episode 137
The Member Who was not Trusted
One night, Kirihara looks beat up and everyone suspects that Kamio did it. All Kirihara will say is that Kamio wasn’t involved. If it wasn’t Kamio, then who was it?
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Episode 138
Ryoma vs Kirihara! Beyond Battle Rage
Kamio is still under suspicion, but when Ryoma challenges Kirihara to a match, the real question on everyone`s minds is whether the temperamental Rikkai player can curb his violent tendencies.
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Episode 139
Sengoku Kiyosumi Reborn
Ms. Ryuzaki is in the hospital and her students are at a loss, but Sengoku knows just what he wants: a rematch with Momoshiro. Will Momoshiro`s new skills be enough to beat the Yamabuki player again?
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Episode 140
Special: Welcome Back, Tezuka Kunimitsu
Without Ms. Ryuzaki there to guide her team, the group can’t agree on a plan of action. Out of the blue, Tezuka appears to give them a hand.
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Episode 142
The Boy who Came from America
Tezuka decides to split of two established doubles pairs, pitting Oishi and Shishido against Kikumaru and Otori. Meanwhile, a mysterious American boy is asking after Ryoma.
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Episode 143
Tezuka's Choice
The junior selection training camp is drawing to a close, so Tezuka must make the tough decision of who he will recommend for the team.
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Episode 144
Formation! A Dream Team
The junior selection camp is finally over, and the time has come to announce who will make the team. Meanwhile, Akutsu challenges Kevin to a match.
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Episode 145
Ryoma and Kevin
Kevin challenges Ryoma to a match, but Tezuka intervenes. Ryoma`s frustration grows as he realizes that not making the team has cost him a chance to play against this new rival.
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Episode 146
The American Team's Ambition
While the Seigaku regulars work to prepare Kikumaru, Fuji, and Echizen for the upcoming match, the US team holds a press conference to unveil their players.
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Episode 147
The Strongest! Atobe and Sanada
The day of the US-Japan junior selection tournament has arrived, starting with #2 doubles.
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Episode 148
Baker's Scenario
Atobe and Sanada`s #2 doubles continues as their American opponents reveal new skills that threaten to turn the tables. Will the Japanese pair`s lack of teamwork prove to be their Achilles` heel?
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Episode 149
Tango Towards Destruction
Atobe unveils a devastating new serve that shocks both his opponents and his teammates. But will it be enough to win the match? And why did he hold it in reserve for so long?
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Episode 150
Gorgeous Guys' Duo
The next match in the junior selection tournament features Kikumaru and Oshitari as they face off against the popular Griffey brothers in #1 doubles.
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Episode 151
Sorrowful Marionettes
As #1 doubles continues, US players Tom and Terry struggle with Coach Baker`s demand that they throw the match.
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Episode 152
Bobby Max The Beast
With both doubles matches concluded, the junior selection tournament moves on to #3 singles, where Sengoku faces the massive Bobby Max. Will Sengoku`s luck and newfound boxing prowess be enough to overcome his physical disadvantage?
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Episode 153
A Battle to the Limits
Sengoku’s match against Bobby continues in the heated #3 singles match. Though both prove to have superb stamina, who will be the last one standing?
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Episode 154
Special: The Prodigy Vs Tennis Machine
As #2 singles begins, the score is still tied 1-1. Unless Fuji defeats his opponent, Arnold "the Tennis Machine" Ignishov, the Japanese team can`t win. But as Fuji prepares for his match, he receives an unexpected visitor.
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Episode 156
Who Will Play?
The long-awaited #1 singles begins soon. Did the coaches choose Echizen or Kirihara to play this critical match?
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Episode 157
The Phantom Ball that Vanished
Kirihara seems to have Kevin on the ropes thanks to his unpredictable Phantom Ball technique, but a shoulder injury may cost him everything. Can Kirihara hold out long enough to finish #1 singles, let alone win it?
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Episode 158
The Long Awaited Confrontation – Ryoma vs. Kevin
With Kirihara too injured to play, it falls to Ryoma to continue #1 singles. How will Ryoma fare against an opponent who has been training purely to defeat him?
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Episode 159
Illusion
The contest for #1 singles continues with Kevin and Echizen neck and neck. It turns out that Kevin has something up his sleeve and can do more than copy Echizen’s moves.
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Episode 160
Game and Match
The tournament comes to a thrilling conclusion as both Ryoma and Kevin tap into their hidden potential in a hard-fought tiebreak. Who will emerge the victor?
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Episode 161
Run, Momo!
With the junior selection behind them, Ryoma and Momoshiro take a break from tennis to hang out and have fun. But when they decide to grab lunch, a challenge from a devious restaurateur could spell disaster.
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Episode 162
The Golden Pair's Memories
When Oishi and Kikumaru find out that the park’s old shipping container will soon be removed, they reminisce about when they first met and how they came to be doubles partners.
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Episode 163
Kaidoh's Unknown World
When an accident during practice gives Kaido amnesia, the Seigaku regulars scramble for a solution.
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Episode 164
Seigaku's Shocking Secret Plans
Ms. Ryuzaki`s hospital stay is finally at an end, and the Seigaku tennis club decides to throw a surprise party for her. But will the players be able to hide their preparations from their coach`s watchful eyes?
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Episode 165
The Tenipuri Family Goes to Hawaii?! – Christmas at the Tenipuri Family
We follow the Tenipuri family as they win a trip to Hawaii and prepare for the upcoming Christmas season.
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Episode 166
Seigaku's Specialty, again
It`s time for another round of school rankings, and positions as regulars in Nationals are riding on the outcome! All the current Seigaku regulars are determined to keep their spots, but competition is fierce.
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Episode 167
Eternal Rivals, Momoshiro Vs. Kaidoh
The ranking matches continue as Momoshiro and Kaido square off. There are three regulars in their block, and only two will keep their spots, so the longtime rivals are more determined than ever.
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Episode 168
Ryoma's Decision
Inoue and Shiba receive official word that Echizen will play in the US Open, but Echizen has no clue that he’s been entered. Meanwhile in school ranking tournament, Inui and Kikumaru square off for the top spot in their block.
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Episode 170
Be Passionate, Echizen!
Ryoma`s next ranking match is against Momoshiro. Momoshiro is determined to be at his best to face his friend, but Ryoma seems distracted.
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Episode 171
To my Dear Friend
Echizen isn’t his usual self during his match with Momoshiro and suddenly requests to forfeit the match, leaving Momoshiro angry and confused.
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Episode 172
Goodbye Seigaku
As Ryoma`s departure for the US Open approaches, his friends at Seigaku decide to each give him a going away present. How will they send him off?
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Episode 173
Samurai in New York
Kevin shows Ryoma around New York City in advance of the US Open. While visiting a tennis court, the pair fall afoul of some local tough guys.
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Episode 174
Tezuka Kunimitsu Vs. Fuji Syusuke
Tezuka and Fuji are slotted to play each other on the final day of the school ranking matches. Who is the stronger player of the two?
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Episode 175
Seriousness in the Third Year
The ranking match between Fuji and Tezuka continues as Fuji unleashes his Triple Counters. Will Fuji`s signature moves stand up to Tezuka`s skill, or will her be forced to rise to new heights if he hopes to win?
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Episode 176
Climax
The match between Tezuka and Fuji reaches a fever pitch as both players draw on strength they didn`t know they had. What will the competition bring to light about their relationship?
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Episode 177
Goodbye, Prince
Echizen is doing well in the qualifying matches of the US Open, but something still feels off to him.
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Episode 179
A Day on Survival Mountain
Characters
Voice Actors
Junko Minagawa (japanese)
Ryoma Echizen
Main
Voice Actors
Ryoutarou Okiayu (japanese)
Kunimitsu Tezuka
Main
Voice Actors
Takayuki Kondou (japanese)
Shuichiro Oishi
Main
Voice Actors
Yuki Kaida (japanese)
Shuusuke Fuji
Main
Voice Actors
Hiroki Takahashi (japanese)
Eiji Kikumaru
Main
Voice Actors
Naru Kawamoto (japanese)
Takashi Kawamura
Main
Staff
Takeshi Konomi
Original Creator
Takayuki Hamana
Director
Atsuhiro Tomioka
Series Composition
Akiharu Ishii
Character Design
Yukiko Nojiri
Editing
Takuya Hiramitsu
Sound Director
Comments
Information
Aired
Oct 09, 2001
to Mar 22, 2005
Season
FALL 2001
Source
Unknown
Format
Unknown
Studios
Production I.G
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SUMMARY
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