Tsubasa and Nankatsu start preparing for their third National Championship, feeling confident from their previous two years. But Urabe and Nitta challenge Tsubasa with an intimidating display of strength.
After years of rehabilitating his heart, Misugi is finally allowed to play one half per game. But to realize his dream of facing Tsubasa once more, he first has to overcome Toho and Hyuga.
After the conclusion of the competitions in each prefecture, champion teams start their preparations for the national tournament. But on the opening day, shocking news from Toho academy takes everyone by surprise.