About this season
Honda Goro the son of a famous baseball player loves nothing more than baseball itself. His biggest dream is to show his father that he can become the best pitcher in the world despite all the hardships he had to endure he keeps on running towards his goal at full speed.
Episodes (26)
1. To the Home of Baseball
Aired 5 January 2008 • 25 min
Goro's luggage is stolen at the airport in Los Angeles. He then receives help from Hayato, a Japanese citizen also trying out for the major leagues.
2. Tryouts
Aired 12 January 2008 • 25 min
Goro and Hayato both pass the first test at tryouts. For the second test, the rookies must stage a come-from-behind victory against a Single-A team.
3. I'll Do It!
Aired 19 January 2008 • 25 min
Hayato's hit leads to two runs, but Nick's selfish play puts the team's comeback effort in jeopardy. A blister causes Goro to struggle with pitching.
4. This is Major!
Aired 26 January 2008 • 25 min
Goro is given a chance at a roster spot in the majors with the Salmons. He quickly gets into a scuffle during practice with the Salmons' ace pitcher.
5. Guide to the World
Aired 2 February 2008 • 25 min
After realizing how much he needs to improve,Goro gets off to a strong start pitching in his first major league exhibition game.
6. Unforgivable!!
Aired 9 February 2008 • 25 min
In his first Triple-A game, Goro throws off the Falcons with his new curve-ball, but it doesn't work for long. He then faces an unexpected opponent.
7. Courage, full score!
Aired 16 February 2008 • 25 min
Goro tries out for the Memphis Bats after being released by the Cougars. He runs into a Japanese girl at the airport, and his luggage is stolen again.
8. Debut!
Aired 23 February 2008 • 25 min
Alice convinces Goro to serve as the Bats' closer. In Japan, the number one draft pick Toshiya Sato draws attention in the Warriors' game.
9. Challenger
Aired 1 March 2008 • 25 min
Toshiya's confidence suffers an unexpected blow during the game, but his coach still decides to start him in the exhibition match.
10. It's Not Impossible
Aired 8 March 2008 • 25 min
Goro is adapting to life in America. Meanwhile in Japan, the Seishu High graduates reflect on their time spent with Goro and take their next steps.
11. Try and aim for it
Aired 15 March 2008 • 25 min
The Bats start the season with the worst record in the division. Moved by Sanders' desire to win a championship, Goro tries motivating his teammates.
12. Liar!
Aired 22 March 2008 • 25 min
The Bats rise to second in the division. Now playing baseball in college, Komori serves as a substitute coach for a Little League team.
13. A Stupid Bet
Aired 29 March 2008 • 25 min
Goro racks up 19 saves as the Bats rise to the top of their division. The team gets a new player, and the coach demotes Sanders to the bench.
14. Keene's Past
Aired 5 April 2008 • 25 min
The Bats are winning, but Goro is unsatisfied with Keene's style of play. Alice explains Keene's behavior by talking about an event in his past.
15. Hero
Aired 22 March 2008 • 25 min
Sanders replaces Keene in the starting lineup for the first time in a while, but his rusty play results in snapping the Bats' winning streak.
16. I'm fed up!
Aired 19 April 2008 • 25 min
The summer high school baseball tournament has begun. Now captain of Seishu High, Taiga is annoyed by the behavior of his team during training.
17. Where to Aim
Aired 22 March 2008 • 25 min
Goro and the Bats hit a rough patch, so his teammates invite him on a drive to cheer him up. Shimizu's friends try jump-starting her love life.
18. Alice's Dream, Everyone's Dream
Aired 3 May 2008 • 25 min
Alice visits her grandfather in hospital. He seems healthy, but his condition suddenly turns serious after the Bats suffer a humiliating home loss.
19. Responsibility
Aired 10 May 2008 • 25 min
After the Bats make the playoffs, six players including Goro and Keene are called up to the majors. Goro has mixed feelings about his promotion.
20. Get out!
Aired 17 May 2008 • 25 min
The Bats win their series against the Sharks to advance to the finals, where they will face the Falcons -- and the indomitable Gibson Jr.
21. Trouble from the Start
Aired 24 May 2008 • 25 min
The first game of the finals begins. Driven by their bet, Goro and Gibson Jr. both give it their all. The Bats fall behind in the first inning.
22. The Single Ball of Fate
Aired 31 May 2008 • 25 min
Goro's hand injury causes him to lose control over his pitching. After he unintentionally walks consecutive batters, Gibson Jr. steps up to the plate.
23. One More Deciding Match
Aired 7 June 2008 • 25 min
Star rookies Toshiya and Mayumura face off in the finals in Japan. Toshiya is in low spirits after his team suffers consecutive losses.
24. A Great Man
Aired 14 June 2008 • 25 min
Gibson Jr.'s unfinished business with Goro causes him to struggle in the majors -- until he sees the news that Goro has returned from injury.
25. A Truly Worthy Rival
Aired 21 June 2008 • 25 min
In the championship-deciding game, Goro gets a chance at bat with a runner on base. To his disappointment, he is told to make a sacrificial bunt.
26. An Oath
Aired 28 June 2008 • 25 min
The final game goes to extra innings. In the bottom of the 10th inning, Goro and Gibson Jr. have one last showdown to decide the champion.