Episode
Ahiru no Sora: The Best Start and the Worst Start
Overview
As Kitasumi High gets serious, Nao unveils Kuzu High’s super secret defense strategy. It’s time to knock out the competition — and Sora is the key to victory.
Details
- Series
- Ahiru no Sora
- Season
- Season 1
- Episode
- Episode 16
- Air date
- 2020-01-22
- Runtime
- 24 min
Episode context
The Best Start and the Worst Start is Episode 16 in Season 1 of Ahiru no Sora. It aired on 2020-01-22. The runtime is 24 min.
Previous / Next
Episode 15: The Boys’ Spirit
The players of Kuzu High have just one practice game to prove they’re worth taking seriously. Has their training camp paid off, or will Kitasumi High dominate the court?
Episode 17: Versus
Although guarding Taro is exhausting, Sora’s intense eyes make it clear that he’s ready to face the challenge head on. But can Chucky say the same when he takes to the court?
More episodes from this season
Episode 14: Towards Victory
It’s hard to stay motivated when the inter-high tournament is so far away, but Nao has a plan to keep the team on its toes. First item on the agenda: learning how to screen.
Episode 18: Now…
With Sora on the sidelines, Tobi becomes the target of Kitasumi High’s latest defense strategy: the insidious 2-2-1 zone press.
Episode 13: Differing Enthusiasm
True passion for the game drives players like Sora to succeed. But can passion for basketball be taught — especially to players still new to the sport?
Episode 19: Higher Than Anyone
Dedication. Perseverance. Commitment. These are the qualities that make a basketball champion — and thanks to Konishi, Momoharu isn’t sure if he possesses any of them.
Episode 12: Team
When Nao abruptly resigns as manager, Sora learns that there is more to her basketball background than meets the eye. Later, the need for team funds rears its expensive head.
Episode 20: Last Play
As Sora steps into the role of pointguard, Chiaki steps into the spotlight. The fate of the game hangs in the balance, but will their change-up lead to victory or defeat?
Episode 11: The Boys’ Stubbornness and Girls’ Pride
Winning the match against the girls’ team should be a piece of cake, but Nao’s tactical abilities — not to mention the value of teamwork — shouldn’t be taken lightly.
Episode 21: Tears
A final shot will decide the fate of the match against Kitasumiyoshi High. As the dust settles, Madoka makes a difficult decision.
Episode 10: Manager
All Sora wanted was to get his "wings" repaired. He didn’t count on getting a super cute, super clumsy team manager in the bargain.
Episode 22: The Last Piece
The school basketball tournament pits teammate against teammate. As Sora and Tobi face off, a towering new player steps onto the court.