Eleventh‑grade student Eitiro Maruo is a top all‑rounder, accustomed to acting according to the laws of logic and common sense. But Maruo is not a frail "bookworm"; he"s a normal guy, and when he learned that the beautiful Natsu Takasaki from the neighboring class was a member of the South Tennis Club, he signed up there too, telling himself that "a man must always be in shape." Soon E‑san realized that Natsu is a simple, upbeat girl, a tennis fan and herself a pretty good player. How can you impress a friend if you"re not Pete Sampras, while the opponents have been swinging racquets for years? It"s very simple – on the court you must work not only with your feet but also with your head! Tennis is compared to chess for good reason – on the world stage there have always been players who meticulously analyze their opponents" technique and psychology, often winning even before stepping onto the court. Eitiro found his path and began keeping records of opponents" styles and tactics. Wise coach Miura, from the very first matches, realized that the newcomer has a keen eye; he can quickly "read the game" and learn literally on the fly. Determination is there, all that remains is to build "physique," accumulate experience, and victories will come. Becoming the prince of tennis may be late for a hero, but for love you can become king right away.
Studio Pierrot Japan