The middle schoolers participate in a series of court 2 & 3 intersquad matches to determine which group is stronger. After, they divide up in their rooms and unite with old friends. Akaya tells his silent roommates stories about fallen soldiers. Fuji and his roommates excitedly discuss the potted plants they brought. The Golden Pair starts a pillow fight. Meanwhile, Sanada meets with Coach Mifune and is told to take advantage of something about to come. 20 players known as the First Stringers are returning from their month long tour and are about to take the camp's intensity to a new level.