Gorou Honda has finally come back to Mifune East Junior High School, catching his friends off guard when he arrives. Now, Gorou is once more in the company of those he values most, and he works hard to keep playing and enjoying the sport he loves above all else. Yet, events do not unfold as intended, since Gorou is confronted with the tough truths of baseball while dealing with an injury he picked up playing for Hitaka Little. Amidst new competitors, former friends, and the task of repairing fractured bonds, Gorou must surmount obstacles he has never encountered before. His aim of getting into the prestigious Kaido baseball high school might be within his grasp, but tangled situations could halt his progress once more. How will he handle the heavy demands of the game? And will he ever manage to discover the kind of baseball he cherishes most?