Ace — 9 : A Toss To The

: The episode is available on platforms like Crunchyroll .

: The climax features a powerful scene where Sugawara sets the ball for Asahi. Although Asahi's first spike is blocked, Nishinoya saves it with his foot, and Asahi calls for the toss again, successfully breaking through the wall and reclaiming his role as the Ace. Production Information Director/Writer : Based on the manga by Haruichi Furudate.

: Keishin Ukai officially begins his role as the team's coach and organizes a practice match against the "Neighborhood Association" team to evaluate the current players. 9 : A Toss to the Ace

(Japanese: エースへのトス, Ēsu e no Tosu ) is the 9th episode of the first season of the popular sports anime series Haikyuu!! .

Originally aired on , it covers chapters 19 through 21 of the manga. The episode is widely considered a pivotal emotional turning point for the Karasuno High School volleyball team as it focuses on the return of their "Ace," Asahi Azumane . Key Plot Points : The episode is available on platforms like Crunchyroll

: Asahi Azumane, who had quit the team after a traumatizing loss where all his spikes were blocked by Date Tech, is encouraged to join the practice match.

: The opening theme is "Imagination" by SPYAIR , and the ending theme is "Tenchi Gaeshi" by NICO Touches the Walls . Production Information Director/Writer : Based on the manga

: The episode explores the rift between Asahi and the team's libero, Yu Nishinoya , who was previously suspended for an outburst related to Asahi's departure. Their "bromance" is restored as they realize they need each other to succeed on the court.