Under Ginga's tuition, Mimi's team manages to lead up to Tomoka's team, but the others manage hold their ground and win the game. Later Ginga compliments Mimi's team for their efforts, much to Natsuhi's surprise, even after Aoi becomes the fifth years' coach after seeng her talent in basketball. On next day Tomoka invites Subaru to her birthday party on weekend, so after school he asks Aoi to help him pick up a gift for Tomoka, to which Aoi unhappily agreed. During the party, the girls insisted to let the birthday girl (Tomoka) to sit on Subaru's lap, much to the later's embarrassment. Later Tomoka receives gifts from everyone: from Maho, Saki, Hinata and Airi - a basketball ball; from Aoi - a head ribbon; and from Subaru - a towel, which Tomoka accepts. Also on next day, Subura gives Tomoka another gift - a chance for both of them to master the "scoop shot" (or "floater") technique, and they happily have a training session like always.