Ep 5. Can I Borrow a Pot?

In Cross Game Season 1 Episode 5, titled "Can I Borrow a Pot?", we see Ko and Aoba continuing to build their relationship as they compete for a spot on the high school baseball team. Ko shows Aoba some of the baseball techniques he learned from his father, but Aoba doesn't seem impressed.

Meanwhile, Ko's sister Wakaba is still mourning the loss of her friend, Momiji, who died in a recent accident. Wakaba is determined to keep Momiji's memory alive by participating in a pot-making competition that Momiji was planning to enter. Wakaba asks Akaishi to lend her a pot to use in the competition, but he refuses.

As Wakaba struggles to find a pot, Ko and Aoba continue to practice their baseball skills. In a game against another local team, Ko impresses everyone with his pitching abilities, but Aoba is still struggling to find her footing.

Back in school, Wakaba's pot-making competition is in full swing. Despite her lack of experience, Wakaba is determined to win in honor of her friend Momiji. During the competition, Akaishi realizes how much Wakaba is struggling and decides to lend her the pot she needs to complete her entry.

In the end, Wakaba's entry wins the competition, much to the delight of her classmates. Aoba is still struggling with her baseball skills, though, and Ko is worried about her. However, Aoba tells him that she's not giving up and will keep working until she improves.

Overall, "Can I Borrow a Pot?" is a touching episode that highlights the power of friendship and the importance of perseverance. The characters' determination to succeed, despite their struggles, is truly inspiring and makes this episode a must-watch for any fan of Cross Game.