Ep 12. Cheer Pressure

Ash, Pikachu and the gang arrive at a new town and find out that the annual cheerleader competition is set to place in a few days. Ash and friends are intrigued by the competition and decide to check it out. They are soon caught up in the excitement, as cheerleaders from all over the region gather to compete for the coveted title of Cheerleader Champion.

Ash notices that one team, the Squirtle Squad, seems to be struggling and decides to lend a hand. He discovers that the team's captain, a young boy named Adam, is feeling the pressure to win and has lost his confidence. Ash offers to help the team practice and offers words of encouragement to Adam.

Meanwhile, Team Rocket has also set their sights on the cheerleading competition and plan to disrupt it in order to steal Pikachu. They come up with various schemes, including disguising themselves as cheerleaders and using a fake Pikachu to distract the crowd. However, their plans are thwarted each time by Ash and his friends.

As the competition draws near, tensions rise and the pressure becomes too much for Adam. He starts to doubt himself and his abilities as a leader. However, Ash and friends rally around him and help him regain his confidence.

The day of the competition arrives, and the Squirtle Squad gives an impressive performance. However, a mishap occurs when Team Rocket tries to intervene and steal Pikachu, causing chaos on the field. In the end, the Squirtle Squad is declared the winner, with Adam receiving the award for best captain.

Cheer Pressure is a heartwarming episode that showcases the importance of perseverance and team spirit. The characters learn the value of supporting each other through difficult times and the power of positive thinking. With exciting cheerleading performances and a thrilling showdown with Team Rocket, this episode is sure to entertain fans of all ages.