Whistle! · Episode 18: You’ve gotta believe in yourself
You’ve gotta believe in yourself
2002-09-0225 min
1Break Through The Wall2002-05-0625 minKazamatsuri Shou starts at Sakura Josui Junior High School after transferring from soccer powerhouse Musashi no Mori. At his prior school, he was relegated to the third string due to his height, and he hoped that the transfer would increase his odds of actually getting to play. A misunderstanding at the new school led to the team believing he had been a regular at his previous school. Since he had had little opportunity there to practice anything but juggling the ball, these false expectations would lead to the worst possible introduction. Will Shou be able to pursue his soccer dreams in face…
2Run With Teammates2002-05-1325 minThe Sakura Josui soccer team captain, who believes there is little point in striving for victory when the school is in the same division as the famed Musashi no Mori, has set an uninspired pace for the team. Mizuno Tatsuya, who has learned of Kazamatsuri Shou's resolve to succeed at soccer, sees an opportunity to turn things around. Shou's days of tenacious practice on his own may be at an end as Mizuno chooses him as one of his teammates in a challenge for the position of captain. Can Shou overcome his disastrous introduction at Sakura Josui to gain the trust of his new teammates?
3Hit The Goal2002-05-2025 minAfter an intense week of practice on the part of Mizuno's challengers, it is time for the 5x5 match which will decide the future direction of the Sakara Josui soccer team. A victory will establish Mizuno as captain, but a loss will result in the current captain kicking him off the roster of the regulars. When the captain's team of regulars realizes that Mizuno's team of neglected subs are no longer the pushovers they expected to face, how will they respond to the challenge?
4Never Give Up On The Future2002-05-2725 minNot everyone in the club shares Mizuno and Kazamatsuri's desire to work to improve at soccer. With Mizuno becoming captain, regulars quit and pressure other members to resign. Kazamatsuri, who has sacrificed so much to pursue his desire to play the game he loves, can't leave the ones who left alone.
5Gotta Be The Forward2002-06-0325 minThe starting matches for the district preliminaries are chosen and Sakura Josui's first opponent is... Musashi no Mori! Mizuno has two weeks to organize his fledgling team so it can face the premiere soccer team in the district. Responding to Yamaguchi Santa's challenge for the position of forward, Shige sets up a competition that will force any potential forwards to earn the position the hard way.
6Venge Forward2002-06-1025 minAs the time for the match against Musashi no Mori arrives, the team is surprised to see that Musashi no Mori coach Kirihara has abandoned the practice of fielding their second team for a match like this. Bringing his first string players, he intends to crush Sakura Josui, to show Mizuno that his talent is wasted at that school. In his focus on Mizuno, however, the coach disregards Kazamatsuri, whose experience at Musashi no Mori has given him great insight into how that team works.
7Vor!2002-06-1725 minThe first half of the match ends with Sakura Josui trailing 2 to 0. Even if the Sakura Josui team can get their feet under them again, what can they do to avoid a repetition in the second half? When some strategy help comes from a very unexpected source, it will be up to the team to make that strategy a reality. In the midst of all this, Kazamatsuri is confronted by a student from Musashi no Mori that he parted with on bad terms.
8Catch The Last Pass2002-06-2425 minSakura Josui has scored, thanks to the demanding pace that the players have set for themselves. As they strive to score again, however, this strategy threatens to leave them at the mercy of their opponents... will injuries and exhaustion leave them with regrets?
9Leap Over The Wall2002-07-0125 minWith the final minutes of the game ticking away, the Sakura Josui players dig deep to summon the determination to keep moving forward. To give their all in a game that they love lets them tap unexpected reserves, but will it be enough? And, what awaits them after such a game?
10Grab A Position On The Team2002-07-0825 minKazamatsuri makes a remarkable new acquaintance in a remarkable way. But, to Fuwa Daichi, the biggest mystery is Kazamatsuri's enthusiasm for soccer, and Fuwa is not one to let a mystery remain unsolved. Meanwhile, the team advisor, Katori, realizing her limits as a coach, tracks down Matsushita Soujyou, who had been so much help to the team in the break between the halves of their game with Musashi no Mori. Despite his obvious interest in the team, something drives him to decline the offer to become their coach.
11Back To The Field2002-07-1525 minIn this episode, a number of people are forced to face the barriers that are keeping them from participating in soccer. The catalyst for these events is Katori-sensei spacing out and scheduling an unexpected practice match with another school before the team has had a chance to reorganize. With the team short-handed, Kazamatsuri drafts Kojima, the team's manager, to play, but her presence ends up being disruptive to the other team, who are uncomfortable playing rough with a female player. Another surprise at the game leads Matsushita, the man Katori has been trying to convince to coach the…
12Make A Way2002-07-2225 minWith a new coach, everything is up in the air. When Matsushita devotes six days to having all the players participate in matches so he can learn more about their abilities, it drives all the players to chase for positions on the first string. But, new opportunities would come at a cost to former first stringers. Will those who become subs end up driving themselves away from the game? Next up for the team is the camp, which should give all the players, subs as well as regulars, a chance to develop their soccer.
13Find Your Own Path2002-07-2925 minIt is back to Kokubu 2nd Middle School for another practice match. The last match, which was awkwardly-timed, ended in a draw, but this one finds both teams much better prepared. However, the interplay between the two teams ends up revolving around the appearance of a powerful player who enters the game in its second half.
14Run Over The Tears2002-08-0525 minAs the Sakura Josui players realize the weaknesses that Tenjou Ryoichi has, and seal his style of soccer, how will he respond? In developing his powerful skill, he lost sight of why he started playing at all. At the same time, the presence of such a skilled player reminds Kazamatsuri of how high the wall is for someone who dreams of becoming a pro.
15Go For The Ball2002-08-1225 minSakura Josui gets a surprise visit from Musashi no Mori's ace forward, Fujishiro Seiji, who expressed his hopes that Kazamatsuri's team would win all the way through the Summer tournament, so the two teams can face each other in the finals. His excitement for soccer is so evident that he slips right in with the team and spends the afternoon with them. Later, Kazamatsuri's evening practice drills are interrupted by another visitor... Houma, the former Sakura Josui team captain! Next the team plays in the first match of the Summer tournament, against the No. 1 Wakisaka Middle School team, who…
16Let’s Beat’em With Teamwork2002-08-1925 min
17Let It Go2002-08-2625 min
18You’ve gotta believe in yourself2002-09-0225 min19Understanding one another2002-09-0725 min
20Feel my friends pain / Blast away the nightmare2002-09-1625 min
21Always Run Ahead2002-09-2325 min
22Fly With Your Friends2002-09-3025 min
23Pursue The Palpitation2002-10-0725 min
24Aim for the World2002-10-1425 min
25Break Trough Their Flat 32002-10-1725 min
26See the father at the shoot2002-10-2825 min
27Take a chance on the unknown2002-11-0425 min
28Beat Your Rival2002-11-1125 min
29Never Regret - Show As All Your Power!2002-11-1825 min
30Control the game - Give him good passes!2002-11-2525 min
31Sharpen Your Skill2002-12-0225 min
32Find Your Way Out2002-12-0925 min
33Back to Origin2002-12-1625 min
34Be the Wind2002-12-2325 min
35Brand New Tomorrow - Journey to Tomorrow!2003-01-0625 min
36Look at This Uniform - Live Up to This Uniform!2003-01-1325 min
37Enjoy a Game2003-01-2025 min
38Get a Chance - Create a Chance!2003-01-2725 min
39Whistle for the Victory - Listen to the Victory Whistle!2003-02-0325 min
2Run With Teammates2002-05-1325 minThe Sakura Josui soccer team captain, who believes there is little point in striving for victory when the school is in the same division as the famed Musashi no Mori, has set an uninspired pace for the team. Mizuno Tatsuya, who has learned of Kazamatsuri Shou's resolve to succeed at soccer, sees an opportunity to turn things around. Shou's days of tenacious practice on his own may be at an end as Mizuno chooses him as one of his teammates in a challenge for the position of captain. Can Shou overcome his disastrous introduction at Sakura Josui to gain the trust of his new teammates?3Hit The Goal2002-05-2025 minAfter an intense week of practice on the part of Mizuno's challengers, it is time for the 5x5 match which will decide the future direction of the Sakara Josui soccer team. A victory will establish Mizuno as captain, but a loss will result in the current captain kicking him off the roster of the regulars. When the captain's team of regulars realizes that Mizuno's team of neglected subs are no longer the pushovers they expected to face, how will they respond to the challenge?4Never Give Up On The Future2002-05-2725 minNot everyone in the club shares Mizuno and Kazamatsuri's desire to work to improve at soccer. With Mizuno becoming captain, regulars quit and pressure other members to resign. Kazamatsuri, who has sacrificed so much to pursue his desire to play the game he loves, can't leave the ones who left alone.5Gotta Be The Forward2002-06-0325 minThe starting matches for the district preliminaries are chosen and Sakura Josui's first opponent is... Musashi no Mori! Mizuno has two weeks to organize his fledgling team so it can face the premiere soccer team in the district. Responding to Yamaguchi Santa's challenge for the position of forward, Shige sets up a competition that will force any potential forwards to earn the position the hard way.6Venge Forward2002-06-1025 minAs the time for the match against Musashi no Mori arrives, the team is surprised to see that Musashi no Mori coach Kirihara has abandoned the practice of fielding their second team for a match like this. Bringing his first string players, he intends to crush Sakura Josui, to show Mizuno that his talent is wasted at that school. In his focus on Mizuno, however, the coach disregards Kazamatsuri, whose experience at Musashi no Mori has given him great insight into how that team works.7Vor!2002-06-1725 minThe first half of the match ends with Sakura Josui trailing 2 to 0. Even if the Sakura Josui team can get their feet under them again, what can they do to avoid a repetition in the second half? When some strategy help comes from a very unexpected source, it will be up to the team to make that strategy a reality. In the midst of all this, Kazamatsuri is confronted by a student from Musashi no Mori that he parted with on bad terms.8Catch The Last Pass2002-06-2425 minSakura Josui has scored, thanks to the demanding pace that the players have set for themselves. As they strive to score again, however, this strategy threatens to leave them at the mercy of their opponents... will injuries and exhaustion leave them with regrets?9Leap Over The Wall2002-07-0125 minWith the final minutes of the game ticking away, the Sakura Josui players dig deep to summon the determination to keep moving forward. To give their all in a game that they love lets them tap unexpected reserves, but will it be enough? And, what awaits them after such a game?10Grab A Position On The Team2002-07-0825 minKazamatsuri makes a remarkable new acquaintance in a remarkable way. But, to Fuwa Daichi, the biggest mystery is Kazamatsuri's enthusiasm for soccer, and Fuwa is not one to let a mystery remain unsolved. Meanwhile, the team advisor, Katori, realizing her limits as a coach, tracks down Matsushita Soujyou, who had been so much help to the team in the break between the halves of their game with Musashi no Mori. Despite his obvious interest in the team, something drives him to decline the offer to become their coach.11Back To The Field2002-07-1525 minIn this episode, a number of people are forced to face the barriers that are keeping them from participating in soccer. The catalyst for these events is Katori-sensei spacing out and scheduling an unexpected practice match with another school before the team has had a chance to reorganize. With the team short-handed, Kazamatsuri drafts Kojima, the team's manager, to play, but her presence ends up being disruptive to the other team, who are uncomfortable playing rough with a female player. Another surprise at the game leads Matsushita, the man Katori has been trying to convince to coach the…12Make A Way2002-07-2225 minWith a new coach, everything is up in the air. When Matsushita devotes six days to having all the players participate in matches so he can learn more about their abilities, it drives all the players to chase for positions on the first string. But, new opportunities would come at a cost to former first stringers. Will those who become subs end up driving themselves away from the game? Next up for the team is the camp, which should give all the players, subs as well as regulars, a chance to develop their soccer.13Find Your Own Path2002-07-2925 minIt is back to Kokubu 2nd Middle School for another practice match. The last match, which was awkwardly-timed, ended in a draw, but this one finds both teams much better prepared. However, the interplay between the two teams ends up revolving around the appearance of a powerful player who enters the game in its second half.14Run Over The Tears2002-08-0525 minAs the Sakura Josui players realize the weaknesses that Tenjou Ryoichi has, and seal his style of soccer, how will he respond? In developing his powerful skill, he lost sight of why he started playing at all. At the same time, the presence of such a skilled player reminds Kazamatsuri of how high the wall is for someone who dreams of becoming a pro.15Go For The Ball2002-08-1225 minSakura Josui gets a surprise visit from Musashi no Mori's ace forward, Fujishiro Seiji, who expressed his hopes that Kazamatsuri's team would win all the way through the Summer tournament, so the two teams can face each other in the finals. His excitement for soccer is so evident that he slips right in with the team and spends the afternoon with them. Later, Kazamatsuri's evening practice drills are interrupted by another visitor... Houma, the former Sakura Josui team captain! Next the team plays in the first match of the Summer tournament, against the No. 1 Wakisaka Middle School team, who…16Let’s Beat’em With Teamwork2002-08-1925 min17Let It Go2002-08-2625 min18You’ve gotta believe in yourself2002-09-0225 min19Understanding one another2002-09-0725 min20Feel my friends pain / Blast away the nightmare2002-09-1625 min21Always Run Ahead2002-09-2325 min22Fly With Your Friends2002-09-3025 min23Pursue The Palpitation2002-10-0725 min24Aim for the World2002-10-1425 min25Break Trough Their Flat 32002-10-1725 min26See the father at the shoot2002-10-2825 min27Take a chance on the unknown2002-11-0425 min28Beat Your Rival2002-11-1125 min29Never Regret - Show As All Your Power!2002-11-1825 min30Control the game - Give him good passes!2002-11-2525 min31Sharpen Your Skill2002-12-0225 min32Find Your Way Out2002-12-0925 min33Back to Origin2002-12-1625 min34Be the Wind2002-12-2325 min35Brand New Tomorrow - Journey to Tomorrow!2003-01-0625 min36Look at This Uniform - Live Up to This Uniform!2003-01-1325 min37Enjoy a Game2003-01-2025 min38Get a Chance - Create a Chance!2003-01-2725 min39Whistle for the Victory - Listen to the Victory Whistle!2003-02-0325 min
Whistle!★ 69%Synopsis
Kazamatsuri Shou's dream has always been to become a professional soccer player, but he has one problem: he's not very good at the game. He was accepted to the prestigious Musashi no Mori Junior High, known for its top rate soccer team, but he was never able to rise beyond the rank of third stringer. After transferring to Sakura Jousui Junior High, he can finally play soccer. And, with the support of his new friends and teammates, his strong determination, and lots of hard work, his soccer skills are developing rapidly and setting Shou well on his way to achieving his dream. (Source: Anime News Network)
Characters & Voice Actors
Tsubasa ShiinaMain
Chieko HiguchiJP
Tatsuya MizunoMain
Takeshi MaedaJP
Shigeki SatouMain
Hidenobu KiuchiJP
Shou KazamatsuriMain
Minako KomukaiJP
Daichi FuwaMain
Kouhei KiyasuJP
Naoki InoueSupporting
Katashi IshizukaJP
Tougo AmemiyaSupporting
Yuuichi TsuchiyaJP
Miyuki SakuraiSupporting
Shizuka HasegawaJP
Seiji FujishiroSupporting
Takayuki KondouJP
Ryouichi TenjouSupporting
Masaaki IshikawaJP
Kou KazamatsuriSupporting
Hiroki TakahashiJP
Teppei KoiwaSupporting
Yoshinobu KanekoJP
Staff
Daisuke HiguchiOriginal Creator
Toshihiko SahashiMusic
Minako KomukaiTheme Song Performance
Hiroshi FukutomiDirector
Takashi YamadaScript (eps 1, 2, 5, 8, 11, 13, 17, 20, 22, 25, 29, 31, 34, 39)
Mayumi NakamuraKey Animation (eps 1, 4, 9, 14, 19, 26, 31)
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