EyeShield 21

Despite his new, serious, get tough demeanor, the slighest bit of praise will cause Taki to revert to his usual idiot personna.

Tougano recognizes the spin move as the one Sena used to get by him when they first met and he and Kuroki and Juumonji were trying to beat him up (all the way back in episode 1)

Komusubi is built short like his mother, but inheirited his father's ridiculous strength.

This episode is the last episode to air in 2005.

After the tryouts, names of the players who passed the tryouts were announced. Although Taki's name was skipped, Sena's name was announced, meaning that Sena passed. Unfortunately, Sena, Taki, and Suzuna leave before Sena's name was announced.

Yukimitsu did not get to play at all in this game.

American Football Clinic Trivia Q & A of the episode:

Q: What kind of play is an interception?

A: It's a play where a defensive player snatches the ball in midair during a pass. It's a big play where the offense and defense change sides! YA-HA!

American Football Clinic Trivia Q & A of the episode:

Q: What kind of technique is a bump?

A: It's a technique to disrupt the reciever and prevent him from catching the pass. YA-HA!

American Football Clinic Trivia Q & A of the episode:

Q: What kind of strategy is a blitz?

A: It's a strategy where the deep defensive players, like linebackers, rushes the quarterback. They sacrifice their responsibility in order to kill the opponent instantly. YA-HA!

Homer's jersey number - 5

Watt's jersey number - 81

The scenes that are played on the NASA Aliens' computer are scenes used during the opening theme.

American Football Clinic Trivia Q & A of the episode:

Q: What is the difference between a return touchdown and a normal touchdown?

A: A return touchdown is when you catch a kicked ball and score a touchdown. It's a one-of-a-kind big play in American Football! YA-HA!

The name of Apollo's pet cat is Hirari, which is the equivalence of the name Hillary.

The name of the NASA Aliens' coach is Apollo.

Touganou develops a crush on Suzuna in this episode.

American Football Clinic Trivia Q & A of the episode:

Q: How do you start the game?

A: Kickoff. The ball is kicked off from the 35-yard line. YA-HA!

This episode marks the first appearance of Sena's Devil Bat Dive move.

Yukimitsu stayed on the bench during the whole game.

American Football Clinic Trivia Q & A of the episode:

Q: What happens when you fumble?

A: If the opponent recovers a fumble, they gain possession of the ball. Hm? Fumble? It's when the player drops the ball. YA-HA!