Ace of the Diamond

Ace of the Diamond is one of the best baseball manga series ever created. Eijun Sawamura, the main character, is the pitcher and team captain of his high school's baseball team. The plot begins when he fumbles a game-winning pitch and, after being taunted by the opposing team, hilariously defends his team's honor in a full-fledged brawl. He receives a scholarship to Seidou High School, a prestigious school known for its elite baseball team, in an unexpected turn of events.

As he begins to play there, he is met with fierce competition, not only from rival teams but also from his teammates, who are motivated by their dreams and aspirations to become the team's "Ace." What drew you to Ace of the Diamond was its emphasis on teamwork, hard work, and never giving up. Become invested in Sawamura's journey as he faces various challenges and rejoices with his teammates. Yuji Terajima does an excellent job of developing each character throughout the story, making the entire cast relatable and memorable. If you want to read the series in English, Kodansha has made it available digitally.

Author: Ace of the Diamond
Original run: 17 May 2006 – 14 January 2015
Volumes: 47
Status: Completed
Buy here: https://www.amazon.com/Ace-of-the-Diamond-44-book-series/dp/B07JK7NC83