Ashito is having trouble mastering the basic soccer actions of "stopping and kicking." Seeing Ashito's troubled state as he prepares to practice alone, his roommate Togashi offers to teach him the true meaning of "stopping and kicking." However, Togashi's explanation is abstract, and their night practice is difficult. They both grow increasingly frustrated, but eventually, Ashito finally grasps a clue to "stopping and kicking" from Togashi's movements.