Ro-Kyu-Bu! SS

Ro-Kyu-Bu! SS is the 2013 television anime sequel to the original 2011 series, produced by studio project No.9 to adapt the light novel light novel series written by Sagu Aoyama and illustrated by Tinkle. The narrative follows a high school student who finds himself coaching an elementary school girls' basketball team, blending sports tropes with the series' signature character-driven dynamics. The transition to project No.9 for this second season marked a shift in production management following the first season's collaboration between Studio Hibari and VeLVA.

The character designs, rooted in Tinkle's original illustrations, were adapted by Takayuki Noguchi to maintain the series' recognizable aesthetic, which emphasizes a lighthearted and expressive visual style. Upon its release, the series catered to a niche audience interested in the light novel source material, drawing attention for its focus on the development of the young players both on the court and in their personal lives. It remains a notable entry in the sports-comedy genre of the early 2010s, reflecting the era's popularity of light novel adaptations centered on school-aged protagonists.