Pokémon

Season 8, Episode 36

Episode Title: Shocks and Bonds

Air Date: 2005-05-12

Overview:

Ash begins his third battle in the qualifying round of the Hoenn League Championships and knows he's up for a challenge. After getting three victorious in the qualifying round, Ash and his new friends ascend to the victory tournament. In his first victory tournament match, Ash goes up against a trainer famous for her keen strategy.