Nine Puzzle

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Similarities: Both are shoujo mangas which are sports themed (Badminton and Billiards) and doesn't involve romance (although pairings were hinted). Differences: However the main characters in the two mangas are the exact opposite of each other where in Badminton Girl, the heroine is meek and shy, the female lead in Nine Puzzle is bubbly and always full of energy. Also, where in the guy in Badminton Girl is generally disinterested in sports, the male lead in Nine Puzzle, is clearly dedicated to it. Both series ends with a "this-is-just-the-beginning" feeling. 

The stories are different, but we have the similar plot line of the heroine attempting to understand the 'anti-social bad boy' of the class. And romance / mutual friendship slowly begins to occur. Although Kodocha is much longer and more thorough while Nine Puzzle is like your quick fix.