Chapter 114: Shiratorizawa vs. Wakuya Minami (2) (220 Lei Jiachen)…
They were far behind in the first game, and if they lost another game, their journey to the Spring High School this year would be over.
During the halftime break, Nakajima stood aside, staring at the towel above his head, and his expression could not be seen clearly.
25:12
The score difference is more than double, this is the current distance between them and Shiratorizawa.
There was no point in adjusting the angle of his spike, as the opposing blocker completely saw through his thoughts and could even predict them. Even if he didn't catch up, Shiratorizawa's receiving ability was not bad at all, making him a nightmare opponent.
If they felt somewhat proud when IH beat Johor Bahru Industries, that pride has now completely disappeared, and they even have some doubts about their own ability.
No, Nakajima took a deep breath, his eyes widening in sudden realization. "...Shiratorizawa is the national champion!"
Chuandu was speechless: "Aren't you also helping to boost their prestige, Meng?"
Unexpectedly, the young main attacker in front of him remained calm. "We're playing against the national champions," his tone rose slightly. "Isn't that super lucky?"
After hearing his ideas, the others all showed an expression of "It's scary that I actually think it makes so much sense."
Kawadari took a few steps back after hearing this, clutching the cloth in front of his chest as if struck by something. "That was so cool..."
Nakajima put his hands on his hips, the towel sliding from his head to his shoulders. "Yeah, I think so too."
Oni Shou Coach: ...
Thinking about it, it was indeed true. They actually got to play against the national champions in the main event. Even the regret of not getting a practice match earlier was somewhat alleviated. Yes, it was the national championship! The national championship.
In other words, Wakuya Minami's setter, Hanayama, had a look of detachment, as if he had discovered the culprit. "We're now treated like runners-up."
...Having said that, it seemed like he wasn't sad about losing the first game at all. Nakajima grinned, "Let's just enjoy volleyball and finish the match without any regrets!"
His expression turned fierce the next second, "I have to trip them up a bit."
"oh!!!"
Coach Saito summarized the information he had just gathered from the first game. "...the opponent is unexpectedly good at hitting angled shots, Tendo," he said, looking at the red-haired outside hitter. "Pay attention to adjusting your blocking posture in the next game. If you're not careful, the opponent will hit the ball out of bounds or take the initiative."
“OK.”
Coach Jiujiang: "You used the space tactics with Jiunan very well, although it doesn't seem mature yet." He looked around, "Take it seriously and don't underestimate any opponent."
"The coordination between the main attacker and secondary attacker is also very good, which is worth learning."
"yes!"
The short time passed quickly and the contestants took the stage again.
Looking at their backs, Coach Jiujiang, who usually seldom makes small talk during games, suddenly said, "That No. 1's style is very similar to someone from our school."
Coach Saito was slow to react: "Eh."
"As for his fighting style, it's not very mature yet. If I had to say who's more similar, it's that kid from Oudai."
But then the old man regained his tough-talking coaching demeanor, and Coach Saito tactfully didn't ask any further questions.
However, coaches Oudai and Saito suddenly remembered that it was the small main attacker. Speaking of which, the "little giant" was from their Miyagi. However, Karasuno has been called a crow that cannot fly in recent years. He thought about it aimlessly.
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"...Stick to it, see you," When the cheering began to sing the school song, Midorikawa's gaze shifted from the members who were surrounding the coach and listening to the tactics, and slowly moved to Kazukuni's field. Their banner meant "Perseverance", which to be honest was somewhat similar to the current situation.
Shinomiya was confused and pushed his glasses. Although it was autumn in the conventional sense, the temperature in the stadium was only rising and not falling. Whether it was cheering for the players or the high emotions in their hearts, it made people feel a little warm. Following Midorikawa's gaze, he also saw the slogan of the school opposite.
Then, he sighed, "Come to think of it, every school has a different slogan."
Midorikawa turned around with a confused expression, not understanding why he suddenly said that at this time. Shinomiya, however, smiled and moved his finger from Kazukuni's "Perseverance" to Shiratorizawa's "Lion's Swiftness" - they only brought the one provided by the parents' meeting today, and the other one would probably not be released until the finals.
The Ksitigarbha Sutra says, "At that time there was a Buddha named Lion-Swift, who was endowed with all virtues." (Note 1)
"It means that when a lion moves, it can move forward and backward freely without turning." The game resumed, and besides Shinomiya's voice, the audience's sighs filled his ears. "Although the original meaning is that Buddhism can eliminate all minor troubles, the parents' meeting actually means—"
"Shiratorizawa is a well-deserved strong man."
Shinomiya narrowed his eyes, his expression unchanged. "But if attacked from both sides, even a lion would be hard pressed... But they added a new sentence in small print below this year."
Midorikawa nodded, then continued, "Win every battle."
It was like a curse of victory. Midorikawa calmed down and turned his attention back to the court.
——Shiratorizawa tees off at No. 10.
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Kanagawa First Campus.
"How do you even watch Miyagi's match? The broadcast on TV is so blurry," Zenitsu drawled, "I can't even make out Kengi's face."
"Of course, I didn't mean to see the face of this nasty pool noodle bastard."
The preliminaries in Miyagi were much earlier than those in Kanagawa. They were on break at that time and had no other activities so a few of them gathered together to chat.
Xuanya, the main attacker, is not in the same class as Zenitsu and Tanjiro. Since joining the volleyball club, Zenitsu has less time to collect information about girls.
"Damn it! If I search, all I see is a bunch of people shouting, 'Xinyi Ren, Xinyi Ren is so handsome!'" He pinched his voice, his expression twisted. "Who wants to see others being praised? I finally got some fans, but they disappeared inexplicably." (Actually, it was because he was too enthusiastic and was regarded as a weirdo.)
"Is there anyone who wants my line number or phone number..." Tears welled up in her eyes.
"Wouldn't it be nice if you weren't disturbed?" Tanjiro objected. "Coach Mimi has been punishing you less often lately."
Zenitsu:......
Zenitsu: "You don't have any romantic cells, Tanjiro."
Inosuke buttoned his shirt crookedly and scratched his head when he heard them talking. "What search, Line? I have one too. Grandpa helped me register it."
Tanjiro turned to him and smiled, nodding, "It's okay! I have Inosuke's phone number, so we can contact each other." Then he carefully buttoned the shirt back up. (But it was ripped open again the next second)
Zenitsu: "Are you ignoring me..."
Finally, he found the live broadcast link on Twitter and saw Shiratorizawa's match. Tanjiro leaned over and said, "It's already the second game--!"
Through the mobile phone screen, you can clearly see the changes in the score.
"Shiratorizawa is leading by three points."
In the stands, Tanaka rested his elbows on the railing and sighed, "As expected of a powerful team." They'd already opened up a huge lead from the start, and their serve hadn't changed a bit. Looking at the server, Tanaka sighed, "It wasn't Jiancheng, it was number 10. Isn't he also a setter?"
"Looking at it this way, Shiratorizawa is really extravagant. If I remember correctly, they also had a setter in their second year."
Following him was Sugawara, who was also staring at Shirabu. Compared to Tanaka, he had some understanding of Shiratorizawa's No. 10 - the other person in Shiratorizawa's double setter system. Compared with Kenjo Shinichi, who had the title of Demon King, this setter was much more low-key.
Two Setter, to be honest, this was the first time that Sugawara had actually seen this tactic in a main competition. Although everyone who had played volleyball had heard of it more or less, theory and practice were two different things.
"Without a setter who is stronger than the main attacker in both offense and defense, a double setter system can be said to be useless," Sugawara said. "After all, it gives up an offensive point."
Tanaka: "So if there are two setters on a team, most of the time the other one will be asked to quit?"
"Not really," Sugawara hesitated, "sometimes I'll be the key server, just like Shiratorizawa's second-year setter."
"But generally speaking, the double setter system is not seen in official teams most of the time."
"So." Tanaka scratched his head.
Sugawara's eyes were fixed on Shirabu who had finished serving and was joining the rotation. Although it was not common, Shiratorizawa perfectly presented the double setter system that only existed in ideals. If it was Kenshiro Shinichi who served, this advantage would not be obvious, but once it was replaced by another setter, even an outsider could see how terrifying they were on the offensive end.
"Secondary surprise, rapid changes in formation, and guarding against back-line attacks."
It is one thing to have difficulty scoring points from Shiratorizawa, but the rapid depletion of physical strength is another.
This can be seen from the way the members of Kazukiu Nan kept wiping their sweat. They were already starting to feel tired. They kept saving the ball, but it was taken back the next second. It was not a pleasant feeling to watch the score slip away from their hands.
"The strongest knight, more formidable than an iron wall."
He could only bring in the teased and fooled Wakuni. Sugawara sighed and said to the still excited Tanaka, "Come on, we should go warm up too."
Tanaka obviously didn't understand why he suddenly looked like that, and said "Oh" in confusion.
"Score! Great dunk, Shiyin!"
"Another Lion Sound!"
Behind him came the cheers of Shiratorizawa scoring again.
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The author has something to say: Note 1: The Ksitigarbha Sutra or the Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva Sutra has many meanings. Here I have chosen the one I think is more appropriate ()
P.S. I'm late. I was planning to post it this morning but I ran into a writer's block. ORZ Anyway, this chapter is also in the top five and there are red envelopes (down)
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