Even if he successfully used the jump ball in the training match, it was still a bit reckless to suddenly let Yamaguchi play. Coach Uyang looked at the nervous Yamaguchi and sighed silently in his heart. There is nothing he can do about it. Yesterday, he and Tiao In the game between Zendera and Zenji, both teams were attacking teams, so it was too reluctant for Yamaguchi to play, but today Wakunan is a defensive team, so it would be very suitable for Yamaguchi to play.
You can't wait until the next game against Aoki or Date before letting him play. At that time, the pressure on Yamaguchi will be even greater, and he still has to be allowed to play first to adapt to the rhythm of the game.
He comforted Yamaguchi and told him not to be nervous, as long as he performed to the same level as during the training match, but Yamaguchi clearly didn't listen. Tsukishima, who was rotating with him, walked off the field and took the number plate from Yamaguchi's hand.
"Relax, I know your recent practice better than anyone, so go out there and give them an eye-opener."
"Ayue, eh!"
Tsukishima, who never encouraged others, very rarely encouraged himself, which made the originally nervous Yamaguchi feel relieved, and then he also ignited his fighting spirit. Yes, he also practiced hard, and even surpassed other strong players in Tokyo in training matches. The school's players are in trouble, so why should they be nervous now?
We must cherish this opportunity to play. In the first grade, he is the only one who is still on the bench. The other three have become the main players early. If now is not the time to rise up, then when will we wait? It’s time for others to see that I, Tadashi Yamaguchi, am capable.
The moment he stepped into the playing field, Yamaguchi felt the atmosphere of a battlefield coming to his face. He obviously didn't feel this way when he was watching their game on the bench, but after entering the field, it instantly became different. The tension irritated his skin and gave Yamaguchi a lot of goosebumps. However, Yamaguchi, who had been prepared for a long time, did not retreat and instead faced him.
"Yamaguchi, relax and serve a good shot~"
Captain Dadi was the first to come forward to encourage him, and several others also came over to teach Yamaguchi his experience.
"Don't worry, go and fight, Yamaguchi, we will do our best to support you."
Nishitani patted Yamaguchi's shoulder.
"Yes, senior, I will try my best."
Unlike him who was usually timid, this time Yamaguchi looked at Nishitani's face when he spoke, and there was no trace of cowardice in his eyes. After noticing Yamaguchi's appearance, Nishitani patted his shoulder happily and said, leave it to him. Come on, let the people in Hejiunan see what you can do.
Wakunan was also surprised when he saw Yamaguchi play, because according to the information, Yamaguchi had never played again except for playing once against Qingcheng. In that game, his floating ball was known to everyone. There is a player in Karasuno who can play jump ball, but his strength is not very good, so Yamaguchi on the court at this time made the leader Nakajima feel a little bad. Could it be that this is Karasuno's secret weapon?
After getting the volleyball, Yamaguchi stood at the serving position. Sugawara, Hinata and others on the bench cheered Yamaguchi loudly, and the cheerleaders in the stands also shouted Yamaguchi's name. Inhwa did the same, waving her arms.
"Hey, why did Yamaguchi suddenly appear?"
Saeko was a little confused as to why Yamaguchi was replaced at this time. Shimada, who was wearing glasses next to her, explained to her what the deciding server was. After listening to the explanation, Saeko excitedly asked if that meant that if Yamaguchi could directly serve to win 5 points, Karasuno will win directly.
There was a trace of cold sweat on Shimada's face, and he quickly explained that only very powerful players can do it. Yamaguchi is not that strong now, but he can still get two or three points. As he spoke, he looked towards Yamaguchi in the field.
Completely different from before, he didn't look nervous at all. Shimada was silently cheering for him in his heart. The mistake he made in the IH game against Qingcheng must have been a huge blow to Yamaguchi. He can play again this time. , it also depends on whether Yamaguchi can overcome this obstacle. After passing it, Yamaguchi can still play in the next game. If he cannot overcome it, then. . .
Hearing his name being called from the stands, he looked up and saw Renhua and others. Yamaguchi also nodded to that side. Then he stopped thinking about other things, took a deep breath, closed his eyes and concentrated on everything. Mentally, his hands were unconsciously pressing the volleyball.
The moment he heard the whistle, Yamaguchi opened his eyes. If anyone could see his eyes, they would see the light shining in his eyes at this time.
"Okay, I'm going to do it!"
After cheering himself up, Yamaguchi threw the ball up without hesitation.
When he jumped up, he felt incredible. His body was not as heavy as he imagined, and his arms were waving effortlessly. With only the free man of Kunan in his eyes, Yamaguchi subconsciously felt that he should send the ball to that position.
The libero who was targeted felt a chill coming over him, like the feeling of being preyed upon by a bird. He knew that the opponent's ball was coming towards him, and shouted loudly that it didn't matter, leave it to me. The libero was planning to take the ball. ball.
Unexpectedly, the ball stopped the moment it flew in front of him and fell to the ground without him reacting.
Scored the serve with a perfect sinking float.
"OK!!!"
The whistle sounded when the score was valid, and Yamaguchi clenched his fists and shouted loudly. This was the first time he scored this very symbolic point on the competition field with his own consciousness and his own skills.
After this ball, no one can ignore his floating ball, and his serve is no longer a lucky score. This is a score he got by relying on his own ability. From today on, he can be proud to be the decisive server. The title is placed above his head.
"Good job, Yamaguchi!"
Daichi in the court also shouted excitedly. Although this point cannot determine the outcome, for Karasuno and Yamaguchi, this goal is crucial. Karasuno has evolved again and has a decisive server, and Yamaguchi also I will only be able to cheer for others in the bench area.
He has the ability to fight alongside everyone.
"Yamaguchi!!"
Hinata, who was rotated on the bench, was so excited that she wanted to rush into the field to celebrate with him, but luckily she grabbed the collar of his shirt.
"Tsukishima, did you see it! Yamaguchi's floating ball this time."
Hinata excitedly chatted to Tsukishima next to her. Hinata seemed happier than herself to score, and Tsukishima snorted softly.
"Of course I saw it. He has been practicing hard, and he deserves to score this point."
Although he said this, the curve of Tsukishima's mouth also proved his mood at the moment.
The tricky jump ball made He Jiunan even more dangerous. The free man looked very bad. He kept apologizing to others, but everyone also knew that it was not his fault, because no one had thought of it before. The underappreciated mountain pass will transform here.
The captain Nakajima clapped his hands and told everyone not to care, and braced himself for the next ball, but he felt a trace of despair in his heart. At this time, a perfect server in perfect condition hit a high-level jump shot. Ball, Karasuno's rhythm is already unstoppable.
When Coach Wuyang and the others saw Yamaguchi's serve off the court, they stood up from their chairs and celebrated loudly. Before actually playing this period, no one thought that Yamaguchi would get a point in this way. Yamaguchi before taking the court was It’s no different from before. Coach Wu Yang is even ready to replace him immediately if he doesn’t play well.
Unexpectedly, with the encouragement of his teammates, Yamaguchi adjusted his mentality and launched this perfect floating ball.
The next ball came into Yamaguchi's hands. After playing this ball, Yamaguchi himself could feel his condition. It was so good. He was afraid of the volleyball twice, took it in his hand, and followed the whistle. sounded.
Yamaguchi threw the volleyball again.
The ball floated twice in a row. This time the ball flew straight over the net. Nakajima, the main player of Kazukunan, shouted to me and went to catch the ball. Unexpectedly, when the ball reached his eyes, it suddenly floated upward and passed his His hands hit the sideline again.
Score in a row!
