Chapter 286: Komadai Fujimaki's Strategy for the Finals
"A brilliant hit! Seidou High School's No. 6 batter, Miyuki, read the trajectory of the slider perfectly and pulled the ball to right-center field for a single! Seidou High School scores another run, widening the lead to two!"
As Miyuki slid into second base with textbook precision, the announcer's voice boomed with excitemen...
Chapter 285: Seidou's Majestic Presence in the Finals
With a runner on third, Komadai Fujimaki found themselves in yet another precarious situation.
It was a delicate moment where opting for a pitching change wasn’t the best choice.
Bringing in a new pitcher with a runner on third could lead to disastrous consequences—giving up a run before the reliever had even settl...
Chapter 284: The Dashing Senior in the Finals
“Hmm.”
Iguchi Gakuto was never the type of aggressive pitcher.
In this regard, he perfectly fit Komadai Fujimaki's relief pitching strategy.
As an ace pitcher, he had the skills, a calm demeanor, and excellent tactical execution abilities.
Overall, he was a player any coach could trust wholeheartedly.
Chapter 582: President Hikigaya
"New president?!"
The announcement caused a stir, sending waves of shock through the conference room.
Upon hearing Sugita Kenjirou's words, everyone present displayed expressions of astonishment.
"President, does this mean you really sold the company?"
The mature woman, previously addressed as Hazuki by the twin-tailed girl, spo...
Chapter 283: A Battle of Patience in the Finals
Coach Nitta's confidence was grounded in logic.
A pitcher throwing consecutive games and starting in the finals would naturally show more openings as the game progressed into the later innings.
As for Seidou's other three primary pitchers, Coach Nitta honestly didn’t see them as threats.
The second-year sidearm pitc...
Chapter 282: The Stalemate in the Finals
There’s a runner on second base.
At bat is the player who scored the first run in the first inning—Isashiki Jun.
Komadai Fujimaki had to admit that Isashiki Jun's ability ranked among the top five batters they had faced.
However, after getting familiar with him, he was no longer as difficult to handle.
Strictly spe...
Chapter 581: Finally Acquiring the Gaming Company
Eagle Jump , President’s Office.
A middle-aged man in his forties or fifties stood by the window, gazing out at the distant horizon.
This was none other than the president of Eagle Jump, Kenjirou Sugita.
At this moment, a trace of worry lingered on his face.
Although having someone interested in acquiring hi...
Chapter 281: Offensive and Defensive Clash in the Finals (2)
A powerful offensive.
With precise control, Eijun was unstoppable after taking down Komadai Fujimaki’s cleanup batter, Akito.
He followed it up by aggressively overpowering their fifth batter, Kanemoto, with three fastballs, finishing him off with a five-seam fastball to secure the out.
The sixth batter...
Chapter 280: Offensive and Defensive Clash in the Finals (1)
A patient and calculated offensive play.
Yuuki was ultimately unable to find any flaws in the opposing strategy.
Instead, he was pressured by the sheer power and late break of the pitches, compounded by his unfamiliarity with the pitcher's delivery.
On the 10th pitch, Yuuki slightly miscalculated his swing...
Chapter 279: The Dominance of the Champion in the Finals
"Safe on base!"
Although Ryousuke was out, his sacrifice allowed Kuramochi to successfully advance to third base.
Seidou High's aggressive, storm-like offense had created a prime scoring opportunity with a runner on third base after just two batters.
And up next were Seidou's most powerful cleanup hitters.
...
Chapter 278: Seidou's Surprise Attack in the Finals
"Out! Three outs! Change sides!"
"The final pitch was a straight fastball right down the middle! Seidou High's first-year southpaw, Sawamura Eijun, successfully retired the third batter, Iguchi Gakuto, with a clean strikeout! Three up, three down—an absolutely perfect start for Seidou High! The powerhouse Seidou defense has hel...
Chapter 580: Extorting Erina
Inside a sleek black luxury car, Hachiman and Erina sat side by side.
The two were currently on their way to discuss an acquisition with a gaming company.
As expected of the Nakiri family, they had already identified a suitable company in such a short time.
Breaking the silence in the car, Hachiman initiated the conversation.
"Erin...
Chapter 277: Sharp Offense in the Finals
The dust rose in the air as Eijun lifted his right leg high.
His left arm, brimming with power, unleashed his full strength into the second pitch.
Whoosh!
A dazzling light streaked through the air.
In the batter's box, Nishi’s eyes flashed with a sharp glint as he stepped forward again, fully prepared to swing.
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Chapter 276: Explosive Start to the Finals
In a district of Tokyo, the meeting room at Inashiro Industrial High School was filled with its main players, all gathered and intently watching the live broadcast of the Koshien finals on TV.
The usually proud "Prince," surprisingly, had a calm expression on his face.
"We've come this far, so go and bring back the championship, Se...
Chapter 275: The King on the Field
"When it comes to tomorrow’s starting pitcher," Coach Kataoka began, his voice steady.
At that moment, Tanba immediately sat up straight, his eyes fixed on the coach with a mix of anxiety, hope, and anticipation.
This was the final game, and as the team’s ace, he didn’t want to leave any regrets.
Starter, starter, starter... ...
Chapter 274: Seidou's Countermeasures
“All four pitchers need to be dealt with carefully. If I had to prioritize, I would focus on their ace, Iguchi Gakuto, and the first-year pitcher, Masamune Hongou. If we can conquer these two, the scales of victory will undoubtedly tip in our favor,” Chris said in a low, steady voice.
Yuuki, Jun Isashiki, and the others nodded solemnly.
Chapter 579: Hachiman's Enhancement Potion
After dinner, Hachiman and Yumiko stepped out of the restaurant together.
However, there was a hint of displeasure on the girl's face.
"What the heck? They call this a high-end restaurant? The food they serve is nowhere near as good as yours," she grumbled.
Hachiman let out a wry smile at her words.
If everyone had co...
Chapter 273: Pre-Match Meeting
On the eve of the grand showdown, the area around the hotel where Seidou High School was staying remained brightly lit.
Crowds of fans had gathered near the hotel, creating a bustling scene.
Among them were Seidou's most loyal supporters, as well as many new fans who had been captivated by the team's performances during the tournament.
Chapter 272: Hongou's Obsession
After the meeting concluded, preparations for the upcoming match under Coach Nitta's strategy commenced.
The players of Komadai Fujimaki High School began their training with high spirits and unwavering confidence—not only in their abilities but also in their trust in their coach.
Among this determined group, however, one player stood out ...
Chapter 271: Preparations on Both Sides
In the semifinal against Yamamori Academy, Coach Nitta ultimately chose to let Hongou close the game.
His impressive fastballs, though not as fast as Furuya’s, exceeded 150 km/h, carrying an overwhelming sense of intimidation.
Without a doubt, Hongou’s current skill level surpassed Furuya’s.
Control, mastery of breaking...
Chapter 270: Final Preparations
After Komadai Fujimaki High School's victory, today's games officially came to an end.
This year's summer tournament has reached its final stage, leaving just one mystery unresolved: who will rise to the top and claim the crown of victory? This is the only question that remains for the national audience to focus on.
After their game concluded...
Chapter 578: Riding the Waves, Yumiko
After their shared moment, Yumiko lay nestled in Hachiman's arms, her head resting against his chest.
"So, we finally crossed that line, didn't we?" she murmured softly.
"Yes," Hachiman replied, holding her tightly. "Now, Yumiko, you're entirely mine."
He rested his chin on the crown of her head, feeling the warmth of her skin ag...
Chapter 269: The Enemy, Komadai Fujimaki
After finishing their game and packing their belongings, the Seidou High team didn’t leave the stadium.
Instead, led by Takashima Rei, they moved to the designated stands to watch the next semifinal.
This match was of great significance to Seidou High, as the winner would be their opponent in the finals two days later.
Nat...
Chapter 268: Advancing to the Finals
Furuya took the mound, but his presence did not bring much hope or opportunity to Kiryuu High School.
Although Kiryuu High’s morale had not completely collapsed, their players were gritting their teeth and persevering, refusing to give up until the very last second of the game.
However, it was clear that Furuya’s current abilities w...
Chapter 577: A Date, a Movie, and a Hotel
Sipping on the expertly brewed blend of coffee prepared by the mustachioed store manager, Hachiman waited for Yumiko to arrive.
Before long, the door to the café opened again, and a meticulously dressed young woman walked in.
Her golden spiral curls cascaded over her shoulders, and her emerald green eyes shone brightly.
She ...
Chapter 267: Kiryuu's Final Struggle
The home run in the top of the fifth inning became the undeniable turning point of the game.
Yuuki was still the same dependable captain as ever.
This incredible hit left the entire nation in awe.
Scouts surrounding the stadium nodded in satisfaction—this player, once entering professional baseball, would undoubtedly become a ...
Chapter 266: The King's Fourth Batter
Every pitch was precise, every pitch was bold.
Each one carried the will of the pitcher, a defiant struggle embodied by the ace himself. Under such pressure, Tachi, the ace of Kiryuu, remained unwavering in his pitching style.
Every hit was powerful, every strike precise.
This was the strength of the King's fourth batter!
Chapter 265: Kiryuu's All-or-Nothing Battle
"Play ball!!!"
As Yuuki stepped into the batter’s box and assumed his batting stance, the head umpire swept his eyes over the field before his booming voice echoed throughout Hanshin Koshien Stadium.
At the umpire's signal, Shibata, standing at home plate, had a glint of cold determination flash through his eyes.
Whoosh!<...
Chapter 264: The Intense Clash with Kiryuu
"Next pitch, a curveball, Tachi. Make sure to keep it low and precise."
Perhaps due to the precise control of his pitching, the umpire, though strict with calls on low balls, no longer seemed biased as he had been earlier, when borderline pitches were consistently called balls.
This shift was good news for Kiryuu High's battery.
Chapter 576: The Diligent and Studious Yukinoshita
After some time, Hachiman and Yukino had finished cleaning up.
Recalling what she had just done, the girl couldn't help but blush deeply.
Even though she had rinsed her mouth several times, she could still faintly sense that peculiar taste lingering in her mouth.
As for Hachiman, he felt completely refreshed and reju...