"That really is world-class talent. Even after seeing it more than once, it still leaves you fired up. That's what a world-class player looks like."
"Whether Aoba Johsai can win the final championship or not, Hank will definitely receive the highest recognition in the end. There's no questioning his strength."
After seeing Hank's spike just now, the players from Itachiyama Institute gained a completely new understanding of his ability. At this point, many people had finally grasped what a true ace really was.
He could carry a second-rate team all the way to a national-level tournament—and not just anywhere, but to the final.
That alone showed just how terrifying his strength was.
"As expected, that's world-class jumping talent. Seriously, is there anything about Hank's body that wasn't built for volleyball?"
After seeing the spike Hank had just unleashed, Motoya Komori could not help but praise him. For the first time, he felt pressure from a boy even younger than himself. Even Wakatoshi Ushijima had not been able to give him that feeling back then.
This guy could truly be called the strongest ace in all of Japan right now.
And there was no "one of" about it. Even Kiyoomi Sakusa might not necessarily beat him in that one area. No one would likely doubt that. After all, his strength was right there in front of them. It was simply too abnormal.
World-class strength.
"So what if he can jump high? Volleyball isn't decided by individual strength alone. It also depends on team coordination!"
"Aoba Johsai's team strength definitely isn't stronger than ours."
"As long as we control the rhythm, they're bound to lose. Everyone, get ready for victory."
Kiyoomi Sakusa did not say much. Having already removed his mask, his face held nothing but total focus. He absolutely had to win this match. Itachiyama Institute could not lose to anyone. That was something they had to continue proving.
On that point, he was more serious than anyone.
"That test just now was basically the same as I predicted."
"No matter which player is on the other side, their receiving level is very high."
After Hank landed from midair, he did not feel relaxed just because he had scored a point. On the contrary, he felt a faint sense of unease inside. It was not especially strong, but he could clearly sense that the opponent's strength was far above any team he had faced before.
As expected of Itachiyama Institute. This kind of match made him feel excited.
From here on, as many passes as possible had to go to him, and Iwaizumi also had to be ready to act as a decoy.
There was no denying it. The match against Itachiyama Institute had only just begun.
"…Got it, Hank!"
After hearing Hank's instruction, Toru Oikawa immediately showed a relaxed smile. He followed Hank's words completely.
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