You stand back in your spot, notebook in hand as you write down the next match. You sigh, leaning against the railing and stand on one foot, the other tapping on the back of your foot. The captain's bow and the whistle blows.

Karasuno vs Date Tech

Set(1)
Dig(D), Set(K), Kill(H)
Read Tip Block x2(7,6) = X
KS01-1-00DT

"Right on!" Tanaka shouts to Hinata from the 10-foot line. "Nice placement!" You tap your pencil against your lip in frustration.
"Date won't fall for Sunshine." You sigh and look heavenwards. "So, they don't do commit blocks, which is what makes their iron wall so strong. Their 7, No Brows, is the Shepard. I wonder if he's a second or third year."

Jump Set(K)
Dig(13), Set(2), Hit(7)
Dive(N), Set(T), Back Attack(A)
Tip Block x2(7,6)
KS01-1-01DT

"Asahi, I'm sorry! I'll get the next one!" Nishinoya tells him, bowing his head. Asahi grabs his shoulder, a calm smile on his face.
"Sure. Thanks. But I'll make the next one count."

Serve(1)
Dig(D), Set(K), Hit(T)
Read Tip Block x2(2,7)=X Net Touch
KS02-1-01DT
Set(2), Hit(6)
Hit(T), Set(D), Hit(A)
Tip Block x2(2,7)=X Hitting Error
KS03-1-01DT

"Serves you right." You mumble, furrowing your brow. "But we're only making points on their errors. And only one kill. That means the only way to make points is the oddball and mistakes." You sigh sadly, propping your arm on the pole. "Sorry, BFG, but I don't think we're gonna get it."

Dig(N), Set(K), Hit(H)
Read Tip Block x2(6,7)
KS03-1-02DT
Serve(6)
Dig(T), [Set(K)+Hit(H)]=Super Fast Attack
KS04-1-02DT

You laugh through your nose, smirking down at the court as you stare at Date Techs coach. The cheers from the crowd fuel your ego as pride hums through you. "And a," you sing, "fuck you."

Serve(H)=X
KS04-1-03DT
N swap H
Server(7)
Dig(N), Set(K), Kill(TK)
KS04-1-03DT
—
Kill(1)
Dive(D)=X
KS04-1-04DT
KS05-1-04DT
KS06-1-05DT
KS07-1-04DT

"So... we seem to be fine when No Brows isn't at the front, but we still get Point Static. There No.1 is good too. Oddball is fine, and Moon and BFG are good for blocking and killing." You hum, staring down at your two pages of notes. "I hope Kiyoko-chan has improvements down. This is gonna kill me."

Dig(13), Set(2), Hit(6)
Block x2(H, K)=X
KS07-1-06DT
Jump Touch Serve(1)
Dive(N), [Set(K), Kill(H)]=Super Fast Attack
KS08-1-06DT
DT Timeout

"Yeah, you call a timeout, why don'cha? Huh?" You summon your inner Tanaka and chuckle deeply. "Can't deal, then don't. Think pulling a timeout is going to stop our flow? You're dead wrong!" You grin to yourself, a buzz rolling over the back of your arms. You scan the court, spotting a certain someone staring up at you. You grin at Satoru, shooting him a quick thumbs up. He waves back, only a smile on his face. You then tighten your lips. "And now our ominous number ten stands out more than ever." Up in the seats, you spot two elder men. One wearing his glasses and purple top, the other with muzzy hair and red jumper. You wave at them, arm in big motions, and they catch sight of you. Then, the Karasuno's girls volleyball team show up. You blink, unsure. They must have lost their match. A sense of guilt hits you, but it fades after a moment. They may be Karasuno, but they are not your team. You cannot be held responsible for their failures. Then the guilt ebbs in again, and you roll your eyes, agitated with yourself.

—
[Set(K)+Kill(H)]=Super Fast Attack
KS09-1-06DT
Dig(N), [T+H Run] Set(K), Fluke(H]
KS10-1-06DT
Set(K), Hit(H)
Block(7)
KS18-1-15DT
Serve(6)
Dig(D), Set(T), Hit(H)
Tip Block x2(7,8)
Dive(N), Set(K)+[Pipe]=Back Attack(A)

"Yeeeet!" You shout/whisper, pumping your fist. "Fuck yeah, BFG! Fuck yeah!" You stare at 7, who had gone to block Hinata. "In yo' face, No Brow!" You laugh giddily. The Pipe, the attack you'd learnt from Nekoma. The team runs over to Asahi, congratulating him as he holds his palm out, his fingers twitting.

—
Set(K), Kill(T)
KS23-1-19DT
Serve(T)
—
Counter(H), Set(K), Hit(H)
Read Tip Block x2(6,7)=X
KS24-1-19DT
Hit(3)
Dig(D), Set(K), Hit(A)
Dig(13)=X Hitting Error
KS25-1-19DT
First Set to Karasuno

"Bloody hell." You sigh, beginning to head down. "That was nerve-racking. No.7 is over the shock of our attack, so now we're changing our Line-Up sheet. Hinata only goes against No Brows hardly, but then it puts pressure on Asahi, Tanaka, Daichi and Tsukishima. The first three are fine, but Moon doesn't have much experience, and I don't know how he plays." You frown. "He doesn't even go all out in effort either." You stop in front of the gym doors, waiting for Kiyoko to come over. She gives you the old bottles, almost all of them sucked dry, and you run off as soon as they touch your hands. You race out, heading to the water fountain to refill. If you are quick, you won't have to wait in line and get back to the team. You rush back after filling them up in record time and impatiently shift foot to foot, waiting for replacement bottles. The team is crowding the bench, Ukai holding a board. You think for a second, recalling some ideas the team came up with during practice. If you are right, they will be moving Hinata. If it were up to you, you would have it so Asahi would be behind him when he's on the left of the court, Nishinoya to Asahi's right. But, you kept quiet to see how this would play out.

Serve(T)
—
Hit(7)
Block(A)=X

Dig(D), Set(K), Kill(A)
KS01-2-01DT
Hit(12)
Dig(T), Set(K), Hit(A)
Tip Block x3(2,7,12)
—
KS04-2-04DT
Dig(TK), Set(K), Kill(H)
KS05-2-04DT
KS12-2-10DT
DT Timeout
KS17-2-16DT
Serve(6)
Dig(5), Set(K), Hit(A)
Tip Block x3(2,7,12)
KS17-2-17DT
Dig(A), Set(K), Hit(A)
Counter(7,3), Set, Hit(7)
Block x2(TK, A)
KS19-2-18DT
Serve(TK)
Dig(13), Set(2), Hit(12)
Dig(A), Set(K), Kill(H)
KS22-2-20DT
Dig(N), Set(K), Hit(A)
Dig(2)=X Hitting Error
—
Dig(N), Set(K), Hit(H)
Block(7)=X Waterfall Ball
KS24-2-21DT

You completely stop and stare. This team, Karasuno, with a newly formed group with many flaws stands at a match point with Dateko, a team renowned for their Iron Wall. And Karasuno is crushing them. Hinata is at the back, and Dateko has its strongest at the front. You feel a swelling un your chest, but then you give a soft laugh when seeing Hinata is the server.

Serve(H)

KS24-2-22DT

You jot down, and a smile spills onto your face. The team could have won, got it over with and stop this anxiety without having the points so close, but no. You note the fact to make Hinata practice Serves until it physically hurts. That would be a long time considering it is him. You frown when you see Hinata has been switched off the court. You are puzzled, confused as to why they would remove the decoy. You look back to the court, watching the match.

Dig(N), Set(K), Hit(TK)
Dig(13), Set(2), Hit(7)

Dig(T), Set(K), Hit(A)

Tip Block x3

The block hits the ball back with considerable force, it sweeping past Daichi. Nishinoya sprints into the empty rear end, throwing himself onto the floor and hitting it up with a balled fist.

Dive(N), Set(K)

The set is too close to the net, falling diagonally to it. Then the teams joust.

Joust(A)

The move goes back, No Brows pushing it over Asahi's shoulder and towards the floor. It falls beside Nishinoya, the ball already past his hand. Blood pumps through his body, head buzzing as sweat runs down the side of his face. With a curl of his lip, his middle twisting as he brought his arms up, increasing his speed as his foot moves out.

Pancake Foot(N)

The ball flies up as Nishinoya is in a dab, disbelief spreading across your face. The ball heads up over to Kageyama.

Floating.

Spinning.

Asahi runs to the back of the court and turns forward, calling for the ball.

Set(K)

Kageyama sets to Asahi.

Kill(A)

The ball is hit, but the other team push up, sending the ball spiralling into the air and away from the males. It inches closer to the net. Then lands. It completely stops on the top of the net, before falling to the other side. Number 9 begins to run, but it's already too late. Too late to win the game.

KS25-2-22DT

Shouts fill the gym, and you stare wide-eyed.
"I thought that wasn't gonna make. I was gonna laugh if they blocked Asahi. But it rolled on the net. It rolled... on the net." You breathy your words, the buzz still zipping up and down your spine. You are unable to blink. As quick as lightning, you grab your bag and run, stuffing your notebook and pen into the bag. You take tight turns and enter the court, the teams back to you. You stop, staring at them for a moment. Asahi stood before the group, his face with a calm expression which you had not seen in ages. Reaching into your pocket, you remove the camera from inside. You click, smiling to yourself. This is your first and last year with the third years, and to hell, if you were going to waste it. You rush down the stairs and enter the gym.

"(F/n)!" Satoru shouts, running over to you. He stops, staring at you before smiling brightly. "They did it! They really did it!" He says in disbelief. You grin back, patting his shoulder and move past him.

"I'm gonna talk to Ukai. See ya in a bit!" You nod to him before running over to the coach. "Ukai, nice play." He raises a brow at you, turning away from the adviser. He hums in acknowledgement but doesn't say anymore.

"Kiyoko-chan and I have made some notes to improve our plays." You add, lifting up the notebook for emphasis. "And I have a question."

"Go ahead." Ukai folds his arms, nodding.

"Why did you send Hinata off at the end?" You tilt your head, eyes flickering over to Hinata as the team bows to the crowd.

"By not having a decoy when playing, it brings Asahi a great amount of confidence in play and for the next game."

"Oh." You nod, lips pursing slightly. "Okay then." You turn away from him slightly, watching the team as they begin to file out. You smile, eyes lighting up as you see Hinata and Kageyama packing away at the benches.

"Blueberry," you call. You rush over, holding your bag strap tightly as the duo stop. "35 serves. Good job!" You raise a hand, smiling brightly. It falters though as he stares at it blankly. "Come on, Kags. Don't leave me hanging." You give an awkward smile. He looks at your hand and raises his own, swinging it forward to hit your hand. He smacks hard, his hand just barely hitting yours and almost falls over in the process. You give a laugh, looking at Kageyama as he panics slightly. "We're gonna have to practise that more." You turn away from him and grin at Sunshine. "Hinata, good game." You spin on your heal, looking up at Tsukishima. "And you too, Moon Moon. Even if you were basically standing in Hinata's shadow." You smirk at Tsukishima.

"(S/n)-chan, don't say that!" Hinata panics. "I just got him to stop giving me the evils." You give a sharp exhale through your nose, turning your nose up but keep your back to Hinata.

"Like you need his validation. If Moon Moon really didn't like you, he wouldn't bother winding you up." A teasing smile pops on your lips, eyebrows wiggling. Yamaguchi stands idly by, watching as you throw banter back and forth with his best friend. Tsukkishima seems to enjoy your taunts, you seeming unbothered by his insults.

"Tadashi-kun, I could hear your shouts from up here." You giggle, turning to the brunet. His eyes widen, body going rigid.

"Sorry."

"No, no, Gucci. I'm meant to hear you. That's the whole point." You laugh, before getting distracted. "Yeah, guys. Make sure to go to the toilet before getting on the coach."

"Thanks, Mother." Tsukishima rolls his eyes as he walks past you. You leave them, light steps as you strain your ears.

"-your revenge." You catch the end of what Sugawara said before him and Daichi stop. "Still" Sugawara's eyes trained on the floor before looking up into the distance. "I would've like to beat them with my own sets." Daichi keeps silent beside him, eyes following his train of sight. Suga notices, and his body jumps as he reaches towards his captain. "Sorry!" He apologises, eyebrows drew together in worry. "Let's keep that between us." He slaps the back of his head.

Sorry, Suga. Not possible. Unless you don't see me as a person, then it is just between you and Daichi.

"That's a relief," Daichi says, looking at Suga. "I'm glad you haven't given up on playing yet."

"Glad to hear that." You comment, smiling. The third years jump, surprised by you sneaking up on them.

"(S/n)-chan, I now understand what Coach Ukai means." He chuckles softly. You hum in confusion, raising a brow.
"Anywho, I've got lots of stuff for practice now. I'll create a schedule and individual improvement for each player." Daichi opens his mouth to speak before a loud squeal drowns him out, girls in the gym erupting. You flinch back at the sound, wincing as Karasuno looks to what the fuss is about.

"Oikawa!" Girls squeal. You smile at that, looking over at him. Your eyes linger on his ankle, before eye drift to the white supporting pad on his knee. Oikawa holds the ball in an odd vice grip, the top of the ball in his palm. Tanaka scoffs, turning up his nose.

"Look at him, thinking he's so big with the girls screaming over him." Tanak crosses his arms over his chest, looking at Nishinoya. Nishi smirks, nodding to himself.
"We have (F/n)-chan and Kiyoko on our side—" Nishinoya is cut short by Kiyoko shouting, cupping her mouth.
"Oikawa!" She calls, a smile on her face.
"What?" Tanaka and Nishinoya yell, faces paling. "Kiyoko-san?!" Shimizu laughs under her breath, shaking her head.
"Kidding." She tilts her head with a smile.
"Please-" Tanaka places his hand over his heart, knees almost giving way.
"-don't do that." Nishinoya finishes, face scrunching up. You look back at Ukai, a bright smile on your face.
"Learning experience!" You sing, eyes pleading. Ukai sighs, pulling his bag up on his shoulder.
"We were gonna go anyway." He turns and heads up to the seats. You give a cheer, following at the back as Satoru natters away to Hinata. You smile, only stopping for a moment to look over your shoulder. Eyes catch another, one holding something mightier than a sword and the other his life. A small nod is given by both, smiling tiny before focusing what is in front.