Volleyball Coach Reacts to HAIKYUU S2 E15 - Johzenji style volleyball versus Karasuno discipline

[@alicekaztcots6922]

Coach, did you notice that when Daichi received that ball, he was standing in front of Jojenzi banner "Simplicity and Fortitude ". Terushima then remembered the previous captain of his team and realised the worth of "Simplicity" he previously called "boring".

[@keitiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii]

Upping for this. Coach, please see this!

[@Nofian-s1g]

I really love Daichi because he's exactly that. He doesn't have that many fancy scene like Hinata but just having him on the team, can make you feel relieved and go all out, there is someone we can always rely on.

[@mau1406]

Yes! I loved this moment!

[@Intersectingstuff]

Up up!!

[@starryabigail2988]

the solid ground and foundation of Karasuno, our Daichi Papa!

[@vvenska]

Daichi standing with the 'Simplicity and Fortitude' banner hanging right behind him has always been one of my favorite scenes. It fits his character so well!

[@keitiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii]

Yesses! That's why I love his character.

[@patmonte8426]

Yeyyyy

[@lunatic00]

that moment always give me chills!

[@Paschendale2]

In the manga translation I read, the other team's manager says "In order to have fun, first you need to build a playground," which is my favorite quote in the entire series. The best athletes are able to make the game look fun and easy because they have built up the fundamentals to the point where they don't even think about it.

[@jay7tennis]

That makes a LOT more sense than just needing a place to play.

[@perevision]

Yeah, the subs are a bit annoying in this episode. The original Japanese says “in order to play, you must first build a playground” and it’s a beautiful line considering how much Terushima talks about “playing”. They also messed up the “spank” joke.

[@starryabigail2988]

up up up up up up, Coach has to seeee thissss

[@geniegenie]

Commenting so this comment can go up for coach to see😁

[@seekittycat]

Yesss the sub translation really miss some of these. Up UP UP

[@enricovincenzomoncado2319]

He sings the opening even without knowing the words, he is one of us for sure now.

[@Rhi_llan7002]

I thought the same thing XD

[@ajkhan1115]

Let's ensure he enjoys it more often.

[@Rhi_llan7002]

Ah yes I cannot wait for the day coach donny screams "HIKARI AREEE" when that opening comes

[@taichiixsan4619]

That monologue scene with Daichii is so symbolic. They event went ahead and placed johzenji’s banner to put emphasis on it. Daichii is the embodiment of Simplicity and Fortitude. The build up to that moment was so well done.

[@Intersectingstuff]

That scene gives me goosebumps the first time I watched it. With the inspirational background music and all, it's just perfect

[@starryabigail2988]

that's why the scene happen in the second set, because they have to switch side so that Josenzi's banner can be behind of Daichi!!! What an idea!!!

[@zethstar3475]

its even more obvious in the manga

[@MrChannelforwatching]

I actually had different translations when I watched Haikyuu. And I gotta tell you, when Daichi stood under Johzenji's banner and it said 'Simple and Strong' above him, I really felt that more than 'Simplicity and Fortitude'

[@Shirley36]

I always get goosebumps at that moment where Daichi stands under "Simplicity and Fortitude". Haikyuu always kills it with the symbolism.

[@youtubingprick4036]

The Moment Aone's teammates were pointing out Hinata's weakness, and Aone said Hinata is already aware about those. That scene perfectly shows how much respect Hinata has earned in Aone's mind. You have already completed the most important achievement when your Opponents/Rivals start respecting you at that level.

[@svidyut4402]

This is very well written .

[@fart63]

Did somebody say Aone best boy?

[@Arxxxer]

About Hinata "Spider Man" move, I honestly don't know about the rules of Japan specifically for this, but he didn't really use the wall as a leverage for hitting the ball, he actually hit the ball in the air, then used the wall to safetly "land", so would that still be legal in the US? Since he didn't really had any advantage while hitting the ball

[@BETOHERZ95]

I support this comment 100%

[@calliopemuse3210]

That’s a good question! Hope he sees it.

[@exoticcats6119]

I’m also curious about this

[@camoumilecamoflage8875]

but it's cool that Coach Donny said he had done something similar with a wall. The other reactors just immediately say that the move is unrealistic/impossible and only the power of anime XD. But Coach Donny clearly has a life's worth of volleyball experience and literally seen it all lol

[@41tinman41]

I would think he'd be safe on that one, even in the US rulebook. He hit the ball first, and he just used the wall to gain footing or balance. It had no advantage on him hitting the ball since you can only hit the ball once until it goes over the net.

[@Unboostable]

Oh nono Donny, Tsuki saying that Hinatas compliment shakes his confidence wasn´t meant in a positive way. He meant he´s starting to doubt that the new glasses are cool because Hinata thinks they are :D

[@psixi2668]

just Tsukki being his usual dry self lol

[@OmiOmislysolofficial]

@@psixi2668 it's just Tsukki being his usual Saltshaker Beanpole himself

[@jeelezara317]

Can't blame him... Hinata basically likes everything new. 😂

[@girlinthewoods2059]

And that's why we love him

[@Edtheconfessor]

I’m glad you noticed Daichi’s stability in the team. This is a theme that gets carried on into their next game. They call Daichi the “foundation that no one really notices”, and thats why he’s one of my favourite characters!

[@coco-sh2ny]

He's the backbone of the team. He's my favorite captain out of all🥺❤️

[@keitiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii]

Upping for this! Hope coach will see this. Yes, Haikyuu always has a theme for every episode.

[@calliopemuse3210]

Yes! I love that he’s aware and accepts that he’s not gonna be the fancy type of player like Hinata who’s crazy athletic or Kageyama who’s crazy talented, so he worked the most hard on the one thing that he could do best: receiving and passing the ball

[@Edtheconfessor]

@@calliopemuse3210 yes! He’s very reliable I love him

[@Revoltine]

This is the hallmark of a really good all-arounder opposite. If you're not a left-handed super spiker or an extremely talented hitter on the right side, don't bank on getting noticed by the amateur eye. The true test of your strength is how often you allow for the best plays in the most subtle of ways and perform everyone's job (an all-arounder opposite can act as an effective secondary for ALL positions and a primary blocker) at the highest level despite not having any specialties.

[@nix9498]

11:18 Hinata’s hand was actually hurting because Kageyama did the high five too strong🤣🤣

[@nahtjona3902]

I rewatched that part and at 11:13 you can hear the massive high five Kageyama did, lol

[@kay-jay1581]

I love those background jokes. They get funnier after multiple views lol.

[@animagamer2]

Hey, this timestamp is totally off. It should be something like 11:08 or 11:10 You should edit your comment so people won't be confused 😅

[@nix9498]

@@animagamer2 oh I didn’t realize. I was just replying to what the Coach said during that time because he was wondering why Hinata was doing that thing with his hands.

[@ImAviex]

@@animagamer2 Its because thats when they show Hinatas hands and when Coach asked about it.

[@calliopemuse3210]

Japanese culture is just respectful in general. During their last time out, even though the team manager doesn’t play volleyball, the Johzenji players listened to her because she’s a senior (senpai) and she’s been with the team since freshman year.

[@MajorReynolds92]

"Unpredictability is not a sustainable playstyle" COACH DONNY CALLING IT BEFORE IT EVEN BEGINS

[@Edtheconfessor]

Hey Coach! Just wanted to say that what Suga meant by “it feels like we’re playing a talented baseball team in gym class” is that feeling when you’re in gym class and all the super athletic kids are on one team, and you and the other people are on the opposite team. He meant that Johzenji is the very athletic and talented team in gym class that is so strong that they get to play around and look cool!

[@veritas5287]

UP!

[@starryabigail2988]

ysss. He means that it feels like the other team does not require any volleyball skills or techniques, but quick response from unpredictable ways

[@Hsel-lc1wt]

Up up

[@stefonrandle9107]

Been there. I loved playing badminton and Volleyball and despite that i didn't play those sports, we had fun playing it.

[@BlueBlazeKing]

Exactly it’s like they have a team of Hinata’s

[@seekittycat]

A reminder that Daichi means "big ground/earth". A stable foundation in which his team can build. A perf name.

[@dominoxowy]

Especially for the next episode. It has a lot meaning.

[@seanandrews5329]

I ruined your 69 likes by making it 70 likes

[@princessinceso1632]

It is sad that, in manga. Aone's concern is that, no one sit beside him because he looks intimidating or scary

[@triplehhaikyuuhomie8850]

Right? coz i would

[@Unknown_crusader]

Yeah.

[@Unknown_crusader]

@@triplehhaikyuuhomie8850 Me too!

[@samkelly4132]

Spoiler: My favourite was that 1st year Hinata’s concern was that he couldn’t hold the ball with one hand And in his time jump, his pic was on him holding the ball with one hand Character development 😂😂 Also I would sit beside Aone 🥰

[@jay7tennis]

@@samkelly4132 PUT UP A SPOILER WARNING PLEASE!

[@princessinceso1632]

When you said he is available for voice actor- Terushima (johzenji's captain) voice actor actually is a big fan of haikyuu and wish to be one of the voice actor. And gladly, he became one.

[@ae_evolution2197]

"Wooh, this whole episode was just one set?". Ooooh, my sweet sweet summer child.

[@jay7tennis]

Shhhh spoilers! 🤣

[@ae_evolution2197]

@@jay7tennis there's no "when", contrary to another comment! :D

[@Hsel-lc1wt]

*laughs in season 3*

[@jay7tennis]

@@ae_evolution2197 comment below you and above me gave a time frame 🤐🤦🏻‍♂️

[@paperbackwriter1111]

Remember reading month to month when one manga chapter would sometimes be just one receive.

[@bmo1878]

One of the best things about this show is even the most "Antagonist" teams have parts that you can't help but like. There are no real "Villains" (kind of) just other people with the same goal as you. So Coach started disliking Johzenji but by the middle of the episode they surprise him. They won't be your favorite team, but you cant hate them in the end.

[@seekittycat]

SPOILER: I totally love Terushima more after he became a total Daichi stan hahaha

[@simonzimmermann1840]

What do you think about Nohebi?

[@AuliaFZahro]

Basically you can't hate anyone in haikyuu (personal or team, even coaches)

[@chernoalphaspunch]

I think the only (kinda) villain in Haikyu are Oikawa and Washijo Sensei. And even Washijo Sensei have a good portion in Hinata development (manga reader must know what i mean).

[@Ryan_gogaku]

@@simonzimmermann1840 Even Nohebi gets some redemption after the fact. The captain in particular is really redeeemed throughout Season 4, but the injured ace is already a very sympathetic character. Basically, ruthlessness isn't necessarily a sign of bad character, per se. It's much the same story, really, as Terushima from Johzenji, in a sense.

[@MovedJupiter508]

I love Yachi being less shy after every game and cheering with the team

[@ZeroOhClock]

27:37 It seems that the sub doesn't make it as obvious but this moment always gave me actual chills. Daichi standing tall in front of the "Simplicity and fortitude" banner after his performance this episode? Exemplifying exactly what the team was originally about? Wow.

[@Intersectingstuff]

This is such a glorious Daichi moments, the moment Terushima notice the strength of Daichi

[@librarian4485]

Yeah and that slight annoyance from terushima seeing how Daichi embodied their simplicity and fortitude. It was like he was again reminded and lectured of how important it is to not be reckless.

[@nix9498]

OMG!!! I WASN’T EXPECTING THIS VERSION OF “Let’s get this Haikyuu party started!! 🤩🤩

[@m.sora1479]

IKR?! 😂😂😂

[@charlielert4572]

I SCREAMED !!! 😂

[@ErgeYT]

Pretty epic ngl

[@tefi1602]

For real!!!!

[@jay7tennis]

That Ushiwaka “Let’s get this Haikyuu party started” edit was GREAT!

[@magacofi]

I was pleasantly surprised by that

[@sowmyad1487]

In the previous season, the neighborhood association guys used to call Hinata as "Shrimpy" or Asahi as "Long-haired guy" but now they call all the players by their name. The development in this show is fluid and seamlessly.

[@dichotomusprime6646]

Coach Donny's talk of the role he plays on his real-life team made me realize: he does radiate Big Daichi Energy. Chill, stable, reflective, knowledgeable.

[@IiIygarden]

but when he plays he did say he was most similar to tanaka, who is quite different to daichi

[@GabrielSouza-ie1tt]

@@IiIygarden he's seems to be a mix of Daichi, Tanaka and Hinata.

[@magacofi]

@@GabrielSouza-ie1tt which is crazy to think about XD

[@eunniestorage7466]

this is why he's my favorite haikyuu reactor

[@아뤼-g3c]

The reason Terushima (captain of Jozenji) and their manager have certain reactions to Daichi is because he reminds them of their former captain, when Jozenji was more of a "simplicity and fortitude" kind of team. Terushima used to think that was boring and tried to defy it and build a wilder, freer team in his generation but this game is allowing him to develop an appreciation for the former captain.

[@leonardo835q]

"wow this entire episode was just one set" laughs at season 3

[@Shane3599]

LMAO i can’t wait for coach to react to season 3

[@MegaMaquiavelico]

Was season 4 part 2 like season 3? Only 1 game?

[@kiritsuna]

Beware of the spoiler Yeah, the match against Shiratorizawa was quite long, butthe one against Inarizawa isn't left behind

[@breannbubolz6583]

I really really cant wait for him to meet the "Guess Monster"! LOL!!!

[@leonardo835q]

@@MegaMaquiavelico I mean kinda but we still in season 4 it was a game + a lot of side storys and a full episode on nekoma but season 3 was the game and roll the credits

[@Bee-vu6ye]

When coach Donny talked about systems vs. individuals at 15:48 - 16:22 **My Season 3 ass intensifies** it's that "Battle of Concepts"!

[@emilia-tan890]

Me too... I'm patiently-unpatiently waiting!!

[@n4ko]

yeah man, hes gonna have so much commenting for those episodes, we are probably getting one hour episodes xD...

[@Bee-vu6ye]

@@n4ko Right? I'm excited for it already, even though it'll take months of waiting. I'm still up for it!

[@keitiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii]

Same here. I also remembered the same thing. I'm excited to Coach Donny's reaction to Season 3.

[@alessandroripardo3137]

I was about to comment on this *-*

[@goneill]

Coach Donny listening to the first little bit of the opening because “it’s so catchy” is so relatable this half of the season 😂

[@blk5772]

The Karasuno team member you haven't seen that much before is named Narita (guy with the shaved head). The names of the other second years we don't see often are Ennoshita (dark brown hair with a side part), and Kinoshita (short, spiky light brown hair).

[@EzartJMir]

He actually seem to recognize Kinoshita back then when mistakenly watch S4

[@abtsarinazalifahmohdtaufek]

They call themselves 'the ones who ran away'. In season 1 Ennoshita told Hinata about them running away from the club during Grandpa Ukai's tenure.

[@co0kii]

it’s the ITAs - I wonder if there’s a hidden meaning behind that :)

[@camopooper]

@@co0kii I read your reply and I doubt this was the intention, if it’s intentional, but “ito/a” kind of means little or someone named after a parent (like [name] Jr.) or other family member in Spanish. It’s added to the ends of names or roles, like Juan becomes Juanito but “ita” is for females specifically so “ita” at the end of their names is like calling them “little girls” which would be a semi-outdated insult referring to them quitting and not being able to “take it like a man”

[@co0kii]

@@camopooper oooh the shade haha nah i’m not a spanish speaker

[@Prosfair]

One thing that I love about Haikyuu is how well the symbolism is done and how every character gets their chance to shine. I think you picked up really quickly that this episode highlights the foundation and leadership that Daichi provides for the team but I think it's a little less obvious that the Johzenji motto "Simplicity and Fortitude" is supposed to be represented by Daichi here.

[@EzartJMir]

I think that why it flashed previous Johzenji's captain in Daichi

[@nix9498]

“But if these guys are with me I’m not going to lose.” Hinata’s belief in his team overall is 👌🏼👌🏼✨🤩

[@jackkeller1152]

Tuff

[@jackkeller1152]

Fdioiclk

[@fleurdons3787]

Actually I don’t think most of Jozhenji are basketball players that student talking to Futakuchi (from Dateko) just said he’s friends with someone from Jozhenji’s basketball team that witnessed the volleyball team play 2v2 for practice 😅😅

[@soymilkassassin]

I like that Coach Donny just created his own backstory for Johzenji 😅

[@elisabethn2893]

Yes, thank you. These boys are all volleyball players, they just don't act like normal ones lmao

[@mikuu2854]

@@soymilkassassin Coach just misinterpreted the lines, that's all

[@ankrla]

I want to highlight and expand the conversation between Hinata and Yamaguchi, in which the latter says "in order to fully enjoy a match, you need strength" cause that's an idea developed throughout the whole series. Yamaguchi, when practicing (and failing to do) his floating serve, reflects that his body doesn't move the way he wants it to and the ball doesn't go where he wants it to; he previously thought that just being on a team and messing around was fun, but realized that in a competition you have to be truly good to have fun. In Hinata's case, he's small and initially lacks of VB basis abilities such as receiving. He knows he needs to practice really hard cause even though he is and always will be small, he can be better. So it's not that the source of strength is having fun, even though feeling joy is a big part of being able to grow in the sport. The notion buildt here is that "being good means being free": you have to be strong to be able to move freely, to play in the same level of other strong people and, ultimately, have fun because your body, your abilities and your grownth allow you to.

[@jasmineliu9922]

I only caught this on my second read through of Haikyuu because it's so subtle, but right at 27:36 when Daichi is talking about he will act as the team's stability, he stands in front of Johzenji's "Simplicity and Fortitude" banner, showing how he exemplifies those traits!

[@IMOUTBACCK]

26:32 In the English dub of the show, Hinata calls Terushima "Dye-Job" but in retaliation he calls him "Carrot Top" and it's so funny.

[@Bee-vu6ye]

I really love how people are waiting for this like I do. I love the interaction in the comment section simply because of the love everyone's got for Haikyuu. People getting together because they love a certain thing and getting to experience it as well is such a joy especially during this quarantine period. That's Haikyuu for you!

[@breannbubolz6583]

And, We all still have such a long journey to go! Im spilling over with impatience sometimes about upcoming things, and its SOOO hard not to spoil it.. but its so much fun to read all the comments from those who haven't seen it before!

[@Bee-vu6ye]

@@breannbubolz6583 Yaaaas!

[@mustofa3688]

Woa....you still in quarantine?

[@Bee-vu6ye]

@@mustofa3688 sort of. I mean, there are places near us are still quarantined so I'd like to assume that we are too.

[@DinamitaLife]

11:31 Hinata went to high-five (well, high ten) Kageyama and if you listen he hit him too hard, and it hurt, that's why he was looking at his hands like that.

[@satorisakura9275]

If you didn't know, Terushima (the yellow hair dude in jozenji) is actually the smartest character in Haikyuu when it comes to academics XD

[@kadeknadya3726]

I was really surprised when I see which class he is in

[@chickendinner8079]

Fr

[@lovemi6403]

But they are from different schools though? Some schools have higher academic standards than others so to compare the characters based on the classes they're in would not be accurate and I think the class numbers would depend on the student population in each school. The more students = the more sections/classes for that year level. Say there are 100 3rd year students and each class should have a max population of 20 students then 100 students÷20 students=5 classes/sections for the 3rd year level. Correct me if I'm wrong.

[@kadeknadya3726]

@@lovemi6403 yes that is true. Why they said that (and why we believe the same), is because in his biography, Terushima is in class 2-7, if I'm not mistaken. Which means he is one of the smartest character in Haikyuu in terms of academic.

[@lovemi6403]

@@kadeknadya3726 yes but she claimed that he is the "smartest character in haikyuu" which is completely baseless, "one of the smartest academically" is more accurate.

[@khorart]

8:47 Hinata didn't jump to the ball using this wall He jumped, saved the ball and only then used his leg as a bumper to not crash into the wall

[@TheSarcasmKid1]

Coach touched on this a little but the reason Haikyuu is so appealing to so many is because it isn’t good guys against bad guys, it’s people against people and the compelling story telling has you rooting for *almost* everyone and sometimes frustrated just as much when other teams are struggling.

[@thomasthomsen2678]

The Johzenji players aren't from the basketball team, but the libero from Date Tech just knew someone from the basketball team of Johzenji, who knows about their training routines on the volleyball team, but it makes sense with the cross-sport players.

[@magacofi]

That was a funny misunderstanding. Then for the rest of the reaction I was like "But... They're not really... ah- nevermind"

[@TrianaNero]

I’ve only noticed it now, but as I rewatched the episode, it felt like Jouzenji’s theme of genuinely having fun while playing really bloomed in the most recent game in the anime, and this match was among the first stones. Haikyuu!!’s rewatch value is just so damn high. Also, for those who don’t know, “Playground” (the name of this episode and the corresponding chapter) is the name of Furudate’s debut one-shot! You can check out the official voiced version on my channel, I happened to translate it recently x)

[@coromgregson1119]

Coach! I love how you said basketball players make good middles! That is exactly how I am. I was a basketball player when I was younger but in high school I started playing volleyball and became a solid middle blocker. Now I'm on a scholarship for my College's volleyball team!

[@niariella03]

That’s awesome! Congrats!!😊

[@Chowless]

There is a quote from later on in the Haikyuu manga that hasnt been animated yet that reminds me of this match. Its not a spoiler, but if you dont want to read it then dont look 😂 "Being good means being free". It's one of my favorite quotes from the series, and you can see it a lot in this game. It pays off putting in the hard work to be good. Haikyuu is so inspirational its unbelievable

[@patmonte8426]

I wad caught off guard! The Ushijima "Let's get this Haikyuu Party started! " impression is a pleasant surprise that made me scream HAHAHAHAHHAHA 😂

[@adrielcruz2736]

I DROPPED EVERYTHING I WAS DOING FOR THIS LES GO

[@audrechan9313]

Me too 😬

[@redvex2350]

So true!!

[@VaughnTheOptimistic]

Same I paused the anime I was watching to watch this.

[@magdasousa574]

Me too, I was playing a game in my phone when I saw the notification, lol

[@aidevaldez4081]

short idea for a video? Coach Danny saying "You should have come to shiratorizawa " ahahaha

[@trungnguyen-vq8um]

Two things, coach Donny saying “LUCKYYY” made my day. And you didn’t realise, but when there’s that comparison between Jozhenji’s prior captain and Daichi, behind him is their banner “simplicity and fortitude” the perfect words to capture Daichi’s personality and play style.

[@mcfreshness]

I'm glad Coach is starting to like the Jo-Douchebag team and is relating it to other high school teams.

[@bkninja3172]

You're starting to pop up a lot on various channels, G. Like one of those mustachioed fellas

[@khinzaw77]

Honestly they aren't really that bad, aside from being annoying with Shimizu. They're just trying to have fun and just needed a little guidance to focus all their energy.

[@khalilSTOP]

"Woah, this entire episode was just one set ?" Coach Donny not prepared for next seasons.

[@Daesma999]

11:25 no, he was literally in pain. You can see how red his palms are. Kageyama just hits everything too hard 😂😂😅

[@Scilk_607]

When there’s so much character development that even coach Donny develops from calling them Joe-douchebag to calling them by their actual name

[@magacofi]

Ah yes, give me more of that Also, the upgrade of kpop to "kpop and his boyband group" from last ep do be really neat XD fitting.

[@jaimiemills8563]

In regards to the Spiderman move Hinata did, Furudate said in the manga at the end of that chapter(109): "When I was still a student, I always wished that I could pull off something like that in a game. I didn't get a chance to back then, so I'm happy that I got the opportunity to draw something like it in this story."

[@tylerdoncaster528]

Little note at 27:00 when noya compliments daichi in the dub he says 'nice ass wiping' and it's so funny, disentangle really matter but I thought it was funny

[@ZyxiaYrah]

The thing about Johzenji is they treat the game like they're kids in a playground. Even the word they use to talk about matches characterizes them as a team.

[@alex.a1373]

Coach should do the Oikawa-Ushijima face off when Ushiwaka says the infamous “you should have gone to Shiratorizama” line in Ushijima’s voice 😂

[@kageseiryuu8675]

11:25 It happened off screen but when the Johzenji captain was commenting on Hinata and Kageyama's quick, you could hear a "slap" noice from Kageyama giving Hinata a way too forceful high-five/ten so he was shaking his hands to get rid of the stinging

[@Vas-73]

I love this episode for showcasing just how much of beast Daichi is. His inner fortitude is the pillar of the whole team.

[@theoacean]

I can't wait for coach Donny to see the Wakunan game

[@Yoshi-vm9in]

Me too

[@newphonewhodis7069]

i cant wait for tsukis moment. im eager waiting to see how coach reacts to that considering tsuki practically mimics Coach Donny vs Ushiwaka

[@raghavdeshpande7971]

D-Daichi san ?

[@dominoxowy]

Tanaka nice kill!

[@hugogamboas.5550]

I’m also excited for that one. I hope no one makes “the joke” you know the one.

[@marriane4510]

5:46 op starts playing and coach starts singing *0* yeeesss i love all haikyuu's soundtrack but fly high just a chef's kiss

[@destam4471]

Thats Ushijima voice over was priceless. Haikyu creators hit Coach Donny up.

[@NotAnotherCommonName]

My favorite thing about Johzenji is that in Japanese, the verb you use to mean "play" in "play volleyball" is "suru" which translates to "to do." The Johzenji characters, specifically the blond one Terushima use "asobu" which translates literally to "play" but the connotation means something more like "to play around." Which is explains their more goofy style of play. To them volleyball is something you just have fun with, not something as serious as Karasuno treats it.

[@lunyx8849]

One of my favourite episodes actually. It really brought out Daichi's character and his importance on the team. Daichi and Suga balances the team's 'craziness' out with their structure, discipline, and simplicity. Also is a gentle reminder how every team needs a strong foundation to build on top of!

[@kidslash4655]

I don't think they are trying to "look cool" 'like Highschool Athletes, I think they are just playing simply to have fun that's why they don't get down when they mess up or anything.

[@ichigoparfaitgatomaranai]

"I wonder if Haikyuu is gonna feature one of those saves." Dear god. You have no idea Coach, but you're gonna get one and a half.

[@_carlito_5367]

“Daichi” 大地 means “great land” or “the earth” Which ties perfectly to his role as the foundation through his defense

[@lethuylinhnguyen]

Coach: "I'm curious who else Hinata is going to connect with from other teams." Me: Evil grin at the upcoming seasons

[@keitiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii]

Yeah, more characters to come that I will connect with Hinata's character.

[@noodle9334]

Omg 😱 “just like a father figure” did I hear that right? Dadchi(Daichi) and Sugamama(Sugawara) be the parents of the whole Karasuno team and Ukai and Takeda are like the supervising grandparents:)

[@FedeRama]

A few days ago, i descovered that Nishida Yuji have started his own youtube channel and i cannot be more happy xD He seems to be a really cool guy

[@hopewelch9421]

He really is!! I’m a recent nishida fan too haha. Quick thing i find funny: I compare his serves to the likes of Oikawa-he’s insane!! And he did a video with some buddies where they tried to do the waterbottle serve thing and nishida, the incredibly awesome server, couldn’t knock it down😂 anyways, i’d love to nerd out about him and ishikawa with anybody who wants lol

[@FedeRama]

@@hopewelch9421 He has the power of Ushijima (Also left hand), the jump of Hinata, the serve of Oikawa, and the personality of Tanaka 😂 Who is his favourite character from the show. Ishikawa is very lucky to have him as a best friend :)

[@hopewelch9421]

@@FedeRama for real! Those two are unstoppable!! Been watching VNL and waiting for nishida to come onto the court! (I havent seen their sunday match yet, so idk if he has already or not) and whats more, he’s got the jump of hinata and the height of tsukishima :O basically he’s the ultimate vb player at this point lol

[@redvex2350]

Just gasped and clicked as soon as I saw the thumbnail, didn't even need to read the title. I think it's cool how recognizable they are.

[@bkninja3172]

Minor teasing for season 4: Coach is going to love Shinsuke on Inarizaki. Now there's someone who brings simplicity and fortitude.

[@sunday_7027]

34:24 "Good volleyball should actually look pretty boring." That perfectly defines Nekoma 😺 Also coach talked about "Systems vs. Individuals" He is definitely going to enjoy Season 3 😁

[@artemedeev4411]

"Wow this entire episode was just one set?" Oh coach you have no idea

[@sarah-maudemartin1583]

Hey coach, at the end of the episode, it is actually the middle of the second set. Coach Ukai is saying something like the second set is starting for real now because johzenji is getting serious.

[@Gaurav_9339]

Coach Donny- wow this entire episode was just one set. Me- just wait for the 4th season where every episode has just one point with its back story and it is still fun to watch😂

[@MrTrix0]

15:18 so what you are saying is "being good means being free" that rings a bell 👀

[@KuraiSensei]

Petition for Coach Donny to speak with his Volleyball team as long as he can before bursting to laughter in Ushijima's voice, Lets goooo!

[@liani141]

I love how he talked about how systems beat individual talent. Because that’s going to be important later on.

[@pedrofritz9784]

Johzenji is " crazy " like this because they don't have a solid base, like karasuno's third years. It's kinda sad

[@nix9498]

I have never clicked on a video so fast in my entire life. 🤣🤣

[@magdasousa574]

That was me today lol

[@zareefhossain6871]

"Discipline is freedom" - Coach Donny One of the best saying I have ever heard.

[@dndhndn]

9:18 but Hinata dig the ball before he landed on the wall.

[@seekittycat]

Hana-san is the best I love her so much!!! Show all these men (including the coach lol) what's real!! I always wondered if it's because the coach is a newbie. He also came from a school with a really structured volleyball team (you'll meet them later) so he never worked with kids who aren't naturally disciplined.

[@dreamerofvocaloids]

That scene where Daichi is telling Hinata and Kageyama that he’ll look out for them, and he’s shown standing in front of Johzenji’s banner, is just so symbolic and beautiful for me. It really sums up why I love Daichi. And it’s why this episode is my favorite from Haikyuu.

[@MrGenetoreve]

"To make my teammates better" I fully resonate to this. I used to play a lot of sports when I was younger and this was my mantra. I doesnt matter if they thing Im only good at defense, what matters is that I create opportunities for my teammates to attack. Getting lose balls, stealing, blocking, rebounding, positioning myself to get a better passing angle, and now that I am playing more video games with my friends (since they prefer it and I dont have anyone to play physical sports). I still follow the same mantra, I am willing to do the sacrificial plays to make sure my teammates morale and confidence stays high.

[@Aanike09]

A couple of quick clarifications: The reason the coach isn't as efficient is that he's a new coach. He is the one who introduced 2v2 practices at the school. I like the fact that haikyuu gives the coaches faults too instead of making them all just all-knowing wise-cracking experts. All players on Johzenji are volleyball players. The reason basketball was brought up was that the Date tech player said that his friend was on the basketball team at the school and that through them he found out about the 2v2 practice.

[@Ryan_gogaku]

2:00 Shorter format in Ushijima's voice: after the end of the 3rd season, there's a bonus scene (a few minutes only) with Shiratorizawa. The reaction to that would be a good opportunity.

[@תהילהפולק]

That would be awesome!

[@FujiBou]

34:19 I've literally rewatched Haikyuu like 4-5 times now, and I never noticed the guy in the back (#9) with the Ginyu squad (Burter) pose LOL

[@Sandwhaler]

I find it fun and fitting that Johzenji guys say "asobo". Since if I'm correct the meaning would be "play around" instead of "let's play in this match" or something around those lines.

[@SpringStarFangirl]

Something that I love about this episode and the following ones is that it shows just how flexible Karasuno truly is. When playing against the "party team" Johzenji, they go back to basics and keep everything steady, whereas when they're playing against the powerhouse Shiratorizawa, they get creative with their moves and go at it in such a way that Shiratorizawa can't read them. Flexibility is truly Karasuno's hallmark.

[@Khay-77]

Johzenji - The Diet Coke version of a future team we'll see.

[@viveknamikaze761]

Lol haha

[@WindyfulWeather]

"DIET COKE!!" bruh im dead lmao

[@tew4477]

What team? I feel dumb, I even read the manga...

[@collapsedjack3742]

@@tew4477 Inarizaki, I guess lol

[@aaronjaani]

@@tew4477 Prolly talking about Inarizaki

[@samkelly4132]

Aahhh so excited! Johzenji’s style is my favourite, can’t wait to see your reaction!

[@nahima]

This is one of my favorite seasons. Its just so many different teams and different events. I will also say as a person who played sports with glasses as a kid in the 90s, I ALWAYS WANTED SPORTS GLASSES!

[@hokshii]

not sure if you noticed in the flashback, but coach anabara announced himself as the new coach for johzenji this year! so not only are the boys all kind of wild cards, the coach is still getting to know the team a bit. perhaps that's why he isn't seen giving as much feedback during the timeouts during the game so far? the manager just might have a slightly closer relationship to the team than the new coach since she's been with them (a little) longer.

[@MrYounis26]

33:13 "Discipline is freedom" , never thought such wisdom would be heard from coach donny in a haikyuu reaction, I have also heard of that line from a book and it stuck with me since.

[@minsnail2276]

I feel like the Daichi x terushima dynamic is underrated, but it's one of my favourites in the show. Terushima is such a loose cannon and sees no value in stability in a strong foundation. But seeing how Daichi plays, he begins to understand how significant it is.

[@zak725]

(Really Minor Spoiler) It is really interesting that when looking back on this match, and seeing that Johzenji and Bokuto have to same mindset when playing volleyball, that they try to have the most fun when playing it. But Bokuto actually understand that in order to have the most fun you have to put in the most work

[@breannbubolz6583]

"This whole episode was one set,,,?" Well, it was more like 1 1/2 sets... and... I cant wait to see your reaction to the next episode! As Always, THANKS Coach!

[@aliahalcain3143]

In Japan, you won't really find people playing multiple sports in school. Since they treat it as a club and their athletes specialize in one sport year round. When they reference the baseball team they were just making a comparison. And when they say someone from the basketball team at Jozenji, they were saying that the basketball player watched Jozenji volleyball practices.