Olympic Volleyball Player Reacts to Haikyuu!! S2E23: "Team"

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

Ok was this Mad Dog backstory a little teaser? Are we getting more of this??

[@anilkumar-fk8fc]

This is all the backstory we get.

[@robinomana589]

@@josephocenada Lol you're demanding. Let her watch it on her own time.

[@josephocenada]

@@robinomana589 oh nevermind I skimmed, it's fine to watch the last two episodes separate

[@huyxiun2085]

"Bad" question, asking for spoilers ;) You'll see!

[@SnailHatan]

@@huyxiun2085 Saying whether we learn more about a person’s past is hardly a spoiler

[@Likian5]

The sheer level of energy and insight from Sarah when it comes to Haikyuu is pretty refreshing, honestly. I've watched other coaches/players' reactions to this series as well, but something about her reaction just feels like it adds some much-needed touch in a way.

[@TrianaNero]

I feel like she's got a /really/ great balance between her professional perspective and actually paying a lot of attention to the story and its more emotional, ~personal~ aspects of character growth. In a way, now that I think about it, it is the same kind of balance Haikyuu has as a story between the sports and the story (characters) aspect :"D

[@TheNilsbuss]

It is as Triana said, I have seen quite allot of people react to Haikyuu and out of the players/coaches that give insight practically all of them miss so much of the story or completely forget the story. While Sarah is actually watching and enjoying the show whilst also being able to give insight.

[@seekittycat]

I remember when she first started about how "she doesn't really watch anime" so I was expecting her to look at Haikyuu from a purely technical aspect. But Sarah is so emotionally invested since day one is ready to throw hands 😂😂. I feel because she's so advance on the technical aspect of volleyball she has no problem following the plays and can focus on the drama and emotion that's happening on the court easier then many first time watchers who might get confused.

[@MM-nx8dt]

Her, semblance of sanity, and ayolaxzone are unmatched.

[@emi-ki2ee]

it’s because she’s also super into the story and characters

[@darwinray7394]

Why Oikawa is Good: Good at meshing with his teammates no matter their proclivities + Hard Worker during Practice + Never Backs Down even when against the ropes + Usually remains calm Why Oikawa is Bad: Immature, Gets Jealous of others Btw The pickle curse was adorable haha

[@luckyann4300]

Yahaba's inner future captain is showing hard in this one and we love it :D It's really great because he did something none of Kyotani's teammates did before. As we see in the flashback, his team saw only a weapon in him and then just abandoned him when he got off the rails. But Yahaba snapped him back into teamwork and Oikawa finished it with the next toss. Two captains together getting a good player back on the team, it's really sweet.

[@namelessking111]

Did you really just casually dropped a Yahaba spoiler in Aobah Johsai's future?

[@luckyann4300]

@@namelessking111 it was only speculation when I wrote that comment, so is it really a spoiler?

[@roxyren]

Sarah, if you can't remember, Kageyama said that 'as long as i'm here, you're invincible' line first during their first match with neighborhood association (s1 ep10). I just wanna mention that bcs that line is so special to kagehina's relationship as rivals and partners.

[@dannysea6980]

Put some more respect on Iwaizumi’s name, he’s been going off in this match, getting so many great digs and spikes in, he’s such a good player and teammate!!

[@t3cchan]

I love how you pick up on all these small facial expressions, it's really adding a lot to the experience of rewatching the show alongside you! Like with Tsukki's little smirks whenever he successfully gets into people's heads. I feel like I'm getting a better understanding of where Tsukki finds joy in volleyball

[@CR-rw6dh]

When Sarah Pavan posts, I drop everything and watch 😆

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

🥰 I love this

[@Shp4318]

Same here!

[@MohammadReza-gt2xx]

Me too.👌🏻🤝🏻😂😍

[@tractorKing]

This might've been said already but there's some cool bonus scenes following this season. You'll need to look them up separately on here, but only after this season! ❤️

[@dmartinillo]

Up!

[@iraderamos4139]

YES!!

[@medhachoudhary007]

That Kiyoshi guy's speech about team to mad dog:- "A team is reliable and also annoying at times. They are strong allies yet cause a lot of stress", was top tier 👍. I am sure it resonates with every person to some extent. We all have friction within a team at some point in our life. Haikyuu is just the best.

[@rygarzayt]

I think the story of Mad Dog imo is showing how he finds an outlet in volleyball and a feeling of belonging he’s been searching for. I can’t say that it’s too important in the long run other than showing another side to an interesting character. Still fun to see more stories in general of these players!

[@Nathahollic]

The thing about Haikyuu is that it shows that anyone can play volleyball. Whatever personality you may have, and the way they play is different because of that personality. I love it.

[@erineko1847]

Honestly, I would have loved to see it if they had given us more about Kyōtani’s back story. But the point has been made in this episode, in the previous team he played, his teammates would talk behind his back and never confronted him to his face like Yahaba did here or Iwaizumi and Oikawa previously. As Yahaba understood, Kyōtani was putting on a front but we don’t have further insight into him and that is a pity. Even when I understand that for narrative reasons Aoba Johsai High is presented as a foil to Karasuno, as I rewatched the first two seasons, I think that this team and Nekoma are very interesting. We have to focus on Karasuno, but the dynamics of the other teams are as much interesting, as well as the individual stories of characters like Kenma and Oikawa.

[@rosskoike226]

I love hearing Sarah singing praises to Tsukki's emotional intelligence!!! At 5:37 you can see Tsukki looking at Tanaka and Mad Dog glaring at each other. He is very observant, and he uses all these subtle things to help the team score a point. There will be more scenes like this in the future seasons and I cannot wait for you to watch them! Also, has Tsukki set a foot in Sarah's love castle???

[@Kuoncchi]

Maybe a bit overlooked but when Mad Dog came back to the court, Oikawa's first set was to him. This makes Okiawa's "I believe in you" more impactful, the look he gave Mad Dog also says a lot, it was like I know you got this one. Just a nice small detail I think was nice.

[@mitchelmosier7205]

This last set is so intense! Can’t wait for you to finish watching this match

[@kamakazines4901]

I'm so glad that you appreciate Tsukki's mental game. That was always my favorite part in playing 😅

[@AlbertRotten]

The next episode is going to be a wild one. It's probably the one episode I'm most interested in seeing Sarah react to.

[@bdylp1098]

Loved seeing Iwaizumi's great receive being noticed (23:10).🎵 Gonna leave my support as usual, & my personal opinions about the iffy subs as usual: 18:45 「チームから逃げて…あっちこっちで定住する事なく練習…」➔ "Running away from the team, and practicing elsewhere without rest". This should be more like “So you ran away from your team... practice here & there without settling down anywhere (choosing any 1 place) …”. 　I’m assuming that they translated 「定住 (=to settle down)」to ”without rest” either because they thought “to settle down” was meant in a “to tone down the excitement” kinda way or that NOT settling down must equal "non-stop", but 「定住」has a "take up residence" type of meaning, so the “settle down” here is rather about “choosing a place/base of operations”. 25:13「まだ？」➔"Again?". This is perfectly fine & unavoidable with the way they translated the line right before, but 「まだ」actually means "yet" or "still" (「また」is "again"). A more literal translation for Oikawa's「でも、まだ変えずにいってみよう！」would be like "But let's (still) keep trying without changing it (for a while)". The word "again" kinda sounds like they could've just tried it out a few more times rather than giving off the vibe that they continued trying this out for some time afterwards. This is just really a nit-pick, since this ep had very few lines I had a problem with. LOL

[@seekittycat]

I love this thank you ❤️

[@bdylp1098]

@@seekittycat 😊

[@bdylp1098]

Delighted that so many people gave me "likes" for my comment for this ep (usually, just 0 to maybe 4), but am also a bit perplexed at the same time, since this ep's had very little to give, unlike some other eps where I REALLY had bones to pick with the subs (LOL). I hope someday people would read those comments, too...

[@AwkwardElizabeth]

​@@bdylp1098 I definitely have been looking forward to reading your comments! you explaining the nuances of word choices in the translations adds so much for depth and understanding to the show! especially when you clarify mis-translations about characters' emotional states or just give more context as to why a translation works but actually says so much more than what the subs give. I appreciate your comments so much! I hope others read them as well because it really does deepen my connection with the show and these amazing characters. context is everything, thank you so much!! ❤

[@bdylp1098]

@@AwkwardElizabeth Thanks for the nice comment!

[@maykatsuki]

It seems Sarah starting to like tsukki, she even catch tsukk's victory smirk

[@locomojoboy2]

Sarah is the most keenest reactor to Haikyuu I’ve seen. With that said, I wonder if she’ll have a reaction moment to those famous words said in the next episode, or if it’ll just go right over her head like it did to Donny?

[@girish2754]

I love this episode so much - that whole conversation by Yahaba, I respect that a lot

[@Fotoschiki]

Haikyuu has a beautiful unique "hero enemy" concept. Ofcause we are rooting for Karasuno, but Haikyuu gets really legendary once we start to root for the other team aswell. Many other anime have you root for the "hero" only, which also happens at the beginning of every match in Haikyuu. But they humanize the opponent during the game, show us past, present and character progression on the other side of the net and THEN the real fun begins. Transforming a faceless wall of an enemy to overcome into a friendly sports rival for us is the Haikyuu magic. That way we have twice the fun when a play works out, both for Karasuno AND for the opponent. That makes the eventual victory even better, because Karasuno hasn't just defeated a powerfull group of nonames, but actually capable people who also gave it their all. I find it so wholesome when other teams "we" have defeated (or have to defeat yet) come to watch Karasuno's match and vice versa and they root for each other. Best example and best rival is Nekoma.

[@linh_tran93]

Here's the extra Aoba Johsai ending to watch after episode 25 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpLSZmeVnauUd5I

[@DarkRichMoll]

As Oikawa enjoyer it's so fun to watch how Sarah deal with him

[@enjoys.trollingshittyreactors]

it's kinda funny how everytime she will praised him she will "i hate him but"

[@danah-hx6mk]

"You need to face the team, and have the team face you. If you're able to do that, you'll both clash and become even stronger. And if you're able to do that, just know that you're lucky. Teams like that don't exist everywhere." this is one of my favorite quotes/moments from the show. that shot of Kyotani (Mad Dog) turning around after scoring that point and seeing the team cheer for him as that last line hit always makes me a bit teary-eyed... I just can't help but love Aoba Johsai and the guys' dynamics (on and off the court). I do hope you'll be able to check out the little bonus scenes after you wrap up season 2 that gives a little more insight into Seijoh and what happens after this match. it's really heartwarming stuff

[@mani3001]

I love the impact Haikyuu has on you! This speaks to how great this series is. We're almost to the finish line and one of my favourite moments is coming up

[@Franco.L.Spinelii]

16:00 during the first season, in the practice match, we get to know Yahaba a little, Kindaichi and He has the now classic bathroom scene with Hinata, also, in that first match, Ooikawa doesn't play until match point because he's just recovered from an injury, so Yahaba played that match

[@mitchelmosier7205]

I DIDNT THINK YOU WOULD POST YAY

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

Had some issues, but I made it just in time!

[@nexustrevyn3307]

27:16 I swear the editing ideas just get wilder and wilder in each video

[@QnTn15]

Thanks for the consistent 30min of entertainment

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

You're the best!

[@shrutichoudhary9900]

Your videos really improve my overall mood, thank you for choosing to drop them on a Friday (where I live). It's like the whole weekdays' exhaustion is hitting at once and boom your video is on my home page and acts like a stress reliever.

[@shrutichoudhary9900]

Sarah, once this season is over do take a look at the movies, they are just all the episodes per season put together into form of a summary but have a few extra scenes. This match between Karasuno and Aoba Josai is "Haikyuu movie 3: Talent and Sense". You'll get to see more of Aoba Josai at the end, some really necessary and heart warming scenes.

[@HanaSnowflake]

Sarah, your reactions make me happy every Friday! I am also looking forward to Lydia's edits, including the screen effects.

[@kannychow9512]

Just about to go to bed, and then this came in and… “forget about sleep” 🤣

[@alinabenjamin5119]

ok, as you're nearing the end of the match and end of season 2 you absolutely need to check out the ending scene from the movie Karasuno vs Seijoh, there's an extra clip at the end which isn't included in the episodes.

[@bigt3785]

There's so many reasons why I love Sarah's reactions and pickle jinx officially goes down as another reason why.

[@ciceronorberto9330]

At the end of the season there's an AMV that tells a little bit of Aoba Jousai's story, I recommend you watch it, it's very good. I really like your reacts, despite not understanding almost any English lol, congratulations for the work and continue your reactions until the end.

[@icee0711]

Late night Sarah upload?! Was I about to go bed? Yes. Am I still going to? After I watch this.

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

Sorry!! I had to stay up late too to get this one out on time!!

[@musingmiyu]

sarah you are the best, echoing many other commentators here, like your attention to detail is so freaking amazing - also! your professional insight is just *chef's kiss*. I love how you instantly got yahaba and mad dog's interaction down - I saw other ppl react in an 'oh no...' manner, but you got it right away!!! also your begrudging respect for oikawa is the funniest thing hehe. I love love love your reaction videos, tysm for uploading them!!!

[@mizoe13]

Hello Sarah!❤️ I'm early today lol🤣 Really appreciate the effort of dropping these videos, thank you! Lots of love❤️

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

You're so welcome! I'm glad you enjoy them!

[@mizoe13]

@@SarahPavanVolleyball ❤️❤️❤️

[@silverant.5008]

I always wait for your video reactions, like every day 😅, because you always pay attention to the development of each character that sometimes others don't really pay attention to and uhh... I don't know how to express it 😩 but I reeeeally like your video, thank you ✨✨

[@777paito]

great reaction as always, your videos are one of the best part of my week Sarah :D

[@Juddenmar]

Can't remember the last time I commented on a video or that I was this early to a release. Can not WAIT for Sarah to see the end of this match.

[@breakneckvision]

It’s great how they contrast Mad Dog and Oikaowa with Hinata and Kageama in this episode. Both spikers require a lot of support from their setters and yet the two relationships are dramatically different. I LOVE THIS SHOW!

[@user-lo8lu7fp9s]

I will have goosebumps, joy and tears with you next time too. Thanks so much for your sending!

[@ArgKnoxville86]

I just realized, NEXT EPISODE IS 24! OMG THE HYPE

[@nateperkins9860]

I am so excited to have caught up and able to watch these as they come out, but it also sucks having to wait. These are great, and I can't wait for *the quote* and your reaction to it.

[@DR1BLESS]

You are my number 1 as far as reactors. You can see social cues, personalities, and storyline and remember things from passed eps. I love coach Donnie as a more growth and coaching aspect and how he teaches kids to grow and socialize

[@justaperson2762]

I always love your reactions. I'm not kidding when I say this is the best haikyuu reaction on youtube, no doubt.

[@peteypete9357]

5:10 the picklejinx energy is too strong for seijoh 🤣

[@Malo-Hombre71]

Haikyu is the best anime that shows rivals aren't necessarily bad guys but can lift you up and make you better.

[@swlfangirl]

So glad you enjoyed it!!!! This is one of my favorite episodes (I say that about all of them lol)

[@5thgen691]

Sometimes you have to humble some people they need it, mad dog had it coming, such a great scene 👌

[@zee_silivalleygirl]

I live for Sarah’s tiny breath chuckles ☺️ ahhh these reactions never fail to fill me with wholesome fuzzies, Sarah’s genie moments and v-ball insights and all. P.s. i was also really quiet in undergrad years and learned later that people used to be intimidated by my resting face, so i totally relate to being misunderstood in that way!! I’m also just shy and anxious.

[@jillvalentia3532]

I enjoy watching your reactions. It's hard to switch to other reactors even though they are further ahead. Keep it up Sarah!

[@CSBIBLE21]

next episode is my fav in the series, cant wait

[@yangzoe6934]

OMG I was thinking when you’re gonna upload!!! Good thing that I stayed up late looool. Love your content!!

[@SmorkyOwO]

Sarahhh just a reminder theres an episode 25 and ova (for aoba) before watching season 3 cant wait for you to react to it... much Love

[@harolgarciarok]

Just wake up and found you upload this. Better way to start the day 😄

[@Kuraiiell]

Ahhhhhhh I can't wait another 2 weeks for the end! Pleaaaase let the last 2 episodes come together as a super long episode!

[@G10-n7f]

At the end of season two are you planning on doing a video on your “all star team selection” like you did for season one, if so can you add who your bench players would be and coach too. Thanks.

[@skylwer]

I wish these reactions were more frequent your insight is good fresh and good to hear as an olympic athlete in this sport. Can't complain cause I'm happy we get it at all

[@Cosmic_Nova1]

Feeling sick, enjoying the reaction vids though. Makes me feel a tad better

[@Intersectingstuff]

YAYYY this brightens my Fridayyy!!!

[@tinrukawa11]

Well, there goes my sleep 😂 thank you for posting your video! ❤️ as usual, your input is so valuable and I just love how invested you are 😍

[@roninbelle804]

love the clip arts! noice job! 👍🏽

[@gulpreetkaur7561]

I'm learning new things, you're such an engaging reactor. That hitting second trick for the joust that you mentioned hasn't been said by any other reactors at all!!

[@marleny1956]

I look forward to these videos every week. It’s like a treat.

[@BumberFussin]

We’re almost there! Let’s go!!

[@milkntomatoes9418]

Pickle jinx!🤣 I might just use that from now on whenever I watch my fave teams

[@agentsofedits28]

You should really watch the Aoba Johsai ending after you finish season 2. It really helps flesh out the characters of Aoba Johsai.

[@dididyo2253]

Everyone talking about going to sleep… I just woke up to a treat! 😂

[@zze86]

Sarah called him "The Great King"! She will for sure be Stan-ning at the end of the season/next episode! 😂

[@Shp4318]

Sarah- I want the series to last forever.. Me - We know Sarah, we know

[@goawayinternet]

Love it. You rule Sarah!!

[@mahgeetahh]

I love how even though you dislike Oikawa, the fact remains that he is the Great King

[@Revaiel_]

I can already hear the OST of the immaculate final volley.

[@siddhantgautam29]

Amazing reaction🔥👍

[@kanzenatsume]

sarah out here teaching us magicks with pickle jinx

[@ancapatrascu1545]

With Oikawa, I think what Kageyama and Suga see as setters is his ability to work well with Mad dog off the bat, as soon as he comes back in, he understands that it's a good time to set him. Generally, i think kageyama and suga wouldn't know how to work with this guy and form a strategy around him in this way, and this is why they're impressed. To your 3 points Sarah, I would add 2 more why Oikawa seems to be super good- he's a great tactician and strategist, and he keeps tabs on how his hitters are feeling and changing during the match. I don't particularly like this character either - but i have to admit, he is very good and he makes the show very interesting

[@Astro2024]

Never clicked on a video so fast xD

[@BornNguyener]

LATE NIGHT SARAH UPLOAD LETS GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

[@EverGardens]

Oh there's a 25th episode for this season too Sarah 😆

[@IDIOTICWAN]

Started re-watching Haikyuu with Sarah as she began Season2. Can't believe Season 2 with Sarah is ending!! We want Haikyuu to continue forever so we get you, Sarah! Can't wait to see more of your reactions and wishing you the best of luck in your matches!❤ P.S. There's a bonus scene after E24. You can find it on KZbin :)

[@patmonte8426]

LET'S GOOOOO! What a great day to watch especially that I passed civil service exam!

[@alvhiennn]

I can't wait for the next reaction:3

[@RobustPhysics]

Next episode is a blast!! Favorite Oikawa scene in it

[@rodolfolopezrdz5951]

Genial, lo veré con mi desayuno!

[@AsuCaga16]

Starting off with the fire eyebrows this is going to be good! XD

[@lucasconde1939]

yess y really want u to react to s4 matches, especially de last one... It's my favorite from the anime. Thx 4 keeping this updating rythm I love ur reactions :D

[@DJKuroh]

1:30 am. Have to be up at 8am. Don't care. VOLLEYBALL. Pickle Jinx! I love it!

[@TheRikuideFurame]

Week 2 of 'Can someone please tell me what song is used in the background when Sarah is giving her thoughts?'.

[@RiKKarudo]

please, when you finish to see the season, dont forget see the OVA's 🙏

[@dani-yx4to]

even tho he has hardly any screentime throughout the series as a whole, that whole interaction with kyouken is what solidified yahaba as one of my all-time fav haikyuu characters! he’s kind of the next coming of oikawa but less ☆〜（ゝ。∂）and much more likely to say it like it is, which is definitely a characteristic that helps him wrangle kyouken more than oikawa ever could haha

[@h0rrr]

you have to do a meet and greet or something if you're ever around atlanta for anything!

[@cont600ml]

pickle jinx!!!😠...i hope that works on my everyday life, because im using it!

[@ercjerkson1]

So idk if you caught it but Hinata saying that is a call back to Kageyama to him in s1 when he was assuring Hinata he was just as good as Asahi during the game with the neighborhood association

[@thatguyshaq7053]

should be a crime to not watch 23+24 back to back. Next ep gonna be pure gas.

[@marcoeliu5738]

I was about to sleep but not anymore xc

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

Sorry!!!

[@ignacio8428]

Ujuuuu esperé por tu video, saludos desde chile!