Olympic Volleyball Player Reacts to Haikyuu!! S3E4: "The Halo Around The Moon"

Professional volleyball player and World Champion Sarah Pavan reacts to Haikyuu S3E4: "The Halo Around The Moon."
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"The Halo Around The Moon." Haikyu: 3rd Season. Writ. Taku Kishimoto, Dir. Masako Satō, Sentai Filmworks, 2016.
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I have no words. I may have just witnessed the greatest moment in Haikyuu... full on tears, full-body goosebumps. You know exactly which moment I'm talking about. The question is... does any Haikyuu moment top this one??
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Sarah Pavan is a Canadian beach volleyball Olympian and World Champion. She is the 3-time FIVB World Tour Best Blocker, and one half of 2019’s Most Outstanding Team. Before playing beach volleyball, Sarah Pavan was one of the world’s top indoor volleyball players. She had an impressive professional career in Italy, Brazil, South Korea, and China, and represented the Canadian Indoor National Team.
On this channel, Sarah shares everything you want to know about volleyball, from beginner skills all the way to the more advanced levels. You can find volleyball drills, how-to skill technique, sport-specific strength and conditioning exercises, strategy, and more. This is a great place to learn about volleyball from someone who has played at the highest levels in the world, both indoor and on the sand.

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

I have no words.... just a lot of tears and a body full of goosebumps

[@jujuchonk]

There's maybe only 1 or 2 scenes that hit me more emotionally than this one.... but that's a strong maybe.

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

I'm not sure I can handle those. This one really got me.

[@trackhoodie1741]

I"ve seen this episode at least 30 times now. I tear up every time to Tsukki's moment getting hooked on volleyball. Tsukki sure was misunderstood at first but also mixed in with a healthy portion of growth from his side as well the past 2.5 seasons. His whole character development is so well written. Moments like this are what help me fall in love with the sport of volleyball as well. What a great show!

[@Diwaystation]

I already told you in the previous video 😂

[@silnot8235]

Tsukki used the step that Kuuro taught him, the block technique of moving the hand at the very last moment... the moment when Tsukki falls into volleyball, which Bokuto advised /predicted. This is the best episode of many Haikyu fans out there, and it's a day that fans have been waiting for years for Sarah to review. Thank you so so much sarah!! And IMO, Eita is 'what if' version of the character of 'Oikawa in Shiratorizawa' . His hairstyle reminds me of Oikawa, but his hair color and position as the 2nd setter is like Suga, and his serve, which is also as Powerful as Oikawa... Even if Oikawa entered Shiratorizawa, as Ushiwaka said, Oikawa may have been the 2nd setter in the team like Eita because coach who prefers the setter who uses Ushiwaka a lot. I love this show, it enables various imaginations.

[@blackberrybat1476]

fun fact from behind the scene in this one! i saw in an interview with Tsukki's voice actor (Uchiyama Kouki) that everytime there was a scene where all the Karasuno players were cheering, the voice director told Uchiyama to sit it out. for 2 whole seasons. Uchiyama didn't get to cheer with the other actors for 2 whole seasons. so Tsukki's cheer after blocking UshiWaka was built on 2 seasons of the voice actor being told to hold back, then letting 2 seasons worth of emotions out all at once

[@AsuCaga16]

This is great thanks for sharing that detail. Makes the moment that much better!

[@linh_tran93]

I love that video but can't seem to find it anymore. Behind the scenes stuff are always fun. It's great to see voice actors talk passionately about different aspects of their job.

[@blackberrybat1476]

@@linh_tran93 i'm pretty sure it was a Radio Haikyuu episode with Murase & Ishikawa? but i wouldn't know how to find which one it was

[@linh_tran93]

@@blackberrybat1476 no, it was a stage event with Karasuno and Shiratorizawa VAs. I'll try to find it again, if it hadn't been removed because of copyright or something.

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

I just got goosebumps reading this. If anyone finds the link, please share it!

[@guanteblanco8995]

Don't let this distract you from the fact that Bokuto now has a complete-complete victory over Ushiwaka.

[@murata..]

this comment. this comment right here. 💀

[@STAYARMYMOACARATENGENEATINY]

Goddamn you this is gold 😂

[@lostinveda]

Hey hey hey!!!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤

[@JemsAndSuch]

i live for this comment. thank you for reminding us 🙏🏼

[@PrimarchRoboleonFrenchyman]

HEY HEY HEY !

[@gastonpaterno127]

26:50 That Hinata line "that point was worth 100 points" has much more weight in the manga. When they were at the training camp and Bokuto was giving his inspirational speech, Hinata says something in the likes of "sometimes you score points that are worth 100 points" and Tsukki, just being Tsukki replies like "that's impossible, one point is always worth only one point". That smile shows that he finally understood what Hinata was saying back then. Absolutely beautiful

[@M2BLAQ]

Yes!! This!

[@TimothyGod]

That's such a shame. Thanks for sharing!

[@Much_Ado]

I remember bringing this in a comment for a different reaction channel, but its just so funny that every time a setter does a dump against Kageyama and Karasuno, Kageyama _always_ goes for the revenge dump as soon as possible. It's so petty and i love it

[@Yingsiess]

we all love our pettyama teehee

[@elisabethn2893]

the angriest birb xD

[@TimothyGod]

Does he ever initiate? Now that I'm looking back?

[@linh_tran93]

His moment never fails to make me emotional. The buildup has been long (50 episodes?) but so worth it 🔥

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

His character development over the seasons has been insanely good, and it was so worth it to build to this!

[@2ntwins]

Last episode i beileve there is a point where while quizically staring at ushiwaka, shirabu crosses into Tsuki's vision. He startles for a moments. It's that moment where he realized "If ushiwaka is unflappable, maybe I can get to the settter instead"

[@girish2754]

so true. I caught that after a few rewatches

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

Interesting catch... now I'll have to rewatch

[@tinstans]

THIS. Every time I watch this episode I always think of this insight. This comment will forever live on my mind rent-free.

[@TownspersonB]

First, I gotta say Shirabu's "Huh?!" at 14:18 will always be one of my favorite reactions in the show. And I think my favorite aspect of the show is the character development. The mangaka showed so much patience in giving Tsukki 3 seasons to gradually and naturally grow until finally he truly became hooked on volleyball. It still makes me teary-eyed.

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

Yes! The character development is so impressive. For some characters, like Kageyama, you can see it happen much quicker, but I love the slow build of Tsukki's character. It was so worth it for the slow fist pump and emotional scream

[@to.ri.3]

Me too! Shirabu's huh is just the the definition of flabbergasted and not comprehending whatsoever 🤣🤣🤣 the delivery is just too good for one syllable line 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@miyanagikosaki7808]

Semi: *jumps serves* Daichi: sorry, its off!! Shirabu:good, the ball is off Kageyama and hinata: *quick attack* Shirabu: huh????!! Ushijima: *poker face* Tendo: sokko kara sokko ka yo?! Honto mechakucha da na!! (A quick attack from there?! These guys are Reckless!!) Yachi: hinata nice kill! Tsukishima's brother: ehhh?! Looks like this team also not logical.

[@nivyan]

Late to the party, but I love that too reaction - like a mix of sheer disbelief, frustration and slight respect. Like one of those: "This is unfair. WTF"

[@hyunweewoo]

his huh is my favorite reaction in the series

[@ziruihuang4104]

"That moment" finally arrived! I got inspired so much every time I rewatch this episode. I think for so many of us, we always want to see what we will get for it before start trying to do something. It is what Tsuki thought at the beginning- he couldn't really figure out what he can get from volleyball so he didn't try hard. But bokuto's "that moment" speech motivated him and now the moment finally arrives, Tsuki now can 100% devoted to volleyball because he feels it, he knows what he is fighting for. he will never in doubt again!

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

I love this comment because it's so true. This lesson, and Tsukki's mindset, is common in so many people and is so relatable.

[@ScratchJoe]

volleyball players can always inspire others and I love it

[@MannyD90]

One thing (of many) that makes Sarah’s reactions superior: at 21:06 you can tell by her jaw drop that she could tell the set was off. I have watched other pros watch this scene and not notice that. Sarah is the GOAT. 🔥🔥🔥

[@DeusaRem]

So true, same here. I watched around 5 different reactions to this and Sarah is somehow superior, even I liking everyone else very much! 🐐

[@tinathena17]

i know!!!!

[@SnailHatan]

Just because they didn’t actively react to it doesn’t mean they never noticed. Do you comment on every single thing you see? I doubt it. That’s what thoughts are for.

[@peggedyourdad9560]

@@SnailHatan Yeah, but if the content someone makes on their channel is solely based on reacting to stuff they kinda have to comment on it because otherwise you're just watching someone silently watch a show for however long the video is, and almost nobody finds that worth watching.

[@TrianaNero]

I love how you praise Tsukishima as a resource for his mind, immediately reminds me of how Takeda was calling him "Karasuno's voice of reason", which is so fitting! It's also really nice to see Asahi encouraging him to accept praise, because Tsukishima deflects it very often :") And Hinata too! Well, he tried anyway, that's what matters :"D By the way, "1 point worth a 100" was a reference to something Kuroo said during the summer training camp; that scene was sadly cut from the anime. Kuroo was talking about how if you pull off a good play when the team is in high spirits or hopeless, then that 1 point would feel like a 100. Bokuto didn't get it, Kuroo realized he blurted it out without giving it much thought, but both Hinata and Tsukki were there listening, and Hinata brought it up again here!

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

I love these tidbits! That is so cool! Keep them coming!

[@_vincent_art_]

Oooh I didn’t know that 😯😯

[@HandZawa]

えー！✨こんな世界的スーパースターがハイキューを見て楽しんでくれてるー‼️すごいし、何か嬉しい✨✨

[@jelenadjokic9843]

Tsukishima's character arc is the most beautiful payoff I have ever seen in anime.

[@Allen-qs2xr]

One thing I finally understood about the significance of this episode, as Tsukki opens up more to his team, he opens up more to us. We open each season with Hinata's monologue because he is the most receptive to us and the team, and this episode him speaking to us and letting us into this world, is a subtle reflection of him becoming more of a teamplayer, leading, cheering, and playing with them. Boys we have done it, this is peak Haikyuu.

[@MH-ql4nh]

I still can't get over Shirabu's "HUH?!" at 14:16 lol. You can see he's really losing it there 🤣 Tsukki's moment is so good! The echo and the silence that follows... and his monologue... real goosebumps moment!

[@elmurdoc]

That and when Shōhei from Nekoma movies says oho to the last point

[@nilexinator5901]

in the manga its stated, that blocking ushiwaka in a one on one basically never happens. thats how amazing tsukkis block was. and the best thing about that scene is. at first you think the block was the best part about the scene. but when tsukki gets hooked the moment is even better

[@monochrome__cat]

"Just one block" moment is one of my favorite moments in Haikyuu in general. It always inspiring no matter how many times I watched it. It just hit me every single time

[@AlbertRotten]

Episodes like this one are why hardcore Haikyuu fans will happily rewatch the series over and over and over again. Tsukki's character growth has been amazing to watch. Think back to when Tsukki was first introduced, when he and Yamaguchi were being jerks and antagonizing Hinata and Kageyama for no reason. I don't think anyone would have ever guessed that we would be here losing our minds and cheering him once this moment finally happened.

[@MasterPpv]

P.S. I find it really funny that right after people talk about Hinata being really bad at serving and receiving, he makes an absolutely crucial and seemingly pretty difficult dig to follow up on Tsukishima's one-touch XD

[@lex_lvs_scara]

I STILL REMEMBER THE WAY I CRIED WATCHING THIS EPISODE- i literally screamed along with the rest of karasuno, my heart just melted by watching my boy fall in love with volleyball. I adore tsukki.

[@MFGeedorah47]

I have seen a ton of anime, and a lot of extreme situations within them from fantasy stuff to larger than life events. Tsukki's celebration is by far one of the greatest things I've ever seen in anime still.

[@prairiete]

The moment everyone was waiting for you to witness. The very expressive scream that the nonchalant, sarcastic Tsukishima let out. Top 1 moment for a lot of us. I teared up with you, even after my 6th rewatch

[@visora498]

I think this is one of those moments that no matter how many times you see it, you will always get emotional one of many to come! It's sooo amazing seeing your opinion on characters change as you advance with Haikyuu! I knew you would fall for Tsukishima soon, it was inevitable 😂 I am sure this will be the case for all characters when you are done with Haikyuu (I still have faith you will come to adore dear Oikawa XD), because in the end they all just want to keep playing Volleyball And if their love for the sport makes a muggle like me, that has never actually play Volleyball in her entire life, cry and scream and get oh soooo emotional over a fictional game, I can't imagine how identified you must feel with everything ;O; Super entertaining as always Sarah, thank you so much for your reactions 💛

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

I love this comment so much! The beauty of Haikyuu is that it makes all of us feel something, regardless of if we know the sport or not. My relationship with the anime is much more literal than most people's but it really hits deep on so many human levels.

[@girish2754]

i love how you used the word "muggle" here, in this context. harry potter and haikyuu, 2 of my favs mixing together, i am all for it

[@sleepmode4718]

@@SarahPavanVolleyball there is no doubt that this is indeed the case. And this is one of the reasons why you are my favorite reactor. It's very nice to see you fall in love with something so dear to us 🧡

[@zze86]

Tsukki's moment is widely considered amongst the top 5 moments of Haikyuu and IMO, is probably one of the best character arcs in all of anime. Tsukki is introduced in S1E3 and doesn't fully culminate until S3E10. Almost three whole seasons for his character arc to complete! And yet there's been subtle clues from the very first match against Tanaka, Hinata and Kageyama that despite what he says, Tsukki is a serious competitor. Also want to point out that despite being a tertiary character with a childish streak, Bokuto (who is depicted like a owl) gives wise and sagely advice to those that come to him. 🤣🤣🤣

[@Otachitaki]

bro gave the whole world goosebump, I can't forget about this scene, I literally cried on this one too, it's amazing.

[@warrensee410]

I remembered I was getting goosebumps when I first watched this episode. Sarah has heightened it even more! Really enjoyed watching Sarah's reactions on these episodes.

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

I went next level in this episode. It really got me.

[@VinnieSajan]

That one clip of Tsukki's block as a clip has like 4 million views or something on youtube. Everyone loves it!

[@sauntering6952]

22:33 absolute chills every time throughout that sequence. this is the only anime that gives me nonstop chills in those moments. the silence after the block then the bokuto flashback and tsukki finally shouting is fantastic

[@kunterborn1]

I remember sobbing uncontrollably at that scene. I think that's the moment I got hooked completely on Haikyuu!. What I love so much about this moment is that it not only demonstrates Tsukki's growth as a character, it shows how important mentors can be. Bokuto and Kuroo may mess around a lot, but they are the best mentors in the series, and the way they take Tsukki (and Hinata) under their wings makes me appreciate them so much. Furudate-sensei's narrative payoffs are beautiful and top-class.

[@ryanmulville7876]

This is probably my favorite part of Haikyuu to relive through someone else’s reaction. Sarah you’re amazing! Also, I love the quick change to a serious, almost coach like tone when you say “slide in.”

[@MannyD90]

Yessss!!!! I was refreshing YT all day for this! Two seasons of build up of Tsukki’s character and such a great pay off. Haikyuu really has great storytelling and characters. I appreciate it so much for that. You’re reaction was so great 😭😭 especially with how much you disliked Tsukki in the beginning (not that I can blame you! I loved him but I could recognize he was a little crap head lol). I had such a crappy, busy day. I’m glad I got to end my day on a much higher note. Thanks Sarah!

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

I'm glad your day ended on a bright note 😊 You guys called it.. from the beginning I was told to just wait and I will like Tsukki eventually. I didn't think it would happen, but here we are This was so beautiful

[@nevaladder]

He's definitely still a little crap head, but now he's our crap head. 😂

[@祐子手島]

His name "kei" is written in kanji as "蛍"(hotaru). It means firefly. Tsukishima is cool and doesn't show his emotions, but he actually lights a little flame in the dark. Don't you think he's a lovely name?😊 I always look forward to your videos from Japan. And I'm looking forward to the continuation!!

[@tyroneperhaps2284]

i didnt know that. thank you!!!!!

[@祐子手島]

@@tyroneperhaps2284 The names of the characters in Haikyuu are interesting,because the kanji used in their names has another meaning.Hinata(日向) means sunshine,and Kage(影) means shadow. Asahi Azumane(旭 東峰) means the sunrise over the eastern mountains,and Yu Nishinoya(夕 西谷) means the sunset over the west valley. they are paired with each other. My favorite is that Daichi(大地) means like the earth or land. I imagine him to be the ground that holds all his teammates together.

[@manjindersinghsaini911]

@@祐子手島 that is definitely super interesting! thanks a lot for you comment bro!

[@rendevera3134]

I have never, ever, clicked on a haikyuu reaction faster than this one.💙

[@AF-kh1ki]

Sarah watching you react to haikyuu is such a treat. The way you connect to the story and characters is truly something you can''t find anywhere else in other reactions. Thank you so much

[@SpitballIdea]

Sarah had it all this episode, the , the , the , and most of all the I've been looking forward to this since you started reacting, it's such an amazing moment! My favorite detail of the celebration is Noya gnawing on tsukkis arm lol

[@peteypete9357]

This episode is like the bingo card that collected her top emotes in one go.

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

How did I miss Noya gnawing on his arm?!?! It was probably blurry because of all the tears haha.

[@maryt2786]

I’ve watched this scene so many times I can’t even count them anymore, but I can tell you that my heart races EVERY SINGLE TIME. This was the moment Tsukki became one of my favourites!

[@MsHernan1]

i remember crying a lot when tsukishima bursted into hype hahahah the magic of haikyuu

[@Squain]

19:30 I don't know if you've noticed. But Ushijima always hits above the block whenever Daichi is in front. He probably has the lowest blocking height.

[@SpringStarFangirl]

You're right. Hinata's weird ass bouncy bounce aside, Daichi is Karasuno's shortest hitter. His block height is quite short compared to everyone else, Noya aside. We actually see the same thing happen with Suga, who also has a shorter block height compared to everyone else, except in that case Tsukishima had that in mind and swapped positions with Suga in order to surprise the attacking team (I think it was Seijoh) and block them.

[@s_lasgalen]

True! Daichi is 176, he's actually on the shorter half of the team.

[@Squain]

@@SpringStarFangirl Yes. That's why we rarely see any back attacks from him either.

[@SpringStarFangirl]

@@Squain bingo.

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

He's also in a third blocker position when he's blocking against Ushijima on his power side, so he's not necessarily as important as the other two. I understand what you're saying though.

[@Daesma999]

I saw that eye shot of Tsukki and I immediately shivered in sudden cold.. amazing scene and knowing his voice actor gave it all there and then makes the scream more realistic since Tsukki surely had the emotions built up in him as well.

[@mix151337]

Every time I meet someone that plays volleyball and has not watched Haikyuu makes me happy that they can experience an episode like this. Was really excited for you to react to this one! :)

[@mani3001]

This is one of the episodes EVERYONE was waiting for. Still gives me goosebumps, still makes me tear up

[@hungryclone]

The release of tension, joy, and exaltation when Tsukki shouts. We’ve all been waiting for your response to this scene XD

[@dannysea6980]

Finally Tsukkishima's big moment has arrived and we can all collectively lose our minds over it haha :D For real tho, Haikyuu!! is such an amazing anime, I've seen this like 5 times (and more watching other reactions) and it still gets me all fired up and emotional! Tsukki's journey is done beautifully, steadily building up over more than 2 seasons to culminate in this one moment... him finally cheering for the first time??? Sure turns on the water works ToT Also cute little detail at 7:15 look at Saeko and how happy she is when the others praise her brother!! I love the Tanaka siblings and Tanaka getting some love is always great to see :D Thank you for another great reaction, Sarah!!

[@Abiandi13]

I waited for your reaction to this eps for weeks and I love your reaction to "that scene". No matter how many times I rewatch this episode I always get teary eyed.

[@diademmm]

This scene never fails to make me emotional and tear up. The analogies of him feeling like he can only shine due to Hinata's sunlight (the moon only appearing due to it reflecting the sun) but then also coming into it and recognizing that's something only he can do and coming into his own, and allowing himself to commit to something after the trauma of his past just cumulates so beautifully into his yell of celebration. He tries so hard for the first 2 seasons to deny himself to fully dive into volleyball or anything out of fear of being disappointed from his own expectations and then deciding to go for something that was made out to be a nearly impossible task (block scoring on Ushiwaka) and actually rise up to his own expectations is just so so powerful. I definitely think this is the most explosively memorable moment in Haikyuu and it's really hard to top. But there's some AMAZING scenes in the second-half of season 4 that almost don't get the amount of recognition I feel like they deserve; but probably would get more attention from people that actually play volleyball and can personally attest to the experiences the characters go through in said moments. I'm not going to spoil; but I'm excited for when you get there! Hinata has one moment that's so unbelievably powerful but I think the star is really Tanaka (you'll see when you get there...)

[@agentarnold86]

Experiencing this show again thru your videos is so great. I love the insight you bring as a real volleyball player. Its really interesting seeing you react to all the nuances of the game.

[@girish2754]

What a fun video to watch at the end of the day while having dinner. Loved your reaction, I loveee Tsukki's moment so much. His scream, he got lost in the moment and expressed himself. What a character development!!! One of the "moment"s of Haikyuu for sure. Fun observations: (Brandon already mentioned this in another comment) We get hints of when Tsukki started planning this, he was ready to give up the first set but seeing Nishinoya's determination woke him up, then in ep 3 we see him trying to figure out Ushiwaka and then Shirabu comes into picture and then something clicks in him, he figured out we need to pressure the setter. Then in ep 4, when Kageyama did that revenge setter dump, he compliments Kageyama because it perfectly put lot of pressure on the setter like he wanted, then again with hinata's freak quick, he enjoyed it and said go wild you weirdo duo, adding pressure again on the setter. He earned that block and then the celebration, was pure joy, the moment he got hooked on volleyball. after that when nishinoya and tanaka come to celebrate with him, Nishinoya bites his shoulder in excitement, haha. A question to Sarah: Could you please teach me some indoor rules here on subs and pinch servers. How many times can a pinch server be used? multiple pinch servers in a single set? how many substitutions can be done? same player substitution multiple times? I guess there is no restriction on libero substitution?

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

There is no restriction on libero substitutions, but if they leave the court, they need to sit out for at least 1 point before coming back in. For the other players, there are only 6 subs allowed per team in a set. A player can enter the match and exit the match (2 subs used) but once that happens, they cannot re-enter. Technically, 3 different pinch servers could be used to enter and exit the match, which would use all 6 subs. Does that make sense?

[@girish2754]

@@SarahPavanVolleyball yes, thank you. Interesting, I wonder how they came up with "6" ? hmm, 1 pinch server, 1 sub takes out 4 subs. Maybe they thought let's give them one more chance

[@JiyutoSeigi]

Glorious! I'm so happy to see this reaction. And somehow, as amazing as Tsukki roofing Ushiwaka is, Tsukki's celebration---his getting hooked on volleyball!---is even better!

[@zixlin]

There are so many sobworthy moments to come! Like Tsukki said, this really is only the beginning. Can't wait for you to get to the rest of the epic parts of S3 and S4!

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

I don't think my emotions can handle this!

[@marcospedro4114]

This episode probably gave me the biggest goosebumps of my life! I was SHAKING when I watched this back when it was aired and knew that this would forever be my favorite episode

[@Professor_Wisteria_]

the emotions that came from that single block are unmatched

[@Warriorette12]

THIS was the episode I was eagerly waiting for you to react to once you watched Tsukki’s episodes in season 2. I still randomly go and find the scene to watch out of context for no reason and it gives me excited chills even then.

[@elaraj7400]

I've rewatched this episode so many times but I still get so emotional (I cry like a baby) every time that scene comes on.

[@pedrosernagiotto2577]

THE MOMENT HAS FINALLY ARRIVED!

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

[@chofcocco]

It's one of my best favorite episodes! The Japanese title is "月の輪(Tsuki no Wa)". "月の輪" is another name for the full moon（満月）.

[@RedLink305]

One of the best episodes ever. I always get emotional watching it. THAT is how you do character development. This is why I love Haikyu so much. :)

[@gaminggonegood7574]

I played baseball from tee-ball to junior year of high school, loved it dearly. I had been watching haikyuu in high school though and learned I could join the team if I quit baseball. Now I’m a middle who has been watching for about two seasons waiting to see you watch this block.

[@jinxd8936]

watching your videos it doesnt feel like a reaction video to an anime show but it feels like Im watching a live competition because you look like you're watching an actual game hahaha. Ive watched this show many times but watching you invested in the matches makes me feel like Im watching this the first time

[@KK-gu6gc]

I am Japanese. I have been looking forward to the day you watch this episode since the beginning of season 1. Glad to be moving this scene with you again! Automatic translation.

[@freshsmilely]

i love the little bit of him taunting Hinata. "come try it if you are a middle too" hahaha.

[@laneros2008]

Finally...I was waiting for this episode since you started watching Haikyuu, this is one of my favorites episodes. Love your reactions.

[@crispicheva]

not me crying yet AGAIN!!!!! i don’t even remember how many times i’ve watched that scene of tsukki blocking ushiwaka’s spike, but i’m just so emotional every freaking time… i’m so glad i watched you react to this episode, what a wonderful moment to share among haikyuu fans 🫶🏼

[@UraNiUmXXpLoSiVez]

No matter how many times i watch this show this episode always gets me hyped ,very cool to see your reaction to this one - your insight is awesome

[@ramosaral]

This is my favourite episode. As a middle blocker, blocking is what got me hooked on to volleyball. There is nothing equal to that sensation. And to see the emotionleess Tsukishima go crazy after it is insanely satisfying.

[@silnot8235]

21:03 In the very short moment when Ushiwaka looks at 'a bit close to the net and low' ball, he frowns and steps unlike when he usually hits the ball (cuz he feels the ball's trajectory is not as good as usual) . every time I see this show, I'm surprised by the very small details.

[@Seeeyog]

It's more like he's surprised the ball is going up for him. Setters decide beforehand where the ball would go, how high it would go. So, he's just surprised that he's getting the set. (Meaning not frowning or judging the set)

[@sid9993]

One of the best moments in all of Haikyuu, was so fun to see your reaction!!

[@shrutichoudhary9900]

Back in Season 1 where Tsukki first appeared and seeing your reaction to him, I was always wondering how it'd be when you reach this episode. Because it was same for me, and many of us probably. This moment, for me, is in the top moments of Haikyuu, really. To see someone connect with their passion and realize that moment for them, it was everything. I mean, how can it not be? A moment like this might not always be dramatic, it can come in quietly or it can be realized over some time, but when we do, it gives us life, once again. Giving us a purpose and hope and a future.

[@techstark4503]

I was waiting for your reaction on this since the very first day you started watching haikyuu...This is one of my top 3 best moments in haikyuu...and your reaction didn't disappoint at all ✨

[@ЯнаТрутнева-н1г]

Please tell me that I’m not the only one who cries EVERY TIME I rewatch this moment? Even years later, every time, even rewinding the same thing, I always cry.

[@hitmax2472]

This moment in Haikyuu is just more than perfect, is SUCH a power move to block a strike like that after meticulously making the set up for that outcome, that scene is SO powerfull AAAAAAAHHH love it, and i can tell that you fell every second of it 😂

[@7521jp]

I've already watched Haikyu!! all the way few times but I still get goosebumps and tear up in my eyes when Tsukki blocked Ushijima's spike and gave a battle roar! And I see you did the same! That made me happy haha

[@marc68521]

I have been waiting for you to get to this episode for so long. it makes me tear up every single time and is easily one of my favorite moments maybe even my favorite one

[@elenaavery5328]

Tsukishima is such an interesting character. No one really likes him in the beginning. But slowly the audience understands him and sees his character growth. Even though he is the biggest smart-ass in the show, he really grows on people. This moment is one of the best in the series. And that's saying something.

[@camoumilecamoflage8875]

In the beginning, I also thought "oh here comes the typical stoic/salty/mean character" when tsukki was first introduced. I still started to like him pretty early on though starting from when they had the 3v3 and he got into it, had to take off his sweater lol. That scene changed my opinion like "oh he's getting into it after all. he might just be a tsundere type" 😆

[@観音開紅姫改メ-v9p]

I love your reactions and also the professional analysis! New subscriber here!

[@aaric3783]

I haven't watched but I'm SO excited! I've waited almost 2 years for this! YES!!!!!

[@skyybunnie]

I wanted to thank you for these videos! I love Haikyu and I’m not a volleyball player, just play for fun but your reactions make it all even more entertaining because it makes the technical parts of volleyball easier to understand and that much more impressive.

[@karigirl34]

There are so many incredible moments in Haikyuu but when I think about THE MOMENT, the defining moment of the show, it’s this for me. No matter how many times I watch it, Tsukki’s fist pump and scream send me into a sob-fest. Nothing better.

[@QnTn15]

Keep em coming. Thanks!

[@G10-n7f]

22:45 was such a funny and unexpected moment when I saw for the first time that Noya was biting Tsukki’s shoulder and Tanaka was punching him in the gut.😂

[@user-runbe]

Thank you so much. This is one of the episodes I most wanted you to see.

[@SpiritSquadMTG]

Easily my favorite episode up to this point. Three seasons was so long to wait, and at least 120% worth!

[@kamity]

You have no idea how much I was waiting for you to watch this episode and react to Tsukishima, he is my favorite character in the show and to see you get all emotional and hyped about him and the block moment..it made me happy. It always gets me.

[@FrozenByul]

I have never clicked so fast on a video oh my gosh. This is my fave episode in this season and I criedddd! Well i cried too on almost half the episodes but this for me is unforgettable coz I’m a tsukki kinnie. Ugh I waited more than a year for you to react to this! 🤣 so happy 😂❤😊

[@ziruihuang4104]

Not sure if you remember in the last episode(ep3) there is a scene that Tsuki stares at Shirabu. Tsuki has been planning on putting more pressures on the setter ever since!

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

A couple people mentioned this... I didn't notice on my first watch, so I'm going to have to go back. Interesting!!

[@natashagmj]

That is THE moment. I think I have watched Haikyuu like 5 times and still, I got goosebumps and cried with you, and paused the video and repeated the scene way too many times lol. Gosh I love Haikyuu and adore you Sara. I'm so thankful you do this reactions 💛

[@theotherbob7994]

Rewatching this before sarah drops the moment with adam 😊 I'm expecting waterfalls from both of them 🫰

[@squuning8686]

Same here lol

[@orange_jam209]

I've watched this episode 5-6 times now and it always makes me cry no matter how many times it's been.

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

I feel like I will be the same

[@MasterPpv]

Holy crap... I've had an absolutely insane week. I've been so busy at work lately that I basically didn't get actual sleep from Sunday morning through the end of Thursday. It's only now, super late Friday night / super early Saturday morning, that I'm finally getting to see this. But oh my god, was it worth the wait. Everyone's already said everything I'd want to tell you in other comments by now, so I'll just say this - I'm super excited for you to see the rest of the season. There's more twists and turns thank you might expect, and it's gonna be a great ride ❤

[@mahbubsaiteidesu]

The only haikyuu reaction videos i've been watching so far has been exclusively few like i only go to Sarah Pavan's, Coach Donny's, Victoria Garrick's and follows them three commentary and reviews. But for this Tsukishima's moment, i watched every available videos out there on youtube reacting to it. This anime, this episode, brought 100% succes rate of goosebumps and tears and energy and all that, no cap.

[@bromeethere]

It is a masterclass of writing a honestly unlikable, annoying mood-killer character into so much love and limelight without feeling forced. the build up was so good, and the peak moment always gets tears in my eyes

[@SP3NS3R123]

You literally have had the best reaction I’ve seen on KZbin of this clip!!!

[@yueliang3899]

I bought his karasuno jersey as soon as I've finished the whole haikyuu season and OVA lmao, his growth, not just as a great volleyball player but as a person is inspiring for me, I just love him so much it hurts💛💚

[@liettemaccoul162]

I have been waiting for your reaction to this scene since I found you in season ONE! And it was so worth the wait! I actually screamed when I saw the notification!

[@duvan.deschain]

The moment Tsukishima celebrated I got goosebumps and tear eyed as well. I played volleyball back on high school and that moment hit so hard it's unreal. The writing and animation on this show is just next level, they truly know how to convey the smallest details of competitive sports. LOVED your reaction so much I want to re-watch the whole thing again. KUDOS!!!

[@uu3317]

I have watched this anime for as many as I can remember but this episode especially the block and tsukki’s reaction is still just as beautiful

[@dizont]

for me this moment is the absolute peak of haikyuu goodness. Just wow

[@sivyig]

i love watching haikyuu with you!!! xD its sooo nice to hear your inputs even little eye nods!!

[@Mizuki312]

Tsuki's scream is definitely one of the best moments in the whole anime. They showed us how he is extremely calm, realistic and we could say kind of a turn off for anyone who gets excited about anything. He's not the kind of guy that would smile or be happy to win something. He doesn't really like anything. He goes from "It's just a club activity" to finally understanding what being passionate about something is, in just a few seconds. And I like to think he didn't even notice he was going to scream like that until he is already doing it. I've felt like that only a few times in my life, but it's the best feeling ever. You just want to scream, run, punch, jump, or even cry. Anything to release the pressure as you finally managed to do what seemed to be so hard or "impossible".

[@jamessawwheeler6837]

I actually watched the entire playlist just to watch you react to this specific episode.

[@danah-hx6mk]

ahhh man, this episode never fails to make everyone so emotional, and for good reason. after last episode's end discussion (and honestly, since you started this haikyuu journey haha!) i just KNEW how impactful this episode's key moment would be for you. Tsukki's slow character development is one of the most beloved in the entire series, and this payoff is a pure emotional experience. i remember getting chills the moment Shirabu's toss went in slow motion and Tsukki's inner monologue said "i was waiting...", then just bursting into tears when it flashed back to the training camp after he said "it's just a club" and he cheered while Bokuto's flashback line of "that's the moment you'll be hooked on volleyball". just stellar writing and buildup. and it's safe to assume Tsukki has officially made his way into Sarah's Love House? :')

[@cronosguille]

re-watching this with your reactions make me so happy, I can feel that you genuinely loves the show and thats the best part of this