Reacting To My Own Highlights!

[@taniabogachova4247]

You totally was too hard on yourself despite REALLY trying hard not to.... Always a joy to watch you play 😝

[@tomasbessasciacca2176]

Erik: “I hope to be more kind to my self” Also Erik *complements more his teammates than himself and criticizes more than complements himself* “Be ready, Erik” “So dramatic, Erik” “Yes, Dave Smith!” Dude, you are one of the best liberos in the world. You are awesome, amazing and yes, a cringe celebrator😂😂😂, but still, love yourself first! This actually a lesson from 2020 and also something I wanna try and do better in 2021. Anyway, in Portugal we say “good beginnings” for the new year and that’s what I wish for you. Have fun. A fan

[@nyithra]

“This kind of video isn’t happening again just to let you know” 😂😂 He’s one of the best in the world at Volleyball and still pokes holes in his play that’s so damn motivating

[@evankrebsbach5591]

i think there is so much humility in self critique but you're almost a video game character on a volleyball court ... super human! Self Love, Pass Dimes, Be Kind :)

[@cree11x5]

Guardian deity of USA

[@harpuny]

I really don't understand why more people don't want to be liberos?? You don't score points, but it's just so epic doing all those sick moves and having a special shirt

[@paisley3507]

Being a libero is genuinely so fun. You’re on the court basically the whole game unless a middle is serving. Getting a perfect dig off a fantastic hit(for me my favorite is digging middles) it is such an adrenaline rush. When a teammate shanks and getting a good save is my favorite tbh. Libero is such an overlooked position too, and you get the least amount of credit. However I absolutely love being libero. I agree with you 100% I don’t know why more ppl don’t want to be libero. (Hehe sorry for the long rant, I’m just very passionate about “liberoing”. 😂)

[@raezelyevrah8379]

liberos are the unsung heroes of the court

[@rydercollins5553]

Yeah but it is one of the hardest positions so I can see why

[@Beachn2407]

Erik Shojji: "I'll be kinder to myself" Also Erik: Control that ball!

[@ayakohagemi8418]

You are absolutely the coolest libero in the world!! I remember libero has been introduced since FIVB world championship 1998. My hero Koichi Nishimura was the first libero at Japan men's national team and he is only 175cm(5.7ft)! I'm short person and almost gave up to play volleyball at high school but I was so motivated and enjoyed to play because of libero system. I'm sure you are making lots of kids like me to play volleyball now because libero doesn't matter how tall or short and digging is so much fun!! You are doing fantastic job, Erik!

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

thank you so much for watching and I’m glad you are enjoying the videos!

[@Elaine-ko2fi]

idk this man's voice is so soothing i love it

[@nanikoreoyaoya7677]

One thing i know from watching your highlight is that you’re super dedicated of not letting the ball fall to the ground

[@xyd3596]

It's so nice to see you trying to be nicer to yourself because you deserve it for sureeee!! And respect to you for being brave enough to rewatch your own plays hahah I always get too embarrassed to watch myself play

[@aroooogola]

Nothing quite like watching Erik Shoji watch Erik Shoji while criticizing Erik Shoji using a compilation of Erik Shoji. What a great way to end the year!

[@samanthagainey1756]

Too hard on yourself. You’re an awesome human! And an awesome volleyball player! I learn so much about the world of volleyball and about the sport from your videos. You absolutely rock!

[@krista9156]

You’re such an incredible player erik! I’ve been watching you play for almost 5 years now and I’m always impressed. I’m very happy to see that you’re trying to appreciate yourself more. All the love!!

[@easystallion9963]

I've been waiting for this!!! Thank you for your reaction videos because I'm learning so much. Happy new year, Erik!!!

[@hypnalogic]

Im really glad that you did this because you definitely don't give yourslef enough credit. You're extremely good and I hope that this type of video helps you feel a little bit more confident about it! :)))

[@jedrivera4276]

OMG! I’m so happy that you have finally granted the most requested reaction we would like you to have on your vlog! This will really make us feel so cringe, Erik! 😍😍😍

[@jedrivera4276]

Your celebrations are always team booster! Those can surely pump up the whole team to play fantastically. 💪

[@msittig]

@@jedrivera4276 His celebrations are great, every team needs somebody like that.

[@jedrivera4276]

@@msittig Absolutely! Now I can really say that he's the heart and soul of Team USA!

[@adrielcruz2736]

This is the kind of thing us Libero’s strive for, to be good enough that people can actually make videos of our saves

[@berenic3-ch4n]

Yes! Thank you for making this!

[@ceciiipau5351]

ok this is me finding your channel randomly and being in love with your videos :)

[@magalhaesdanrley]

You are too hard on yourself, dude! You're awesome!

[@artyomd.7739]

My favorite play was when you ran into the barrier😭😭😭 A for Effort👌

[@malloryo.4782]

I think you were a little hard on yourself, but that's not such a bad thing when paired with a growth mindset. Just don't forget to give yourself credit when you do well! :)

[@tobiashiebl3090]

At 7:28 I just love how you got the dig but you were unhappy with it because it did not go forward😂😂

[@lucasluroo]

Can you do some technique breakdowns (Hopefully for all positions) please?? Something about other fundamentals like spiking, setting, blocking... Or would you rather stick to the libero techniques?

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

im not sure i'll be doing a ton of technique breakdowns outside of the libero position. idk if i feel comfortable with that. but i do talk about different techniques in my videos. i hope you keep watching! :)

[@lucasluroo]

@@ErikShojivolleyball I most definitely will!

[@Hot_godzilla]

You being hard on yourself just means youre always hungry to improve. I definitely need to be a little harder on myself to improve 😅

[@kanakapono]

You are to hard on yourself. If you don’t know it, you ARE one of the best libs around. Period.

[@dominicjohnlopez8159]

Just subscribed to your channel and it was one of the best decisions I've made. Thank you for being an inspiration to me as a libero player and just wanna say I miss playing volleyball. Stay safe always!

[@jerickvillote1629]

Thank you erik for this kind of videos because with this, we can learn something we can apply when we are back with playing ♥️💯😊 i hope you continue doing this for us 🙏😊

[@neilbhate6612]

*amazing dig* erik: control that ball!

[@NoOne-px9pk]

I can absolutely see that you are uncomfortable watching yourself, smiling then frowning then again 😂. You are great)))

[@melodychills5126]

It takes strength to watch your own highlights, you did good!! I hope you realize you are such a good player and too hard on yourself sometimes 😂😂 keep up the great work!!!

[@mydude9710]

Ur reflexes are crazy fast! Is it like a natural talent or how do you train your reflexes to get under the ball so fast?

[@megtee9726]

That point against Argentina in the World Cup was just epic :)

[@mountyie8305]

Erik not gonna lie u look mad cool man ur just being harsh on urself

[@haohou7493]

"You're so dramatic, Erik". That's me 100% of the time reacting to myself on video playing volleyball. We're just EXTRA, what can we say? hahaha

[@Boymanjusri]

Hope you get Olympic gold in Tokyo! It would be a great homage to your dad! Also hope you find the love of your life... more importantly

[@co0kii]

thanks erik! this is a reminder check for me too :( I do get very hard on myself when I’m playing because I have such high standards for myself but I also need to be aware that my focusing on the negativity can affect my team mates mood too..

[@t3rasu]

Another amazing video Erik! This is basically a 10-minute-long Spiderman pointing meme.

[@dianacondori1904]

AAAAH! IT'S HERE! FINALLY!!!💕

[@MAMP]

Erik! You could also do a reaction of you reacting to your highlights. Think about it man...think about it ;0)

[@kah_lan]

Love you!!! You are loved by sooo many (millions) with your great, beautiful plays and really cute celebrations and all 🥰😘

[@frangio]

hi, im brazzilian fan and I really hope to see the us and brazil in the olympics final, though I don't know who to support because watching your videos and seeing how nice u are makes me root for u Good Luck!

[@krzysztofbuszek2926]

It’s here! Everyone stay calm

[@santiperez2003]

Erik, you are astonishing! Like, keep in mind that we, the people who watch your videos admire you and respect you as a player! You are an inspiration for us. Of course, is good to remark the mistakes, but also focus and the good things that you have done. If it wasn't because of you, those points could've been lost! You are an amazing libero and volleyball player in general ❤❤ Happy new year ❤🎆

[@beaststrike1]

What was the hardest ball that you’ve ever had to receive power wise? Like have any of them made your arms numb or is that something that you’ve gotten used to over the years?

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

the hardest serve was probably around 80 mph. idk how spikes. it can definitely hurt!

[@MrSaszeta]

@@ErikShojivolleyball Could tell us in one sentence how it feels to play against different national teams, some memes?

[@darcys8229]

You are amazing, both on and off the court. Thanks for being such an inspiration to me. Happy New Year.

[@neilbhate6612]

this man is critising the passes i dream of pulling off

[@tadzio7326]

FELIZ NAVIDAD y FELIZ AÑO NUEVO... MISTER ERIK SOJI... saludos desde PERU.

[@AceMcCL0UD9]

I can't imagine wanting to be libero. Especially at that level! Respect!

[@patnward1]

I'd imagine recognizing your own mistakes and areas where you could improve (and taking action to correct them) is essential to becoming an elite athlete, but it's OK to be kind to yourself. These were all digs, so from the fans' perspective, the balls are going to fast we can barely see them and it's amazing that you're able to just get a hand on it and send it upward.

[@tarogelato4668]

I'm so happy you're getting more attention - the attention you deserved from the beginning!! Happy new year guys and here's to a better year

[@mikoajnowacki2788]

I love, you're very keen on volleyball! Sometimes I feel like volleyball players are just tall, and they don't watch they plays, don't interest in volleyball apart from they work... So very nice, you do that!

[@elliielena1079]

Don't be so hard on yourself! Try approving of yourself because you're killing it!

[@DavidHx2]

i like his personality :)

[@ruffarosee6245]

This is what i have been waiting for💚🤍💖

[@panagiotats1726]

HAPPY NEW YEAR ERIK..the video is so enjoyable.. I CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU PLAY IN JAPAN IN COUPLE OF MONTHS : )

[@timothybelen722]

I got a volleyball for this Christmas!! On my way to become a good ass libero by watching your vids!!! happy new year Erik!!

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

that’s great! keep practicing and I looking forward to hearing about your progress! thanks for watching!

[@jonathanclement1998]

5:22 RIP pillow ill miss you :'(

[@khainearbi056]

I’m not sure why but I loved when Erik said “YES DAVID SMITH” I honestly can say the same to you Erik throughout this whole video! Even though I really want to be a liberó I doubt I can do half of the things you do!

[@Co_Dekko]

Looking forward to more of your vids in 2021!😁🙌 Have a great new year!

[@mr.demacia989]

I was just sad you didn't like the peace sign. I thought that's so perfect for an ending in the highlight video

[@malloryo.4782]

Dude! You're going to the Olympics?! That's awesome! I love the Summer Olympics! I was devastated when it couldn't happen last year. I can't wait! I'll root for you! My favorite events to watch are the swimming and volleyball events. The sprinting events are awesome too. I basically enjoy watching it all. I seriously can't wait! :D

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

I hope so! Thanks for your support!

[@Eldon_is_The_Best]

You should adopt my “Nice pass, Eldon” self praise. Everyone hypes the attack, or the block, or the dump but the passers far too often get no love. So whenever I pass well or get a good up I say aloud “Nice pass, Eldon!” Someone’s gotta appreciate your work, might as well start with you. 🤪

[@pitrovsecondary9454]

It is crazy how good you are!

[@櫻井美緒-w4k]

Happy New Year Erik!!!!! Waiting for you here in Tokyo😆😆😆

[@b1r898]

Erik Shoji, you're a beast...ahh...2015 World League in Dallas...I was there and took a picture with your pops...great times!!🤙🏾

[@karenmiyake7591]

Love your flying saves!💗 So much fun to watch you play! Met you at the Boys Junior Nationals in Texas. Your epic celebrations! Jumping into a little ball!👏👏 Happy New Year!

[@kathylisenbee5374]

Watched a 'Genius of Micah' video but got confused..was it Micah's highlights or E Shoji perfect passes highlights? And watched a review of E Shoji skills by a coach who included a warm, open heart. We are so proud of E Shoji!

[@thanglongnguyenvu3815]

Whoever made the thumbnail, you're a genius.

[@thomaschapin4604]

Today is my birthday and you congratulated a Thomas so it felt like you were talking to me hahaha! Great video love the comments about yourself, keep it going! Love your videos!

[@user-xs3ll7zq9u]

Happy birthday!!

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

thanks for watching! Happy Birthday!!!!

[@thomaschapin4604]

@@ErikShojivolleyball Thank you so much!! Excited for more videos!

[@LeonisHD]

I just don't know anymore if I'm watching Erik for voleyball (sport I don't personally do but do admire), or watching Erik because it's Erik :3 Anyway, great analysises, always fun and educational to watch, and we can add the general good-looking appeal of mister voleyball handsome Shojiman. Eheh! Best wishes to you Erik, may 2021 lead you onto a new folly, the best one if possible. All the love from France! ♥

[@cantrelate444]

I swear to god you are so adorable.

[@kennethjohncandia2240]

hello erik! i'm your fan now. so glad to hear insights from a libero

[@fzz6333]

2021 will be amazing！cant wair for the olympic.

[@alexw4975]

I’ve been waiting for this!

[@Dev-by4mp]

Hey Erik, I just started playing volleyball....like a year back and I'm in love with it now, I wish I started earlier. Your videos are very entertaining and informative, thanks for being there.

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

thats great! so happy youre playing! thanks for watching!

[@Dev-by4mp]

@@ErikShojivolleyball I have few questions for your next Q and A! 1) At what age did you start playing? 2) is 19 too late to start if I want to play semi professionally? 3) Can a 6ft guy become a great outside hitter with practice and consistency? 4) which serve is more difficult to pass, a jump or a float? 5) while talking about crazy servers, which is the first person that comes in your mind? I know that 5 are too much but I can't help my curiosity!

[@theindoorkites]

Lol this was adorable 🤣🤣🤣 and shut up with all the cringe/self deprecating darling.. all im seeing here is a crazy, legendary libero✋😭

[@anthonyblechingberg4237]

Happy new year Erik! Im happy you had a great time with your family. I really love your channel and your reactions to volleyball plays cuz you explain whats goin on and you're teaching us more about this amazing sport! Just wish theres a bit of background music, sometimes the silence is kinda awkward hahaha keep posting videos!

[@jerickvillote1629]

HAPPY NEW YEAR ERIK!!

[@Aaron-wz8ds]

Eric, you should get other USA volley players onto your channel!! It can just be duo reacting to highlights, interviews, a mixture of both, etc. Guests I know I'd like to see are Ma'a, DeFalco, Patch, Anderson, and Christenson. Make it happen!! Give more exposure to US Volleyball!

[@Aaron-wz8ds]

Ooh and david lee and reid priddy. Ik they're into beach now, would love to hear their thoughts.

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

I 100% want to do this when we are all back together!

[@Aaron-wz8ds]

@@ErikShojivolleyball Zoom 100% works as well! May require a little bit of editing, but definitely would be easier to schedule... no need to wait till after Covid!

[@brunvasconcelos]

Well since you're aiming for the Olympics gold medal, I hope it's versus Brazil and let it be the greatest game ever!!!

[@obedrobles4701]

Happy New Year !! Thank You fir your videos !!

[@mikebenale7529]

Fun...I miss USA Volleyball. You're great.

[@dianacondori1904]

This was maybe awkward for you but thank you so much for doing it for us!!! Also I personally love that peace sign😂✌🏼

[@renalddelosreyes5875]

Hi Erik, I'm Renald Delos Reyes from the Philippines. You know my day is not complete when I do not watch your reactions to volleyball games. If you don't ask me again what I want to do, I want to be like you because like you I am also a volleyball player. I hope you can play here in the Philippines or even if you can visit I am sure many will meet you but when the whole world is fine when there is no virus. I hope you just continue what you are doing, many people are helped, many people are inspiring you. I have nothing more to say but we love you Erik Shoji, of course as well as Team USA, I also admire you Erik because you are really good ... hahahahha ... so I can only say so..hahahah ... and yes by the way, I really like your reaction to the Philippines vs. Thailand in the SEA Games because even though it was 1 year ago when that match took place I still did not want to watch that ... pashout please

[@stimpy3447]

can you please do a video about what makes a good libero and what is a good “first touch” (from serve), and like what is a good dig.

[@dexstrat9229]

keep it up eric love the volleyball content

[@iignoremyhusband4737]

I love your channel so much. I started watching haikyuu and I got into volleyball and I wanna be a libero like you and nishinoya so i practice everyday at home with KZbin videos. Volleyball isn’t a big sport here where I live but I love it so much and hope I can be in a team one day

[@ysabelfelt1481]

Your username and profile pic killed me XD

[@iignoremyhusband4737]

@@ysabelfelt1481 your pfp is cute :3

[@ysabelfelt1481]

@@iignoremyhusband4737 its the one I've had since like sixth grade XD

[@Lucaz99]

I hope you make it!!! Ganbarei!

[@EricZhangez]

the self-highlight reaction is finally here haha

[@kenyang2452]

Erik you are the good libero in the world❤️❤️support you. I wanna say happy new year to you early

[@Seissmo]

Love the insight.

[@Mercheri9]

I think i could use to do that too, i play lacrosse and im always super harsh and compare myself to other players when i go to shocases and recuirtment camps, and really i should just focos on my game and try to not be super negative, btw i dont even play volleyball i just love your energy and thats why i keep coming back. and its taught me alot about volleyball so i try to go to my riends games who do play

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

thats awesome thanks for watching! keep working and dont forget to be kind to yourself sometimes! :)

[@kronikevaporation6007]

Lmao he made it to the half video and had it enough haha. And I laughed way too hard at 6:43, on the current you imitating the celebration lmao. Great video as usual tho and Happy new Year

[@spicymusicpiano]

Erik, do You agree that You are in three best liberos among Grebennikov and Zatorski? You are making a new history of volley after Verbov and Sergio ;)

[@allen6425]

Happy new year Eric🥳🥳

[@gracie7714]

1:15 me! But after the game I’m like I did good!🤣 But I’m going to watch especially for youuuu😎👍🏾

[@abcitsv]

Fresh cut man. Happy new year to you and your family as well.

[@ninoraymundsalazar8643]

Happy new year, idol!

[@froggy1713]

You're emanating amazing vibes, the Genuine™ is strong in this one 😤💜