Volleyball Couple Reaction to Haikyu!! S2E24: "The Absolute Limit Switch"

[@WittyBitty]

Adam has been an undercover Oikawa fan from the beginning 😂😂 he's finally out in public with it. Can't keep being a closet Oikawa fan after that match. We all came out then 😅😅

[@karabomasibi2331]

Lol he was finally free, hell even Sara cried

[@linkthai1995]

Adam risks his marriage for saying he kinda wants Oikawa to win in front of Sarah's face, a true Oikawa fan at heart. She looked at him and had considered a divorce.

[@angus2060]

Iwaizumi is such an underrated player. He's Seijoh's ace, has a powerful jump serve, is a solid blocker, is an excellent receiver, and has the mentality of a leader. He may not be acknowledged as one of the more talented players in the series, but he is certainly one of the most well-rounded.

[@tanofiskber9645]

**Spoiler alert** I was sad when I saw he didn't become a pro in the manga😢

[@andyb3522]

Theres definitely gonna be fights over him for the draft xD

[@mence5992]

​@@tanofiskber9645 he followed his own Path, he does what he love the most

[@Angryegaroq]

@@tanofiskber9645I like to think a big part of his love for volleyball was humbling and motivating good players too.

[@apoorvjoshi2383]

​@@tanofiskber9645 not exactly. Its just that..not everyone who is athletically gifted are made for sports..not to mention "certain sports". Iwaizumi is arguably the most athletic guy we have seen so far, he is like Hinata but with a bigger body and better volleyball skills. Iwazumi is " very high athleticism with above average volleyball skills". His love was always for fitness more than it was for volleyball specifically..at least not enough to pursue a professional career at Volleyball. Just like a certain twin says later "Perhaps you love volleyball a smidge more than me" even though he was an amazing player himself.

[@wildpokemon2]

Still one of my absolute favorite things about this rewatch with both of you together is when I know something cool is about to happen, and Sarah knows something cool is about to happen, then I look at Sarah's face at the same time she looks directly at the camera and it's like we make eye contact and there's an unspoken "oh he has no idea what's coming right now" all while Adam is totally dialed in fully immersed in the show 😆It's so satisfying every time!

[@BumberFussin]

Yes! Every single time! It really makes it feel like we’re all watching it together it’s so awesome lol

[@dididyo2253]

It’s really funny, I love it!

[@dorin497]

Then we ask Adam, are you crying? Lol

[@hachi1404]

Agree! Sarah is on our side now, watching Adam's reaction😚 I love it!

[@cafegoose]

In an interview, the Haikyuu author Furudate said that when he first created Oikawa, he intended him to be the most glamorous character, but he turned out to be “covered with dirt and mud”. To me, the statement pinpoints Oikawa as one of the most complex characters in Haikyuu. When he first shows up, he just seems to have it all and have it easy: solid player, successful team, good looks, fangirls, everything. He also seems to have an “easy” attitude, being all flashy and flippant. Throughout most of Season 1, I recognized his ability as a player, but didn’t really like/respect him for similar reasons to Sarah’s. But later on, it’s gradually revealed that underneath his facade, Oikawa doesn’t have it easy at all. There’s the top 0.001% genius like Kageyama who knows he’s born for volleyball; there’s the common 99% like Suga who works hard but knows & accepts that his ceiling is not that high. Then there’s Oikawa, stuck in the painful middle ground between 0.001% and 99%. Super invested, very ambitious, has a high ceiling but always a little below Kageyama and Ushiwaka. Living with that painful awareness, insecurity, fear, anxiety ever since age 12/13. Wanting to go to nationals for 6 years and always misses the mark by a bit. In Season 2, these internal struggles, these bits of “dirt and mud” despite his glamorous appearance turn Oikawa into my favorite character.

[@MillyINakai]

Couldn’t agree more with you ❤ Oikawa is, too, my favorite character. As a matter of fact, you come to realize how interesting, complex and lovable are Karasuno’s opponents, especially if you read the manga. Besides Oikawa-Iwaizumi duo, I’m also a big fan of Bokuto-Akaashi, you know. Thanks for your intense, emotional and accurate portrayal of Oikawa.

[@cafegoose]

@@MillyINakai I came to love Bokuto-Akaashi too, especially in their game with Mujinazaka!

[@erikramos6027]

Oikawa is just the best character in the series. SPOILER: . . . . . . . He said that he was going to beat everyone, and after he naturalized to play for Argentina, he did beat everyone at the Olympics, it's not like, confirmed, but heavily implied that he won, because later when they were invited to the all stars match, everyone was eager to take their revenge on Oikawa. For a player to be left out of regionals by his kouhai, after losing to Wakatoshi as well, to throw everything for a shot overseas and actually achieving his dream, he could have been easily the MC, but he is the Final Boss.

[@Skammas91]

"And THAT's the moment you're gonna be hooked in Haikyuu!" - Sarah talking to Adam at some point, probably

[@agnusleal8004]

Adam was so spot on in his speech about oikawa. In season one he sad in multiple moments "tobio, someday i will lose to you, but that day wont be today" for him the talent would surpass him at one point, he was just running from that, knowing that would happen. In this match after kageyama dumps we see him saying for the first time "i wont lose" that is the point that relates to the quote "talent is something you make bloom, instinct is something you polish", you will never know what talents you have if you dont put work in that, we could say that Oikawa had a talent for serving, but was it really? Look at how much work he put on that to finally become that good. And then in the last play we see that changing, for me that was the point that he had a complete turn around in his mind, and it is sad to know that it just happend in his last match in high school

[@gabrielvidal511]

I hope Sarah remembers to show Adam the clip from Seijoh after they lose the match

[@cafegoose]

Up up! Love the Seijih bonus footage

[@jiro6748]

Yess The OVA

[@Dylan_Valentine]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpLSZmeVnauUd5I for those who haven't seen it

[@HCXWinchester]

@@Dylan_Valentine First time seeing this, loved it

[@sk8rboy177]

Something I missed the first time through, was that Oikawa still read Kageyama going to Hinata with the game on the line, and he read Hinata's shot. If the block didn't touch it, he was in position to pick it up. I love this match, but I'm so excited for Adam to watch Season 3!

[@thatperson512]

To add to this, Mad Dog was late with his block, if he had been a smidge faster or slower Seijoh probably gets another chance to attack. My favorite rally in the series!

[@jiro6748]

​@@thatperson512true Hinata probably would go for a wipe But then again, if he went with a tip then they still lose but a tip would be too underwhelming

[@locomojoboy2]

Season 3 is the best season

[@joelkoh7365]

​@thatperson512 I think that little touch is perfect. it shows "6 who are strong are stronger" but since Mad Dog didn't train with the team, he messed up the timing of the block and Hinata found the hole in the team's defense. Perfect touch by Furudate

[@t3cchan]

I'm really floored at your ability to be so open about your mental health struggles, Sarah. You've alluded to how tough this last year or so has been, but to lay everything out like that takes a lot of emotional and mental fortitude. Glad you were/are getting the support you need!

[@benlincoln7358]

That was so touching. It’s brave to go into that much detail, something about revealing specifics makes me feel much more vulnerable than being more vague like “I’ve struggled and needed help. She’s doing it for the best of reasons too. Thank you for sharing Sarah!!!! And thank you for giving her props @t3cchan, it’s such a packed episode I’m sure people forgot about that by the end.

[@captaintf7759]

Every time Sarah goes “Are you crying?” Adam is just like “Whaa?!” 😂

[@benlincoln7358]

😂😂😂. I can’t wait for his react to THAT moment 👀👀👀. It gets me every fkn time, and I think even Adams stoicism will crack.

[@benlincoln7358]

Wait did Adam change or did Sarah make him wait for the next ep??!!! I need to know

[@traffy001]

​@@benlincoln7358🌕?

[@Aisha-fd1oq]

It sort of gets overshadowed by how MUCH good stuff happens in this episode, but I love how when Yamaguchi comes in the people in the audience are describing him as "that pinch server who got 5 points in a row". It's such a big contrast to the last set (where he was just "oh right, that guy who messed up the last time"); it really underlines how much he's grown, but also just how quickly someone's reputation can turn around. Seeing how relieved Oikawa is that they manage to cut off his serves is great as well.

[@benlincoln7358]

Great call. This is a top tier episode. That moment would be a highlight for me usually, but I totally forgot about it by the end watching it today. Love those smaller moments, it makes the show so wholesome without being cheesy or disingenuous

[@Kuhrmee]

What a great insight. A truth not just in volleyball or sports but in life as well.

[@vagoerrante]

I was about to point out the same thing, Haikyuu is just phenomenal

[@benlincoln7358]

@@vagoerrante it’s one of the best anime any type imo. I dont even like many sports anime (do like sports I general tho) so that’s w very minimal sports anime bias. It drives me up a wall I cant get my friends to watch it, bc it’s impossible not to like (at minimum)

[@Aisha-fd1oq]

@@benlincoln7358 Sympathy! I have friends who claim to have bounced off it and I'm ???

[@icarussyndrome]

People have touched on it already, but the line "Talent is something you make bloom, instinct is something you polish" is such a phenomenal and outstanding line in a series of phenomenal and outstanding lines. As someone who's frequently struggled to make myself thrive while surrounded by people who seem so far ahead of me, it's truly inspirational realizing that while there are undeniable differences in talent, the way you polish and bring forth those talents says as much about who you are if not more.

[@SeanTFlynn]

The best thing about Haikyuu in my opinion is that you end up caring about both teams on the court by the end of the match

[@clausewitzianwar]

Knowing things that even Sarah doesn't know yet about Oikawa has me wiggling in my seat every time they discuss him

[@playmaker619]

A new season will come out after the movies!!

[@egomana9329]

​@@playmaker619is this confirmed?

[@playmaker619]

@@egomana9329 Yes!! Search in google. I can't wait!

[@benlincoln7358]

@@playmaker619for real?!!!! Oh yeah? Oh yeah oh yeah? Oh yeah oh yeah oh yeah?!!!!!!!! That’s the best thing I’ve heard all day.

[@benlincoln7358]

@@urvashibisht7320 shhhhhhhh don’t let them see this!!!!

[@evilhawk411]

Adam being SPOT on with his analysis of Oikawa at 23:00 lmaoo

[@benlincoln7358]

He’s got a really good knack for that, dudes got high EQ. He’s perfect for how strong willed/unwavering to her beliefs (even if they’re wrong like Bokuto & oikawa😂). Sarah’s also super cool while he’s got a lil bit of an adorable goof vibe that comes out n makes the chemistry that much better.

[@TrianaNero]

Not sure if I was just seeing things, but something in Sarah’s visual reaction to Oikawa’s words about letting your talents bloom caught my eye and made me feel more emotional :”) Great reaction on all accounts though, and honestly, even 4 seasons + a movie in, this is definitely one of The Episodes. The production quality is through the roof. Furudate (the author of Haikyuu) apparently also “fell for” Oikawa at this point of the story, with the long toss. That being said, I think Furudate was not completely satisfied with how they approached the talent VS skill topic here, and they made an extra effort to reframe it somewhat in the future, so there’s even more exciting stuff ahead!

[@ttscream]

Definitely agree. One detail that I always thought interesting was the fact of the long toss and falling into the table/blanket, that the animators make him slip and stumble in the attempt to get back up. A nice realistic touch in gameplay and physics. But also an subtle analogy to the quote where after falling he gets back up, reflects and readjusts his own mentality to keep fighting

[@takudj]

Heads up that the coach who was speaking to Oikawa was not the coach from Seijo. This coach who gave him a life-decision making advice will be revealed in the future.

[@ladybookworms]

@TrianaNero Could you please explain the last paragraph? Why was he dissatisfied?

[@Xyo_]

This week on “most importantly, Sarah’s husband” Adam: 😏 Sarah: 🙂‍↔️🙄😲

[@andyb3522]

volleyball couple goals xD

[@andyb3522]

Adam: "that was epic!" you know that immensely vindicating feeling of pride you get when you show somebody your favourite song, and it immediately becomes their favourite song too? I just got that feeling xD and I had no part to play in introducing adam to haikyu, but I still got the feeling though haha I guess what I'm saying is, yes. It was indeed epic! =)

[@PatrickS33D]

After this Episode Adam can now officially scream it out loud, that Oikawa has his own floor in the Brohouse and with the new Sponsor... maybe Sarah can work it out in understanding why😂😂

[@SmoothWeeb]

29:34 I don't know what it is about it but Oikawa tripping while trying to get up after that set is one of the greatest things I've ever seen animated

[@sid9993]

The coolest part of this reaction was Adams perfect understanding of Oikawa’s mindset!!!

[@yeti112]

Adam used his Prediction Breathing technique with the 'genius' scene. This is my favourite episode of the season. I'm also glad Sarah's perfect 5 seconds for the ending pause is back.

[@vdinh143]

How is Adam so smooth with that Shiratorizawa 😂😂😂☠️☠️

[@andyb3522]

but cant get yahaba xD hes got his pronunciation priorities straight i guess haha

[@canadannoko]

Actually, every player on both teams touched the ball in that last play, so it was Karasuno's 6 who ended up being stronger than Seijoh's 6! I was already leaning towards liking Oikawa when I first watched Haikyuu cause I related to his frustration about talent vs hard work (though I never snapped like he did lol). But the long set and then Oikawa scrambling to get back into the game is what won me over for good. I still love that we're almost done season two and Sarah still confuses Adam at times asking if he's crying haha

[@chadcharest9891]

I agree, but there's a player that represents that better for me. The ultimate hard worker with the ultimate never give up attitude. But won't spoil that.

[@benlincoln7358]

I just realized that all 6 of aoba johsai did too for the first time today! Good call, glad someone pointed that out. Every player on both teams make a good to incredible play too. Such an amazing match, even on rewatches that last point puts my nerves on edge. The show does such a great job of deepening Oikawas character. It’s such a genuine and insightful reaction when he snaps, for one he’s a young teen at that point, and two I can’t imagine the frustration he must’ve felt being so close to great at something you love and invest your whole self into-but always losing out to Ushi or Kageyama. Teens already have a lot of frustration and misplaced emotions, so I think it makes him more sympathetic to me, even if I hate his actions. Lol and poor lil Kageyama seems oblivious in that scene 😅. When ppl ask me why I love Haikyuu and why they should watch it, my answer is always the characters and their development. Edit/ also shoutout to iwa in that scene for saving kageyamas Life and being a key to Oikawas development as a player and a person. ❤❤❤❤iwa

[@Audrey4u]

agree or not, we all have to admit that oikawa is one of best setter even at the national level. and don't forget about asahi, he have a big mental of ace too. his decision to hitting from backline to not let it be free ball was something else. the last rally still to be one of my fav moment from the whole series

[@bella-je5yc]

i agree actually. suga says so himself, and ushijima too i believe, oikawa IS good enough to be on a national level, that's the only thing i differ from adam on that speech, it's been said that he can be there. and he's for sure one of the best setters in the show, hands down

[@Audrey4u]

@@bella-je5yc he was just in a situation of "why talented peoples always get in my way"

[@bella-je5yc]

@@Audrey4u right! he was limiting himself by having that mentality. this is the match that mentality disappears

[@dorin497]

Kageyama has been considered a genius because he can pinpoint set no matter how off the ball is, and Oikawa has always said that he could never pinpoint toss like Kageyama. But that super long toss by Oikawa really shows that he has not given up on trying to be on Kageyama’s level, he probably worked and practiced hard for that. As he reflects in his head that talent is something you make bloom. It’s pretty easy to hate Oikawa, but appreciating him is really satisfying though.

[@arandeepgala9927]

This episode is why Oikawa is dubbed “The Great King” what a player.

[@thomassteigerwald3329]

I hope Sarah remembers to show the extra Seijoh post-match video to Adam!

[@col5940]

I think due to translation you misunderstood the line "6 who are strong are stronger". In Japanese is "Roku nin de tsuyoi hou ga tsuyoi" means "6 who are strong together are stronger" which is what Iwaizumi said to Oikawa in middle school. The motto of Seijou is the team and not individuals that's why their forte is the combination plays. They know they don't have someone like Ushiwaka a pure power player on their team so they perfected their team plays. Oikawa's ability as a setter is to bring out the best of all players and he also sees the setter to be someone who is in service of the team that's why losing this game was hard for them because every single one of the players from both teams gave everything they had and they still lost. In the little extra scene of the aftermatch Oikawa actually says it and recognizes that they were just a little bit better at that moment than them as a team.

[@arandeepgala9927]

Hey Sarah, reminder to try and react to the Aoba Johsai OVA at the end of the season. It’s only short and it’s on KZbin too 👍

[@chirumanisaikalyan6669]

pleaseeeeeee do this!!!

[@t3cchan]

Minor correction, but All TWELVE players on the court touched the ball on that last point! I bring this up not to be annoying but because it does change the thematic implications of the scene a bit.

[@EsquirebobAnimations]

Adam predicted the 'genius' line to the point I thought yall had scripted it lol. But it's just a fun facet to reality, that people can act and think the way you think and it's so satisfying. This was also THE episode I was waiting for.

[@heisenberg6197]

hope you'll watch the end credits scene of seijo.. oikawa and iwa duo is one of my fav

[@Cons2911]

When he pointed back to his teammate… that angle was so cool, and then the camera follows the ball… so epic

[@lalaman12322]

My favourite thing about is Haikyuu is despite this being a story centered around Karasuno and this match's winner being Karasuno, the MC of this match was Oikawa for me. Those final moments really make you fall in love with Oikawa's character.

[@alyssacooper6553]

THIS. I understand every criticism about Oikawa, but I think it's just so important to remember that these are still high school boys (a grace that a lot of Oikawa haters tend to give Hanata and Kageyama, but forgot to offer Oikawa). As a 17? Maybe 18 year old boy... knowing that you can be the best at your position in your area, you can be charming, you can work yourself to injury (remember that brace in the first appearance), you can have at times *insane* intellect of the game, you can throw yourself into the damn score board, and you can even CORRECTLY READ THE PLAY BEING MADE RIGHT IN FRONT OF YOU (because Oikawa was in position, if the blockers hadn't touched it first he would've picked it up)....AND STILL. STILL. You can't beat this freakish Ace (Ushijima) or some genuis setter THAT YOU TRAINED (Kageyama). That is enough to drive anyone off the rails. Especially a high school boy in JAPAN of all countries where pride and standards is literally everything. Oikawa can be a dick, I know. But he carries this weight *extremely* well, all things considered. I've seen folks have breakdowns over far less back in my sports days 🤣 You don't have to like him, but I honestly don't understand how people get through the show and don't feel for him. SPOILERS: And he still overcomes it all, in the end. I love him. Sorry to dump on your post 🤣 he's not even in my top 5 favorites. But I do feel strongly about his arc lmaoo

[@battousaix4263]

@@alyssacooper6553 SPOILER I find it so satisfying that Oikawa did eventually "make" it, playing in the Olympics on the Argentinian team. Playing for his idol and now coach Jose Blanco, but also being given the chance of beating all the people he "hates" (lol) at one of if not the highest level of volleyball in the Haikyuu world. He's basically a sports version of a character who's "too angry to die" lmao, and its so great to see his character finish the story in that way.

[@veraserah]

Every last single person on the court touched that last rally, not just Karasuno! EVERY person. "Six who are strong are stronger." If you juxtapose this to their last point in their previous inter-high match, you'd see the animation parallels and what's the same, what's different, how much they've grown in the first two seasons. From here on out it's a new adventure. Also to Adam's point about Oikawa and nationals, the scene with the mysterious figure plants a seed early on! This is Oikawa's last high school volleyball tournament... having never gotten to nationals. Oikawa has always wanted to go bigger, go farther in volleyball, and knowing him, that conversation about finding your limits is a GREAT seed to plant in him. "Talent is something you make bloom, Instinct is something you polish" - SO on point for describing Oikawa's struggles and journeys with himself, his character growth, and of course his volleyball growth! The music during the last rally is epic, too bad copyright deprived it from us here haha.

[@pppoootttee]

Please add the bonus scene to your next episode's reaction.

[@BeeMode-yu2gr]

That legendary set sits in the back of my head whenever a new watcher is repulsed by Oikawa. It's hard to hate the guy who puts 100% into getting 100% out of his team.

[@ladybookworms]

Adam's got a penchant for reading characters and making predictions. Wow, he read Oikawa like a kindergarten book and I LOVE it!! I love you guys for doing the reaction together, although I did really enjoy the first time around with just Sarah and well, this just ups the game to a totally new level. Plus it's great seeing you two interact as well, both for Haikyuu and the anime channel. Boy am I glad you two decided on this!

[@adamschulz9475]

Thanks for the compliment! We really enjoy doing this together and the community that has joined us.

[@janedavitt7234]

Sarah, I honor your courage in sharing what you've been through. Thank you for using this medium to underline the message that we all need a listening ear and a helping hand at times.

[@benlincoln7358]

🧡🖤🧡🖤 well said, seeing someone of such strong character (and with the mental fortitude of an Olympic athlete/world champion) speak on that is really important. It makes me, and I’m sure others, feel like it’s okay and not weak to admit you need help and hopefully take the steps to get it. Thank you again @sarahpavanvolleyball

[@ArgKnoxville86]

23:10 Adam understood everything. Also some refferences just if you so happen to catch this comment: (this 2nd match against Seijoh has TONS of refferences to the previous match, all moments that went in a different direction last time) In this episode alone we have to big ones. One is the Kageyama dump he does to "pull ahead". In the earlier match the first point Seijoh scores is with a dump by Oikawa to suprise everyone and throw them off rythm from the start. And there has been a theme of whether if Kageyama can catch up to Oikawa. Last match we had the "one hand toss" to signal that Kageyama was indeed catching up, and now we have this dump to take the lead. Another one is of course that last set. Those are mirror scenes. If you play them back to back the differences are that Hinata has his eyes opened and can see the block and Kageyama's toss has a spin. Meaning had they not evolved "that toss" they would have lost. We also have Asahi here having a little moment of his own spking the ball from the back line since he learned to do jump serves and also a callback like Sarah said to the Johzenji match where they did the same.

[@criimsontale]

The grin on Adam's face at 32:01... It's just so freaking good to see the raw emotions this anime about a sport that is so close to heart to both of you is bringing up to the surface. Love Haikyuu for this!

[@AnAnAnanannn227]

My absolute favourite episode of all Haikyu. Karasuno won the match but for me the last point was all about Oikawa. He really inspires me to work harder even now

[@guillaumebelangermethot9907]

This episode is a testament of Oikawa's character and how much of a competitor he is. This is why i love him. He left it all on the court. Sometimes you give everything and still come up short. These are valuable life lessons. After this episode how can anyone not love Oikawa?

[@Ella8i8]

I think Sarah misinterpreted that " Six who are strong together are stronger" because that's what Kageyama learned from Oikawa actually, and Oikawa keeps repeating to himself whole match to stay calm in front of the genius. It's the same message. It's like the core of Seijou team.

[@mikkosimonen]

Part of that is bad translation, but part of it is just her bias against Oikawa and Seijoh.

[@weaseldale]

"that was epic" YALL are epic. To watch you both genuinely enjoy the show, and for Sarah its even a rewatch like me, just as much as i do AND for you both to together pick up on so much... It's really a treat for us viewers to get to participate in this with you.

[@johndyr8846]

Adam was like : "YOU GET MVP, NO YOU GET MVP !" 😂 Keep the content coming it's fun rewatching with y'all !

[@karavalgardson3071]

I always have chills throughout that last rally whenever I watch - especially at Oikawa's point and set. Love the little backstory snippet - "Rather than despairing and giving up because you're not a genius, believe that your power is not limited to this, and continue on the path straight ahead of you" like, ugh! Gets to me. And then, "today might be the day to grasp the chance to let your talent bloom" (it even gets Sarah, known Oikawa hater, to tear up lol). And he does - with that long set to Iwaizumi, Oikawa raises his level even more - he isn't giving up to the geniuses yet.

[@ME14-00]

This episode made me an Oikawa fan, He loves volleyball

[@aryanurag]

This episode is one of my favorites, no matter how many times I watch it. The rally, the soundtrack, the intensity , the dialogues.. everything of that last point is epic. Glad Adam loved it too. Absolute limit switch.. it's just the best.

[@kiaranairany4780]

For me this eps is when Oikawa finally break free from his insecurities that holding him back This is the moment when i fell in love with him and his character development

[@maryt2786]

It’s such a treat watching Adam during the last point. I feel like that was the first time we saw him so expressive and excited. I was watching like: “See? See? Isn’t it great?”

[@pangolin_aed5617]

Watching you guys make me realize haikyuu touch a lot of people but touch volleyball player directly to their heart. I hope you guys can have time reading the manga, its the besttt

[@DeathNoteBlue]

"Come on...Come at me with your ultimate weapon, Tobio!" That was fucking sick

[@tomcoleman8702]

This episode is so good and thanks for the fun reactions! I will never get tired of Oikawa's never relenting and never ending hatred of Kageyama. Oikawa's struggle to accept that he is and belongs among the best, that struggle is something people struggle with all the time. It's like a full story of imposter syndrome.

[@Wesmin]

Both yelling "Get down!" just makes me smile.

[@HeyDaydreamer96]

This was an awesome final rally! That feeling of tension and excitement throughout the rally made me all sweaty and feel nauseous and lightheaded ngl it was that real for me 🤣

[@itsmusic3366]

Btw Did you guys also watch the Seijoh extra movie scene after this episode?

[@melimelimelimelimeli84]

The music, the action, the animation, the dialogue. Everything mixed together that makes the final relay really spectacular, makes everyone watching very excited. And it will hit harder for people who have experienced that feeling like volleyball players like Sarah and Adam. Haikyuu’s soundtracks is one of my all time favorites. Bravo to the artist/author for this amazing manga and bravo to the production team that animated, chose the soundtrack that gave us a wonderful anime

[@locomojoboy2]

31:30 Not sure what Adam was thinking about them missing the touch call when it literally bounced off Oikawa’s arm after that…

[@super.saiyannn]

On the last play, Mad Dog fully commits to being a part of the team and hustles to save the ball (Also after Yahaba set him and he makes the kill a few plays before this, Mad Dog and Yahaba congratulate each other)

[@SnowyJop]

People point this out all the time but Oikawa actually had a read on Hinata's last spike, but bc the ball hit Mad Dog's fingertips on the way down the trajectory was off ruining his receive. He really was SO close.

[@coleusblumeibenth8014]

yeah kyotani wasn't in sync on that block, probably because he lacked practice time with the team.

[@saamsaam334]

hinata went for the wipe tho... gotta give credit for that.

[@saidhafidz4883]

incredible writing if you ask me​@@coleusblumeibenth8014

[@SkuIIKn1ght]

What's crazy is that the series is still just ramping up at this stage, there is so much to enjoy ahead of you. I can't wait to see how adam is gonna react to season 3 and 4. I kinda wish we could get more than one episode from you guys per upload lol but I understand it's kind of a pain just editing and uploading these alone.

[@tamarlevy5949]

iwaizumi has always been a great player but this is the episode that always has me impressed. he does it all, such a good player.

[@laust5868]

season 3 is peak haikyuu can't wait to see him see that one moment

[@remnatsuki8792]

Amazing episode and never fails to give me goosebumps every time

[@bella-je5yc]

Adam finally coming out as an Oikawa stan LMAOOO so true of him, join the club!! he'll always be my favorite on this show. he's so compelling, so relatable, so real.

[@TaniaKapa]

Iwazumi is absolutely the MVP! He was eeeverywhere..doing ALL the things..and most importantly keeping a very close eye to his captain, as a friend, as a teammate, as the ace he really outperformed himself!

[@mamsuuu]

These reaction videos are the highlight of my week!! I've watched so many channels react to haikyuu and rewatched the whole show multiple times by myself. I love it so much and sharing this love for it, whether online or not, warms my heart. Can't wait for s3, even though s2 has a place in my heart, s3 has to be my favorite!! Soo many intense and epic moments are yet to come 🤩

[@Mid_Youth_Crisis]

I AM SO EXCITED TO REACH SEASON 3!!!!! Adam is gonna love this season

[@mylenainacio273]

Anyone I watch react to haikyuu, episode 9 of season 1 and episode 24 of season 2 are the first episodes I antecipate their reactions the most. I won't forget Sarah's first reacton to it hahah and now this one! One of the best episodes, for sure!

[@ahgacababeumetiny-Lshawol]

Ok so yeah ...i ugly cried during this episode for seijoh !!!!

[@elijahbaron8596]

Adam commented on Kageyama's nice footwork both in the final point for this match and the match Karasuno lost against Aoba Johsai 😁30:45

[@onepinkerton1597]

OMG I'm shocked right here when 22:56 Adam said exactly what the Seijoh's coach was going to say "Oikawa is really good at everything but he's not a genius". It's true, but also because it's true it makes me admire Oikawa even more. He knows himself is not a genius, yet his dedication and hard works are absolutely great and superb.

[@crescentmoondriver4343]

There's quote from a manga called Eyeshield 21; "We don’t have time to waste asking for the things we don’t have, we can only look for the best way to fight with the things we do have.“ I think that exactly mirrors what the character said to Oikawa

[@him.9435]

Oikawa is the Obi Wan Kenobi of Haikyuu. Obi Wan became one of the best Jedi although he was never one of the most powerful.

[@JDteaandcrows]

I'm pretty sure Adam's eyebrows touched his hairline. Also wanted to say a quick thank you to Sarah. I have infusions monthly on Thursday and it takes it out of me but ever since your very first haikyuu reaction you've given me something to look forward to during my recovery. I hadn't planned to say anything but your graceful candidness about your mental health journey gave me the courage for this vulnerability. So thank you for the fun, educational, and relatable videos. I've come to love volleyball more since subscribing to your channel and have enjoyed quietly supporting you on your path.

[@Shaybay_43]

Bravo game, bravo thoughts, still one of my favorite episodes of the series...I got chills. Great game.

[@ArceeDilao23]

Love to see Adam on the edge of his seat, jaw on the floor, holding his breath. And it only gets better from here!

[@FTNChicken]

Perfect episode! Every single point could have been the climax of its own episode

[@laust5868]

the beauty of haikyuu is that you can't help but cheer on every single team on the series LMAO

[@thatperson512]

Something I noticed with a rewatch is that Mad Dog was late with his block. Potentially because he has bad timing when blocking with his teammates. (No one to countdown the block timing and he’s been away from the team for a while). if he had been a smidge faster or slower Seijoh probably gets another chance to attack. My favorite rally in the series!

[@shelly1339]

I was waiting for this one! Just an amazing, amazing match that fills me with so many emotions - it must be my 9th or 10th rewatch and I still bawled during that last rally! So satisfying to see Adam appreciate all these moments - I sure wish I could discard all my memories of haikyuu so I can experience it again for the first time ;;; As always, appreciate you both (and Lydia ofc) for making this series!

[@mzi889]

Iwaizumi is the reason I understood the satisfaction of a perfect recieve and why I love recieving. To me he is my 2nd favourite character in the whole series right behind Tanaka.

[@ElvisBrown]

This episode is just perfect. Sarah's first reaction video randomly appeared on my YT feed, and out of curiosity i watched and in the end what made me watch the entire anime as well. I just loved how much into she was, screaming, shaking and everything. And it's so awesome to see Adam just emotionally invested as well (on his own way haha). And to add to that, being a neuropsychologist myself, even the ad was great too. Hahaha. Another great video guys.

[@DR1BLESS]

30:29 Sarah did the same scream her first watch through lmao 😂😂🎉🎉🎉

[@pueyo93]

that last rally gives me chills every time i see it. it so amazing

[@emmanuelaguinaga3624]

Seijoh might have lost but Oikawa definitely won this one

[@moonchild4593]

Finally one of my fav episodes of haikyuu. Oikawa's words have made me push myself hard and believe in achieving what i want if i work for it and i cry everytime i watch this episode still♡

[@HelloDeltav]

I like to think that Oikawa read that last play, just like in the first season, where he knew that Kageyama will pass it to Hinata. But it got a little redirected by hitting mad dog, which is awesome on both teams. Btw, I love the insight that Adam provides as a coach (and obviously I've been loving Sarah's insight since the beginning lol) ♥

[@blnn]

One of the beauties of haikyuu like no other sports anime has done (in so far as ive known) is that it makes you cheer for the other team and not only for the main squad. You get attached to them like you are part of the cheerleading squad on the bleachers. The opponents arent just mountains for karasuno to overcome they are another team having the same aspirations as karasuno as well. You cant help but cheer of them.

[@Latp22051]

Oikawa is one of the most human characters from the show. That's why he's my favorite ever😭

[@nihongo-shoyo10]

I liked the reaction of both of you, together. This is one of the best episodes of the 2nd season, and a great finale. Well, nearly the finale of the season. You can feel and grab the emotions, the intensity, the goosebumps all over you arms.... I watched Haikyuu several times, it´s an anime I can watch if I feel exhausted or down, but Hinata and the guys pep me up. Every time.😆 Adams reaction to Oikawa was great, also in the end where Adams prediction come true, before the talk between Oikawa and his former trainer. And the "philosophical speech" of Oikawa shows true size; he repects his teammates and also Karasuno, we could see that in the last episodes as he showed respect to the progress of the players, like Yamaguchi and also Hinata and Kageyama. But like you said, only thing he can do is to train and to improve! That´s a thing everyone of us can do; focus on an aim a work hard to reach it, even if some others are better on some topics without train so hard.

[@vice696]

My favorite episode! I know I pointed this out when Sarah watched this episode solo, but I still love how this episode is about how important each player on the court is and then in the last rally every player on both sides touches the ball at least once.

[@osmarmontes]

cant wait to season 3

[@karabomasibi2331]

"But Suga's a stud" haha peak Adam reaction

[@shaiangel]

I was just missing Haikyu when I saw your reaction series pop up on my page! Now that we're almost done with season 2 I can't help but comment out all of my thoughts! I watched Haikyu during my high school years and was just playing volleyball for P.E. Now, I'm in my second year post graduate medical school, so it has been a long while yet the feelings I have for the show are still as intense! It was so much fun rewatching Haikyu with an actual volleyball player's pov! I literally binge-watched season 1 with you, and now season 2 with you and your husband, for the past 2 weeks whilst I'm cramming for my exams🤣It is so much more fun seeing your insights on the plays and all of it. Haikyuu is one of the reasons I started watching competitive and Olympic volleyball as well as tune into the volleyball national league so it will always have a special place in my heart. I'm looking forward for season 3 and season 4 with you guys! Thank you so much~

[@Hvwkx]

I’ve been waiting for this episode since your reactions with Adam started. By far one of the best episodes in the entire series, excluding stuff that has yet to be animated. Oikawa’s super long is 👌, this isn’t the same Oikawa from season 1. The one who won the match but was defeated mentally. Now loses this match but is determined to not give up against those “geniuses”

[@benlincoln7358]

That last rally went (spoilers if you haven’t finished this episode): … … … K: Suga (serve) AJ: Iwa-oikawa-mad dog K: Tanaka-suga-asahi AJ: Hannamaki-oikawa (THE set)- iwa K: Daichi-Tanaka-Asahi AJ: Shinji (net)- mad dog K:Kageyama AJ: Kindaichi (block) K: Suga(face)- Kageyama-Hinata (umbrella) Kindaichi (tip)-Oikawa- floor, pt: Karasuno GGs all around.

[@xuezhang-n6w]

This episode is definitely one of my favorites. The background music, the emotion is awesome.Bit still can’t wait to watch Adam seeing the S3E4, hope he can cry when seeing it hahaha.