Olympic Volleyball Player Reacts to Haikyuu!! S4E4: "Taking It Easy"

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

Kageyama completely rattling Sakusa without meaning to had me 😂

[@linweixie6785]

WHAT WAS THAT ELF SEGMENT HAHAHHAHAA

[@RF-eq9rf]

upload more often please :(

[@shauryasuri3653]

Miya atsumu is the best character. Change my mind.

[@shauryasuri3653]

This episode is gonna have an insane payoff

[@0l1v3r94]

You will be completely fall in love with tsuki later on!! I wont spoil it, but i will comment again to remind you about this later on when u watch that “moment”

[@clementinekitten8305]

the japanese word for "goody two shoes" that atsumu uses is おりこうさん (orikousan), which is something that adults call young children, like "good boy". so he's not just being a jerk, he's being a condescending jerk lol

[@OmiOmislysolofficial]

Help i love this jerk😂 I'm sorry I like him more than I do Oikawa

[@AlbertRotten]

The scene with Hinata and Hyakuzawa is the most Hinata thing ever. Hyakuzawa is super tall and he actually got an invite to the training camp, two things that Hinata should be envious of. But instead of Hinata being envious and resentful of him, he actually gives Hyakuzawa advice to help him improve as a player. That scene just really captures the type of person Hinata is. Instead of knocking people down so he can climb further up, Hinata wants to bring others up with him on his way to the top. It's just so wholesome.

[@ichigoparfaitgatomaranai]

Well, Hinata is quite clearly envious. However it's the healthy kind of envious. It isn't jealously at all, and he doesn't start to feel helpless because of it. It's the admiration kind of envy.

[@perevision]

This is honestly one of my favourite moments of the whole series

[@linkthai1995]

Hinata clearly stated that he wants to bring others up so he could knock them down (in a match)

[@iekha_triples7718]

Hinata literally said because he wants to beat "the best" so he can become the "best of the best"....

[@dannysea6980]

I love our little tangerine!! TwT I live for these moments and for seeing how Hinata affects the people around him, motivating them, making them more confident and even more competitive

[@theonemweh]

The elf dance is the most random edit in this entire series of reaction videos, AND I LOVE IT.

[@dididyo2253]

The atsumu comments trying to convince Sarah to love him, are just the season one oikawa comment war all over again 😂😂

[@lyrablack9169]

Nah like I get that he's a jerk, he's not everyone's cup of tea but BABE DON'T INSULT HIS VOICE IT'S MIYANO MAMORU PLZ HE SOUNDS SO HOT WITH HIS ACCENT :((((

[@ImaginarySkittles]

i LOVE this ep. Like a lot. We basically get to see what Hinata did for Yachi in a volleyball setting. Which is a huge step for him to actually be able to teach someone else something! Season 2 showed how amazing Hinata is as a person, but this season turns it up a little and shows Hinata applying things he's learned just by watching. I just really love this arc since it's very unexpected. I always feel so proud of him for accepting his position as ball boy, and doing as much as he can with it.

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

It really is a feel-good episode in that regard. Hinata brings out the best in people on the court and in life. He is really cute, even though some of his decisions are aggravating

[@andrestanori8877]

​@@SarahPavanVolleyball about mad dog he is a second year, the youth camp it's only for 1st yrs

[@Revaiel_]

Sarah immediately picking up on Atsumu being another Oikawa lol

[@JeepyTheK]

It’s funny to me how you can dislike Kunimi but like Kenma and Tsuki. They’re the same type of chill personality. I wouldn’t call him lazy, cause he wouldn’t show up to a special training camp to practice if he was. The difference is he doesn’t like wasted effort, and overdoing things. Diving for balls in the very beginning of practice could be seen as a drawback especially if you are planning to practice all day. He’s always thinking while playing too. He’s a calculating role player and that receives well. I’m glad Hinata picked up on it and started to learn from him instead of writing him off that’s why his 2v2 teams were always good.

[@SquareJ86]

I never heard anyone call Hoshiumi an elf🤣🤣 fun fact his supposed to represent a seagull just like bokuto is supposed to look like an owl. great reaction cant wait for the next one!

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

really?!?! Oh I guess I see it with the eyes. Never would have guessed that on my own though.

[@hinatas_oj]

@@SarahPavanVolleyball you could kind of see him as a shuttlecock too lol 🤣

[@samsaumaralikhan]

@@hinatas_oj bro "shuttlecock" ive never even thought of that

[@sz8541]

Hoshiumi gave me fantasy of men with feathery head.

[@Foranoda]

"It's so simple and trivial. But it's also really easy to forget in a chaotic match" one of my all-time favorite quotes in the whole show

[@TrianaNero]

About Kunimi: good to keep in mind that this training camp is only open to 1st years, and within just 1 prefecture (Mad Dog is a 2nd year). Also, the translation at 24:36 is incomplete: the coach specifically banned tipping using fingertips, and you can see Kunimi curling his fingers when he tipped, so that was allowed. In one of the more recent interviews the author and the current editor discussed how Hinata has high emotional intelligence, and this was definitely a case in point! And I'm with you on Tsukki at least partly wishing to encourage Hinata there :"D He can deny it all he wants, but he went as far as to encourage both Kageyama and Hinata (in an annoying way) to study harder to make it to the training camp, even though he had there was no merit in it for him x)

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

Triana to the rescue again!! Thanks for the translation, yet again! Also, love the interview tidbit!!

[@oliviamaya]

hi sarah!! basically, when shiratorizawa's assistant coach was talking about washijo sensei's reaction to them losing, it was a callback to the season 3, episode 10. it was a very small detail so it's easy to forget, but when hinata scored the final point, there was a scene showing washijo's facial expression to this. he was smliing, almost out of envy (but not really idk), as if hinata's will and determination as a short player resonated with him. that's how i choose to interpret it!

[@cainblood7484]

I was just about to comment on that and agree with you. I'm just glad I didnt have to write a whole paragraph lmao

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

oooooookkkk... got it! Thanks for reminding me

[@tsarmond]

in that scene he sees himself in hinata. thats why washijou-hinata are my favorite relationship in this story. washijou sensei is a old grumpy man, so its not easy for him to accept that change, but even he was touched by the light of hinata, thats really cool. how sarah said about tsukishima in this video, thats growth!

[@robertcampbell8070]

Washijo is actually the biggest Hinata stan around.

[@Iqnacio.]

Honestly seeing a lot of Oikawa in Atsumu (the blonde setter with an attitude) is a pretty fair assestment for your first impression, they do share A LOT of traits both as players and characters, although they also have clear differences. If I had to define him in relation to Oikawa I would say that Atsumu is something like an extreme version of Oikawa, as in, his good traits as a player and character are probably better than Oikawa's, but his bad ones are quite possibly even worse, so it can definitely take a while to warm up to him (if you do at all), but if the good parts about him resonate with you, you are definitely gonna love him. In any case It will definitely be an interesting journey for you to know him... and definitely a very funny one for us 😂

[@preetamozarde5040]

Don't worry, Sarah. Fortunately, Sakusa is just as socially awkward as Kageyama. As such, I think both Kageyama and Sakusa thought that they just had a conversation. Unlike the other two players and the audience who are watching, they don't even realize that what they're saying could be interpreted in an offensive manner. You're spot on about the fact that Sakusa has a lot of respect for Ushijima and genuinely thought that no team in his prefecture would be able to stop them. Also, if they do have a deeper relationship, then Sakusa has just missed out on his chance to meet Ushijima at the nationals one last time. Also, did you notice that in episode 2 of this season, Washijo tells Goshiki that when he's spiking the way he's going to hit is obvious based on the way his body is moving. I love that in this episode, you see that Goshiki has taken the time improve on that and it is now difficult for even three pretty good middle blockers to tell how he's going to hit just based on how his body is facing In the case of Kunimi, I actually think he is one of the people performing the best at this camp so far. Even Hinata thinks 'he really is good' or 'Kunimi's team is always good in 2-on-2's. Also, he doesn't skip out all the time or in an obvious way. Like Kindaichi says he does try sometimes. He just won't go out of his way to give a 120% all of the time. But especially in a game, he always goes for balls he thinks he can get. Also, remember that not every single person who is good at volleyball wants to be a volleyball player when they grow up. So, there is going to be a difference in the amount of drive and passion. Indeed, Hinata is really like a ball of light. How poetic is that 'Hi' in Hinata means Sun. Fits his character perfectly.

[@minsungseungmin]

This one sentence in your comment made me laugh out loud...." I think both Kageyama and Sakusa thought that they just had a conversation." It is SO true. I agree 100%. Everyone else is like, DAMN! And they're like, What?

[@Dan-ok6zt]

Sakusa does seem to have a good relationship with Ushijima. He refers to him by his given name Wakatoshi and the honorific -kun instead of -san. The only other character that uses this name is Tendo while everyone else his age uses his last name Ushijima or nickname Ushiwaka.

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

Nice tidbit reminder about episode 2... you're right. I did pick that up, but then didn't connect it with his swing in the extra practice. Thanks for that!

[@soo-bun]

NOW THE "GOODY TWO-SHOES" AND THE "LET'S TAKE IT EASY" MOMENTS I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR SO LONG. SEASON 4 LET'S GOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!🔥

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

People are OBSESSED with "take it easy." I wasn't expecting such excitement!!

[@chorusalonso8834]

18:34 “I PLAY WITH ONE OF YOU!” had me dead 😂😂😂

[@villainsoup]

Atsumu can definitely be aggravating but I think he just has no filter 😂 LOVE this ep, definitely one of my faves in s4 and in general!!

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

I think I need to get to know him better. He gave me such Oikawa vibes that I wrote him off immediately.

[@ShidoLionheart]

@@SarahPavanVolleyball It's annoying like oikawa don't worry about that i don't like him to

[@kingintox5743]

@@ShidoLionheart not liking Atsumu is a federal crime

[@MH-ql4nh]

@@kingintox5743 I don't like him. At all. He's annoying like Oikawa, but without Oikawa's charm :-)

[@lucasconde1939]

​@@kingintox5743 i cannot agree more

[@sz8541]

The author had a one-sentence comment for Kunimi, saying he will be invincible if he eats well, sleeps well and does his strength training properly , but he will never does so(something like it). Kageyama also said almost exactly the same thing.

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

So much potential, but he will not do any of the extra stuff to get there

[@PotatEngineer]

Ah I love this episode so much! I couldn’t stop smiling with how good this episode is + sarah’s commentary. Also, Sarah was wearing the same sweater as Komori (round eyebrows) at 5:17 😂

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

omg TWINS!!! I can't believe it hahaha.

[@habibabukasim2030]

Hahahaha yoshhh

[@FrozenByul]

Miya Atsumu can call me a pig and spit on me. 🤣 thank you, that’s it, that’s the comment.

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

😂 😂 😂

[@m.joriii6792]

@@SarahPavanVolleyballYES THEY WILL REPLAY THIS SCENE AND YOU WILL SCREAM WITH PASSION AND CRY

[@OmiOmislysolofficial]

YES THANK YOU FOR THIS COMMENT I'M SORRY BUT I LOVE ATSUMU OVER OIKAWA

[@talissoncavalcante6581]

I feel that this episode and the one with Yachi are the ultimate proof that Hinata would be a amazing Vice-Captain (Sugawara's job now) for Karasuno in his 3rd year. He's not cut to be THE leader of a team, but he's so good at suporting and helping others that i can't help but imagine this little ball of sunshine as the ultimate senpai of Karasuno Volleyball Team.

[@marionlazatin4450]

every time sarah calls hoshiumi an elf I keep thinking "WHY WEREN'T YOU AT ELF PRACTICE?!?!"

[@seekittycat]

I'm not sure if you remember but the coach helping out is the current coach for Jozenji (the yellow super energetic team with Hana-san and the tongue piecing guy who hit on Kiyoko-san). They're well known for training using 2v2 which is why they're doing this here too ^^.

[@helenajokic7149]

Sarah saying she hates Atsumu's voice broke my heart in two 🤣 I remember reading this before they announced the cast and thinking - it has to be Miyano Mamoru, he's the master of chaotic characters (and directors were thinking the same since Mamo said he didn't even audition lol)

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

It's just the way he was being so Oikawa-ish. It's not the VA, it's just Atsumu's attitude

[@arunapache91]

@@SarahPavanVolleyball yeah his tone of voice feels like "i m better than you" and yet i am sure he actually has the right to use that tone

[@audrechan9313]

I love miyano mamoru one of the best a perfect Atsumo and Dazai

[@accioravenclaw2052]

Me too hahaha I had the exact same reaction when I heard Sarah say that😂

[@helenajokic7149]

@@accioravenclaw2052 maybe its the Kansai dialect? 🤣 it makes him sound even more asshole-ish haha, I personally love it but it sounds strange when u first hear someone speak it

[@warrensee410]

I think you will grow to love Atsumu later in this season, like all of Haikyuu's characters. You are also coming closer to meeting one of the most loved and respected characters in this series! It is amazing how they are able to keep churning out these wonderfully written characters.

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

wait WHAT?! I thought I've met every important character at this point! I'm sooooo curious!!

[@warrensee410]

@@SarahPavanVolleyball Haha this one is probably the most inspirational character in my opinion. We can all benefit from his story. Even for a 50 year old man like me.

[@kamson8172]

If Sarah doesn't "love" Oikawa after his flashback I doubt she'll love Atsumu. She'll admit he's strong player tho.

[@tinathena17]

im excited for Sarah to meet that character. i love him so much

[@re_vievversaid7921]

@@kamson8172 agree. Hes way more annoying than oikawa

[@kunterborn1]

I love this episode, and the "take it easy" part is such an essential aspect of not only volleyball. Sometimes when I'm too in my head, "take it easy" is a reminder to breathe and let my mind pace itself. I'm so impressed by Hinata's ability to reach out toward others and encourage them. His EQ is high. The elf video had me laughing so hard that I cried. That's the first time I've laughed that hard in a few weeks. Atsumu takes some getting used to, but he's a fantastic character. While reminiscent to Oikawa in personality, they are fundamentally different setters.

[@exailiaxystian2049]

Honestly one of my top 3 favorite moments throughout the ENTIRE series. It's a showcase of Hinata's transition from being a simple spiker into a player that's learning and improving at an amazing rate. Can't wait until you reach my number 1 moment in the series later on in this season.

[@GisamokanNa]

Pitons??

[@exailiaxystian2049]

@@GisamokanNa the pitons are number 2 for me. There's one more that takes the top spot for me, but don't spoil it since I'm pretty sure you already know ;) If you read the manga though, there's a whole lot of panels that are just mesmerizing for the arc after Nationals.

[@CLGLazarus]

"I don't like this voice. It's too slippery, too slimy." Miyano. Mamoru. Baby. While Tsukki's voice actor is probably my favorite of all time, Miya Atsumu's is my 2nd. Every role he plays is different and the range of what he can do with his voice is insane. Goes without saying but you will grow to like Atsumu don't worry. But yes he's... slimy.

[@ErickKirei]

Miyano is such a great VA, met him as Kira from Death Note and since then every single character he's voiced is just phenomenal!

[@tims3329]

He is my favourite male anime VA. Steins;Gate really sold his acting skills for me. The Kansai accent is just a lovely cherry ontop, since I really love that dialect too.

[@selensewar]

WHAT?! Kira, Okarin, Ling Yao, Atsumu, Death's Kid - they're all the same VA?! God almighty, i didn't even suspect a thing! What a skillful VA!

[@perevision]

Mamo-chan!!! One of my idols, I adore him. If you want to hear him giggle, please watch Uramichi Oniisan, he’s hilarious there!

[@kohanamichi9567]

For some reason with mamo chan cuz I've known him since UtaPri back in 2014 like every new character he voiced I just can't take seriously cuz I instantly know its him 🤣

[@earlyoyster2793]

I can't believe Sarah made the best description of Mamoru Miyano's voice! It really is SLIMEY and SLIPERRY! hahahaha

[@jalbeee]

Slowing the pace is something that took me years to learn in tennis! When you're first learning a sport you just want to do everything harder and faster and it takes a lot of restraint and experience to let off the gas and create the time and space you need to work your way back into a point.

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

Soooooo true!! It's amazing what taking that step back can do to help progress.

[@NinjaAtlas]

Great insert for "I wanna play you at your best" when Hinata is giving his pep talk to Hyakuzawa!!! The original line is "I wanna beat you at your best" so you were very close!! I love that part so much

[@s_lasgalen]

"I don't like his voice" every single Mamoru Miyano fan just collapsed

[@KTCA0P]

So excited to watch this episode, this was one of the great ones for me. There is so much that is packed into this episode where we can really see the growth of the players where we can see a great payoff as the season goes on.

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

One of the great ones... that is a bold statement!

[@atalyadeleon8636]

I really need to props you or the editor for all the edited images and illustrations in the commentary session because it's so creative and new!

[@2ntwins]

your thoughts on sakusa are spot on. You will learn more about the ushijima/sakusa relationship much much later. Also I would actually say that hoshiumi is Hinata turned up to 11 both in skills and personality lol. Hinata's emotional intelligence and maturity is better that most adults (even if he has a bit of a napolean complex). The payoffs for these developments are going to make you cry sarah

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

Of course I am going to cry!! I always cry haha. Not sure I can handle someone who is more intense than Hinata!!!

[@PDIDDYSWORLD]

​@@SarahPavanVolleyball Wait till you see him in the episode "Vivid!" You also get a little "HEY HEY HEY!"

[@jayinterrobang]

hearing "shagging balls" in a haikyuu reaction was the last thing I expected today 😂😂

[@mukullataroy2195]

Mamo's voice acting doing exactly what it's supposed to with how annoying Sarah finds Atsumu 🤣

[@girish2754]

13:31 - hahaha, good one Lydia!!! I thought that was a great edit but then I saw the elf dance at 16:50. I salute you Lydia This is a great episode. Tsukki definitely cares about Hinata, I think it was in the last episode, there's a line where Hinata says Tsukki leaves food for hinata whenever the teachers are not looking. That's a great friend to have.

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

Lydia surprised me with the elf dance... I was laughing out loud! Tsukki has that hard exterior, but he is a good guy

[@riddle8999]

I thought it meant that Tsuki leaves food when his senpais (from Karasuno) aren't looking, as in he has a small appetite and doesn't eat much so he doesn't eat everything on his plate.

[@MasterPpv]

Kudos to Lydia for 13:31 and 16:45 - those both got full on belly laughs out of me 😂 By the way, one of my favorite subtle moments in this episode is at 11:00, when all the experienced / smart blockers, including Tsukki, get fooled by Goshiki into thinking he's about to do a cross shot. Tsukki even thinks to himself how he was sure that it was going to be a cross by the way Goshiki angled his approach and body. They all miss out on blocking the hit... but look who didn't get fooled! Hinata not only correctly read which was Goshiki would hit, he was right in place to catch the ball there when it happened. Personally, I think this is the best example during the entire camp of just how much Hinata's intuition for the game has grown from his dedicated observation. Also, the latter part of this episode really showcases exactly why Kunimi was, in fact, invited to the camp. In a show absolutely chock full of characters who love to "go all out" and put everything on the line every single play, I love the fact that they acknowledge that while that's a great ideal, there's a large amount of important long-term value in maintaining a certain level of consistency that requires lower effort. Like Oikawa said to Kunimi, if you're going to be lazy, be even lazier! But then, when everyone else is tiring out because they've been playing like Hinata and Kageyama do and just putting 150 percent into every play, that's when your still-fresh ass is gonna be working like crazy.

[@MasterPpv]

P.S. At 25:00 - they're not allowed to tip, but Kunimi was setting there so he did a dump, which I'm assuming is fine under whatever rules they're playing under.

[@preetamozarde5040]

​@MasterPpv Umm, I really think that Hinata was just standing there for the straight because people were already blocking the cross. If you notice, he's standing in the same place even before the set takes place. Don't get me wrong, Hinata's intuition for the game has definitely grown, that just wasn't an instance of him showing it. If anything, it's more about him putting the 'moving in sync with the blockers' part of his observation into practice. Since the blockers are going for the cross, he goes for the straight.

[@MasterPpv]

@@preetamozarde5040 That's a good point. The growth seems to be more in that he's not freezing up and chasing where the ball ends up but is actively waiting for it where he knows it'll be. Still, it's really awesome to see. Also, Goshiki's ability to be that angled on his approach but still manage to hit a really sharp line is just... *chef's kiss*

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

I laughed out loud when I saw those as well. I did NOT expect that! I understand what you're saying about Kunimi, but I'm not sure I fully agree. While Kunimi may be consistent, and has found ways to slow things down, it doesn't mean that his attitude and approach to hard work is right. He is lazy, and in my opinion, people who try to do as little as possible and then "turn it on" are rarely as successful as people who give it all they've got all the time.

[@Emarq31]

Although I have A LOT to say about how the anime aspect of Haikyuu was handled season 4, and in the future...this is still my favorite part of the story. This is really where Hinata shows his true potential and development as an athlete and as a person.

[@hongswan9433]

I’d like to post this comment every video, but I’m so proud/amazed/grateful that such an accomplished Olympian like Sarah reacts and enjoys Haikyuu this much along with us! All of your insightful commentary makes me appreciate Haikyuu and volleyball even more. Thank you so much Sarah!

[@WildModesty]

Hinata was always "chasing the ball". If he was a player on the court, that's all he instinctively could do. In other words, making sure he doesn't get to play and had to watch the game is a good way to open up his perspective. Force him to see that there was so much more he could learn. One wonders if coach Washijo realized this, in his grumpy way, when he said he was not going to let Hinata join in the camp's practices at any cost. He could have kicked Hinata out at any point. But he gave him an option that clearly benefitted Hinata. Be ball boy, and watch and learn for once, or go home.

[@tims3329]

YES! This is my favourite episode of the training camp. That Elf montage was so out there, hahaha. Hoshiumi's theme is "Seagull", his appearance but also the soundtrack that accompanies him. It's one of my favourites from Haikyuu.

[@peterhans3495]

Honestly, this training Arc is one of the best lessons I had in my life. I am not talking about Anime but life in general. First things first: Though what hinata did was reckless, you often have to try out everything you can if you really want something. Sometimes unconventional methods will provide you a chance you would otherwise never have had. In my opinion, you can reach very much in life just by asking. Even though you might think that some requests are unreasonable, you will be surprised how often people are willing to help you. Proactivity is also very important in life. Next lesson: I actually started playing Beachvolleyball because of Haikyuu. I was very observant the day I started playing and asked others a lot about Tipps on how to improve, because I know how much you can learn from more experienced players. This now not only applies for Volleyball but basically Sport and even every aspect I do in life. Just observe the people doing it better than you, ask yourself where why they are better, what do they do differently from you and how can you you the information in order to achieve what you want. Lastly, in my opinion the most important takeaway: life gives you a lot of opportunities. But often they are hidden. If you end up in a situation that wasn't planned, try to think about what the situation has to offer. Because even when some things don't go the way you want to, don't get frustrated. Be excited about the challenge and try to think of the best you can do in the situation. Since this episode, I have rarely had bad mood and usually had a positive attitude

[@joryhart9375]

Honestly, I've been watching you for so long just anticipating you finally meeting my favorite character in Haikyuu, ATSUMU!!!! Given your reaction to Oikawa I was anticipating you not really jiving with him immediately, but I really can't wait to see you get to know him and his team.

[@Kuoncchi]

I cant wait for more Atsumu stuff, he's one of my favourite characters in the series. The way he thinks is so simple, I love it so much.

[@dan1RR]

The all japan camp is for first and second years to prepare for Japan junior natonal team (by third year thr player normally is already being integrated to the nacional team). But Washijo especial camp is only for first years, and Mad-dog is a second year, so he cannot be picked for that camp

[@dannysea6980]

This arc is so relevant later in the season too, I just love how Haikyuu!! connects all its moving parts! This episode is so feel good on the Hinata side, I love this little sunshine guy and I will never get tired of his good cheer and genuine kindness!! Like he wasn't even really trying to cheer up Hyakuzawa, he is just like that, he's so enthusiastic and just inspires the people around him just by being himself! Ahhhhh, this has to be one of my favorite episodes, it is so precious!!! ^w^ (Also: not the elf montage ToT that was so cursed XD)

[@alexandrkovalenko2400]

about Kunimi, this camp is only for the first years and MadDog is already a second year student so that's why exactly Kunimi was invited, besides Kunimi has a realy good technic both tossing and receiving

[@sleepyboi03]

From what I remember from the manga, Sakuza is written more like a germaphobe. On top of that, he applies that to every single level possible so he prepares for everything that could possibly go wrong (which isn't bad) it's just to a lot higher of a degree than most people would expect.

[@ValHyde72]

Hinata doesn't just want to play volleyball. He wants to play good volleyball!!

[@uche876]

i watch haikyuu many times but watching with you again is a pleasure ♥ ty

[@MarioPlinplin]

The elf bit is absolutely delirious and I'm all for it

[@DreJr]

The word you were looking for is value/worth. Hinata makes everyone feel that they have worth. Just like he did with Yachi when she said she was just Townperson B. Everyone has their role and every role has worth. Any skill or talent is valuable to Hinata and he won't let anyone forget it or downplay those they have. His aura is that of enthusiastic appreciation.

[@jjef8706]

Him finally earning higher level game sense makes for some incredible plays later on, can't wait to see them!

[@kenfeng1237]

Didn’t remember this episode foreshadowed one of my favorite moments of the season later on, good watch!

[@JackLuk]

i love how this comes up in the last point with Inarizaki!! when hinata shouts and let's his teammates to slow down. Haikyuu!! is just a masterpiece

[@RedEyesRobotics]

Not sure if anyone has mentioned this yet, but season 4 was in production during covid, so there will definitely be some drops in animation through out, just as a heads up.

[@felipekenj1372]

I so excited to see your reactions for that season, I'm looking for it every week 😁

[@clooliss6400]

Thanks for another great review. I love being a part of this fandom. You are basically a mirror for all the emotions I had while watching the show originally. LOL I have very little volleyball experience and this show has taught me so much!

[@robsonchagas2984]

Bokuto can have that moment about being hooked on volleyball, but Hyakuzawa definitely likes the game more now. Crucial moment for any player, especially newcomers.

[@ju4niittow]

29:00 in the Manga I remember reading it just like you said it. It was "I wanna beat you at your best" and it was more powerful imo

[@MitcheeCostelo]

I ended up stumbling across a couple of your videos and you absolutely have the best reactions! You let the show breathe and do its thing, but you also give satisfying reactions and tell interesting stories! I absolutely adore your style and I'm glad someone as down to earth can be a world champion! Thank you for all the hard work!

[@DoNothingCrazy]

His face was shown in s3. Hes kind of also smiling. Hes in a way living his fantasy as a short player through hinata so even when they lost to him it also felt like he won against the ideal that stopped him from playing volleyball to begin with. honestly such a great and dynamic coach/tertiatry antagonist in all of fiction. So realistic while also being someone you could see as an actual coach in real life

[@jinkxyash1367]

the editing of this video is top tier

[@chrisona29]

Do remember this episode. Its gonna play a significant role later on!

[@r3h0l3s7]

In the previous season, when they were at the camp, after matches were over the players would break off and practice. During these times they also helped each other with techniques and approaches. The series overall is very positive on competitive spirit.

[@rociosandoval3283]

THAT elf escene was the best JASJSSSJSJS, OMG was so funny ❤️

[@TheBatmanWhoReacts]

My favourite episode of the season, no matter how many times I see it

[@lightintd5996]

I really couldn't stop to laughing when i saw you with the elf dancing. XD

[@silnot8235]

As a fan of both the original cartoon and the anime, Mr. Wasijyo is a character that I especially love among the many characters of Haikyuu.

[@tkoyama010]

Changing environment and perspective. Keeping your pace without overdoing it. I am learning important things in life from Haikyuu.

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

Haikyuu is the greatest

[@itzelramirez113]

What a way to finish my day, love your reactions Sarah 💞

[@itzelramirez113]

Also, the relationship between Hinata and tsuki it's just starting, you will see

[@itzelramirez113]

ANOTHER THING: Washijo's perspective it's so difficult to me, I've already read all the manga now and even with that I'm not really sure of how I feel about him, mixed feelings, but that feelings are definitely strong. Soooooo yes, just keep watching girl. 🤍

[@itzelramirez113]

ANOTHER THING, SORRY Atsumu it's like oikawa at the first sight, buuuut, i don't really thing they are look alike (in their attitude maybe, but not in their thoughts), in fact, a lot of people consider that they are the opposite. But yeah, you will have a lot of work with this character, it's difficult to understand him but even with that he's one of my favorites

[@nicholasjohnson2990]

I loved your opinion on Sakusa SO MUCH he really doesn’t genuinely hate or dislike karasuno he was just so curious as to how Ushijima lost and was making sure he could learn from it too.

[@patmonte8426]

Just in time for my birthday! Thank you Sarah!

[@CinJyxxe]

Oh man I love the setups this episodes creates for a bunch of future stuff. Getting called a "Goody Two-Shoes" struck a nerve for Kageyama, Hinata learning the importance of taking his time, and meeting some faces that will come up later on.

[@Flaaaaaavio]

i had to sign the membership just to see this ep reaction faster, SUCH A HUGEEEE MOMEMENT for My boy hinata

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

I’m glad you joined the Love House!! I agree…. It was a VERY big moment!

[@GuitarHeroMusic191]

oh my lord I lost it at 15:15 "He looks like a dinosaur" like you're so right but omg 😭 EDIT: OMG the dancing elves too I CAN'T hahahaha

[@OmiOmislysolofficial]

I almost forgot, but your editor(s) is/are AMAZING I need their sense of humor - it's as broken as mine (i hope lol) and credits are longgggg overdue

[@ElfireII]

Hinata's observational skills and ability to encourage and make friends so easily definitely shows his potential to be a team captain or coach in the future! He also has that sort of Bokuto vibe of pumping up everyone around him! While Tanaka's mental strength would make him an amazing Ace, and Enoshita's strictness and control over his juniors and peers would make him a good captain, Hinata is a first year while all of them are third years so it would be cool to see what a more matured Hinata would be like as a captain/ace! By the way this is pure speculation since I haven't read the manga yet.

[@jumpingjbug]

We don't get to see Washigo's expression. Still, based on the flashbacks of his backstory, he likely had an expression of longing mixed with jealousy that Hinata, who has less skill but just as much determination, was proving all of his past mentors and beliefs wrong.

[@nora4003]

It's always such a joy seeing these uploads

[@HCXWinchester]

Thats some insightful first impression of Miya Atsumu :D :D :D

[@tastyfruitz]

Just when I thought I had nothing good to watch I saw ur upload and remembered it's Thursday!

[@erikbender6022]

Nah the elf edit had me dying and smashing the subscribe button lmao

[@Lydia-rb8so]

The elf edit was unhinged, and I absolutely loved it lol

[@TownspersonB]

14:00 we finally get to listen to one of my favorite songs from the sound track - Seagulls! And if you pause at 15:32 there's a frame where you can see the shortest guy at the camp hitting clear above the block, and I love it

[@ezequielgaitan2181]

That training camp is for first years only, and Mad dog is a second year, that's why Kunimi was there and not him

[@jaderush4141]

18:37 "I play with one of you!" As a short person, I appreciate the implication that we all belong to a species that is completely separate from that of the tall people lmao

[@johnnyher559]

not sure if you read or remember my comment about ushijima foreshadowing the small player he met or seen at nationals but he was talking about the elf. youll love him in future episodes

[@MariahDawns]

The elf segment! 😂

[@akhilmanchanda7055]

your editor is built different man this is insane 17:27

[@HinatoNagasaki]

Oh, Miya Atsumu just enters the scene. Gotta be ready for best boi.

[@bdylp1098]

Always have fun reading the comments section. There's nothing I could possibly add, so just leaving my support.

[@r3h0l3s7]

For me the "Elf" has strong bird features. His hair very much like bird feathers, and his eyes remind me of a birds eyes with that odd ring around them.

[@JiyutoSeigi]

I was waiting for you to get here! Hinata had a moment where he was like a coach---gave tactical advice that completely changed the experience of a new guy (Hyakuzawa) from disliking the volleyball camp to enjoying it! That was really important! Then I was also looking forward to see if you had anything special to say about the 2-on-2 drills, because you play beach, and about Hinata's comment about height being the greatest talent, because you're tall. Thanks for sharing what you shared! 9:56: you can see it yourself, rewatching the last moments of Karasuno v Shiratorizawa! I myself would describe Washijo's face as a rueful grin.

[@NakiayHo]

In the manga, the last match playing with the little giant will show Washijo sensei face at that moment.

[@120whizkid]

It felt like when Sarah shouted "I play with one of you" she was talking about herself and her partners on the beach instead of Kageyama and Hinata

[@SarahPavanVolleyball]

😂 nope! Just trying to speak for Kageyama!

[@seyfuhal-sayif3077]

this ep will make you enjoy another one you will never forget about all your life

[@ashtonkhan8763]

Was looking forward to this eps reaction for soooooo lonnng