Team USA Libero Reacts to Japan vs. Italy 2019 Men's World Cup

[@Co_Dekko]

Japan's team is always just so fun to watch 🤩

[@random_3718]

So true, I admire the "Japanese Spirit"

[@jjs8483]

Me too When I watch USA vs Japan I always cheer for each team even though I am from usa

[@clwt4075]

Ishikawa is very refined in his attacks, blocks, and service. Nishida definitely has the strength and the potential but definitely needs more refinement. Looking forward to seeing their gameplay growth.

[@rewrose2838]

As someone pointed out, at 3:56 the Japanese setter in the middle saw the spike coming and pushed the blocker to the right 😂 so good!

[@jimai808]

That play is one of the reasons I love haikyuu because that exact same scenario played out in the game against shiratorizawa. When tendou (shiraroriawa's middle) gets a block against karasuno's synchronized attack, he explains that since 9ne of karasuno's players needed to make a diving dig, they weren't in position to attack. The only other players on that side were the setter and libero, so he knew the attack would come from the other side of the court. Without haikyuu, a non-volleyball player wouldn't think anything of the Japan setter pushing the middle to the right during that play. But now they can appreciate how attentive and smart some of these volleyball players are.

[@hatod2367]

go back a few second at 3:53, the Japanese setter was also the one who sent the ball to the Italy spiker on the left. He did that deliberately to narrow down attack options from team Italy. Team Italy have no choice but to attack from the right and that was the exact thing Sekita wants

[@rewrose2838]

@@hatod2367 awesome 😂 that guy needs to be nerfed

[@hatod2367]

@@rewrose2838 Sekita is real one who score that point 😂😂

[@azinwiz]

8:28 ishikawa also flowed into his attack amazingly well too after his receive!

[@baronyip3130]

Yuji Nishiada actually started his own KZbin channel! The language barrier might be hard but....you could try collabing with him!

[@grogu_2003]

I think he understands English, if Im correct I think he did the English subtitles trabslation on his channel

[@mackayla8262]

That would make the collage of the year!!!

[@thanglongnguyenvu3815]

He's got english subs up too, albeit some things seem to have been mistranslated

[@Fultilt]

any1 have a link? i've been looking for it and can't find it

[@grogu_2003]

@@Fultilt search Yuji Nishida channel on yt

[@trackhoodie1741]

Yo IT was SO COOL SEEING you featured in a Crunchyroll video! Seeing crunchyroll react to you reacting to their content is a WIN!!!

[@trackhoodie1741]

On top of that, I just came back from their website, and you are literally a question in a quiz. Look for haikyu news quiz on their site.

[@leif_1733]

It's such a delight watching Japan play. This was a good set. Thanks Erik for sharing. Love you!

[@TambayVids]

3:56 setter is pushing his teammate to the right side

[@rewrose2838]

Oh yeah, he did a great job predicting that 😂 (I missed it when watching normally)

[@kevinbelho115]

The more I watch Ishikawa the more I see if his skills and talent.

[@afunnylookingplatypus7595]

I fell in love with volleyball growing up watching your dad coach. I still remember the 1,000th win and how crazy that night was! But I’m glad people have a love for this sport.

[@arari1628]

Erik is just happiness definition, You're awesome

[@makdevilla]

13:47 is perfection. they jump all at the same time. lol

[@Fultilt]

*Sees an Erik video on the sub page" Love to see it.

[@lbd5539]

10:12 What a beautiful serve, dang!

[@jamesjunior9968]

Your videos are really great, get to know more about volleyball because of yours explanation...and also you are one of the best liberos out there

[@emrberlin2144]

Nishida is something else. Watching him is amazing.

[@marnietadem8699]

I was so impressed watching this so nice match. Absolutely great!

[@kanaward750]

Enjoyed watching the game with you! It was blast watching you play in Chicago last year(VNL). Can't wait to see you again next year in Evansville!

[@jimmyvenattu1609]

I saw Japan in thumbnail. I came within a second.

[@randommemes7528]

Woah😳

[@josuelozanojimenez9204]

This Haikyū episode looks so realistic!

[@Scrub_Lord-en7cq]

@@Ray-tf2ps E

[@dvbugarin]

shut up

[@viobru3303]

9:20 that quick was insand

[@munlovescarti16]

I love this channel so much ur my fav libero ima setter ur recs are amazing anyways love the channel

[@t3rasu]

Erik Shoji back at it again with another banger video. One question. Since you like watching the Japanese Men's Team play, would you react to some Spring High matches in the future?

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

It’s possible!

[@t3rasu]

@@ErikShojivolleyball That's great to hear. Have a nice weekend!

[@KakashiHatake-om5tv]

1:09 yall see nishida’s hand signal?

[@josuelozanojimenez9204]

he was 1 min with the signal. His teammates, the rivals and all Japan saw the signal

[@Scrub_Lord-en7cq]

@@josuelozanojimenez9204 It’s not like there’s gonna be an earthquake drill or something

[@yepsirr3650]

he was signaling for the server to serve the 5 area

[@Raymedy]

Super informational video! Thanks Erik you are such an inspiration to us.

[@meganoneill2216]

Great video, thank you! This is one of the games that got me watching mens volleyball during quarantine and now I'm hooked (I played but never followed men's)! I love the crowd at games in Japan. Love your commentary :)

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

Thanks for watching!! 😀

[@jameslicauco5398]

I hope erik posts about his libero idols

[@Seissmo]

Japan’s team is super impressive.

[@maliceeu5274]

i love ur jacket it looks so cool!

[@sebastianrebolledo2067]

Been loving the videos, being able to see you break down film is so educational and I think has helped my game a ton. Especially now when its hard to find people to play/practice with. Keep up the great work both on the videos and on the national team, were rootin for ya.

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

Wow thank you so much! I’m so glad you’re enjoying the videos. Keep working!!! 😀

[@AlecVista]

Very different playing styles 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@hylash5444]

Why the thumbnail look like Erik is about to hack the White house's database

[@kenyang2452]

That's good analysis Erik, well done

[@theindoorkites]

Id love to hear your thoughts on jpn vs canada from world cup '19 and jpn vs bulgaria highlights from vnl '19 as well! Thank you for the video! You pointing out details on a variety of plays makes the experience much more enjoyable (like i didnt even realise the simultaneous split step at 13:50 lol)

[@PsychedelicPenne]

What website are you watching this on? I really prefer this camera angle for watching matches but at the international level I can never get footage from this angle. I'd like to find this match and other matches like it.

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

It’s a website we use for the national team. So it’s kind of a secret 😅

[@PsychedelicPenne]

@@ErikShojivolleyball Noooooo! So I simply have to join the national team then? Are there any other good sites or KZbin channels you know have where one can watch games from this back-court camera angle?

[@ShammehoOohoOo]

@@PsychedelicPenne try vb K Har: kzbin.info/door/95Rtoln59sDRUQcv22N_Rw You have to find the national team matches (this guy/gal is Japanese so obv it's all team Japan's games)

[@PsychedelicPenne]

@@ShammehoOohoOo thanks! I’ve had this channel recommended to me before, but only the videos were they slap “Haikyuu” in the title and instantly rack up hundreds of thousands of views. I didn’t know they had any other games. Will have to check this out!

[@ShammehoOohoOo]

@@PsychedelicPenne He/she mostly uploads vids of high school games in Japan, but trust me, they're just as interesting. Lots of Ishikawa ones from when he was still in uni and high school.

[@michaelfishe3963]

Idc if they are playing my favorite team (USA) but Japan is always a joy and so fun to watch.

[@dannysbackstage7460]

damn, watching you notice all these things I never do really shows me just how many ways I can get better thank you

[@israelscrewface345]

love to see your content and hope you grow

[@KappaMan123]

Ishikawa pop off 💪

[@lennartxyz1952]

You should watch Japan play against Canada especially the 5th Set it was amazing.

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

Oh I was there watching in person

[@lennartxyz1952]

@@ErikShojivolleyball Amazing I always dreamed of watching Nishida live I'm his height, I'm playing his position and I'm a lefty to so he is my Idol.

[@Sa-fd7ih]

Hey Erik! Thanks for reacting to this match, hope you’ll consider doing set 1 and set 2 as well 😁

[@muhamadzainurahman3210]

Yessss😭

[@dell2321]

Youre a legend man.

[@kennethmccoy2167]

Vollyball isnt my main sport basketball is but volleyball looks fun

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

basketball players make great vb players. almost everyone on the Olympic Team played basketball growing up! you should try vb!

[@Starzxnova]

Keep it up with the reaction videos!!! I really been loving them! Also I was wondering if you have any tips for passing float serves over head? Float serves are the death of me T-T

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

Thanks for watching! Strong hands, strong base and legs, push up and forward with your hands not just forward.

[@Starzxnova]

@@ErikShojivolleyball Got it! I'll keep that in mind when I'm back on the courts!

[@reagantan1941]

Hi Eric, can you do videos on how improve ones control and serve receive. I've been watching all your videos and it seems that everyone has such good control and serve receives especially by Japan. Please do some videos to teach us how to become a step closer to these players.

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

Thanks for watching! I’ve made two videos on serve receive techniques and more Coming!

[@reagantan1941]

@@ErikShojivolleyball Thanks Eric, hope you and your family stay safe in the pandemic and really hope to see you play soon !!Really enjoy your videos !!

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

Thanks so much. You as well!

[@Liriko10000]

I hope you watch also the highlight of EGYPT vs JAPAN it was a neck-toneck game.It was insane seriously!

[@jerickvillote1629]

we love you omg thanks

[@ledled0519]

Mamma mia!!!!! Hahah what a great video😲👍👍👍 Erik you did a great work! Keep going😊👏👍

[@kuribetta]

"Italians should be good in kick saves" ahahahaha not completly false

[@garjopogi1044]

My favourite volleyball KZbinr!!!

[@joeylin9607]

Lol, hand passing a jump serve blows my mind too!

[@seyfuhal-sayif3077]

Tsukki is really playing in Japan !

[@stefanmuller2924]

Dude pls do more then just one set!

[@keyaramartin156]

Wow only 30 mins ago!!! Great video!!

[@kyledesamito7050]

Aww I thought this was gonna be the second set of the match

[@russelacegamillacabrera4562]

Ahh, so cute when u speak EVERY WEEK 😩😍

[@kazh1508]

Haruko is starting in Jan in Japan. Can you please analyse their performance? Can you please also give any gym workout tips for libero? Thanks and good luck! I like watching your play. I learn from you lots :)

[@gizelledavis47]

You should do a video reacting to Micha Ma’a!!!

[@allen6425]

Hi Eric, where can I watch volleyball match that are shot from behind the court? These videos are very helpful for learning how players receive balls. Thanks😊😊

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

Unfortunately most matches are shot from the side...but I have access to some matches that have the end line view. Sorry it’s private 🤪 hope you keep watching! 😀

[@allen6425]

Don’t be sorry, thank you for making all these videos and sharing your knowledge. I really learn a lot from them😄😄

[@juliomidence5288]

Who was the one person that disliked?? Loved the video! I just played volleyball yesterday for about 3 hours, just a friendly match. Whenever I had a good receive I just though, thanks Eric Shoji for the tips you give in your videos :)) Keep up the good work!

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

That’s great! Thanks so much! Keep playing and killing it!

[@deadspot9158]

Love you bruhhh💜

[@claytonadkins2351]

Great video! Thanks! I love watching you! South Florida libero here :)

[@norbertojr.escobido2192]

hi❤️

[@grogu_2003]

If I wasn't so tall I could see myself playing as a libero, there's something about defense that I love, just like with spiking it feels like art in a way

[@SenseiBoi1Da]

Can you watch Hawaii VS Pepperdine 2002 men’s NCAA finals championship? I was just a kid watching them win that game

[@benikari_]

holt shit the japan floater servers are so dangerous

[@sebcoddington42]

9:20 filthy quick

[@lordseal9537]

I heard that nishida has a KZbin channel now ,hope you guys could do a collab😎

[@dask5687]

What's his yt?

[@lordseal9537]

@@dask5687 just search yuji nishida KZbin

[@foundyouthphbaguio]

in our school, they usually call me "the fat butterfly" because of how i receive and dig. why am i even saying this? maybe it's because it's MY FAVORITE LIBERO whom i'm saying this... in the future, we will meet in the court toooo and thenn greet youuuuuu

[@kiyanz4904]

Can I still re-learn Volleyball if I'm 19? Used to play on a club when I was 13 and 14

[@lydias918]

Of course! One of my past coaches started freshman year in highschool and had many full volleyball scholarships beginning her next year//

[@tenax7268]

yes! there is always room for training

[@Kazumainwashere]

Luv it!

[@nishantchhoker9528]

Japan team has strong defense

[@yaboi5041]

Wait aren't they mostly known for their amazing floor defense?

[@spiralwhirlpool2366]

I wish you watched the set where ishikawa faked a pipe and set it to nishida. That was masterpiece

[@monochrome8181]

2 of my favorite teams

[@JmouaRUAM]

Wooohhh Ishikawa!! 🔥🔥

[@evanhuang6325]

Great video again as always, could you react to highschool level volleyball from Japan?

[@mendoza__710]

Could you react to the 2nd set of this match ?

[@slimdude6370]

I got a question, what’s it like playing against such an aggressive player like nishida?

[@amannair9349]

Could you make a video on what are the rules that the libero specifically has to follow in a match😁... And also love your channel💯❤️

[@thomaschapin4604]

Hey Erik, if there was a volleyball tournament between planets, who do you think would be on Earths team?

[@justinbrylerepollo4178]

who tf would play for the other planets lol

[@benha5649]

@@justinbrylerepollo4178 hinata shoyo

[@tenax7268]

goku

[@caitlyn3442]

Saitama

[@gracie7714]

Kageyama

[@MAMP]

Eric I know you’re a libero but do you ever end up taking swings? Are you a powerful hitter?

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

Hahaha only in practice. It depends on the day but I’m not terrible 🤪

[@MAMP]

@@ErikShojivolleyball lol nice. Thanks for answering my rando question :)

[@Liriko10000]

Nishida is a good player indeed.

[@grogu_2003]

Erik I got a question for you, back when u played for Stanford, why did u get low, did a platform, then position yourself at a bit of a higher position to receive the ball, and finally received the ball. Was it some kind of routine? Here's where I saw it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHirimWrZ9xljNU it's a very short vid, less than a minute long

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

Hi! Thanks for the question! I think it was just a routine. Nothing really special about it...but I do think it’s important to have a routine!

[@grogu_2003]

@@ErikShojivolleyball thx! Do u remember it helping u somehow? Would love to know so that I may try it out

[@ronaldgalanojr.6010]

Watching from 🇵🇭

[@gavrielgutierrez4896]

please react to the japan vs canada final set 🙏🙏

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

Oh I remember that one...I was watching in person!

[@yasha1of1]

Hey Erik i would just like to get enlightened on this matter: Is it a violation if the first receive is a double touch? cuz i was playing and then my team and the other team had an argument since the other team said that you dont really call it a violation if it's double touch on the first receive

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

A double touch on serve receive is legal in most cases. With your hands it’s legal and if your body is in one motion. 😀

[@yasha1of1]

@@ErikShojivolleyball OHHH ,noted! thanks a lot dude, stay safe :)))

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

Thanks you too!

[@ctmyers896]

that hoodie is fire

[@terenceaninion9885]

Love ishikawa and nishida

[@emilkeithantonio9310]

Shoji (USA) and Balaso (ITA) are my top favorite liberos atm.

[@solsol6362]

omg Hi Erik! really love your yt videos I'm a big fan of USA MVT goodluck on your Olympic journey 💖 -from the Philippines *really hoping that you will greet me

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

Thank you so much! 😀

[@kate-ng8br]

ive got to ask tho, why do u think their libero doesn’t wear kneepads??👀 isnt that like a must gear for liberos? (or maybe apparently not?)

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

Just depends who the player is. If he is comfortable without them then that’s great! It’s all about comfort!

[@hastethethird5956]

@AnimeGuy16 well kneepads allow you to also slide on your knees. So it isn't just about diving, having kneepads literally adds moves to your arsenal. That's why, in my opinion, kneepads should be essential to any volleyball player!

[@Matt.98]

There’s also an italian player, Elena Pietrini, who wears no knee pads and everybody is always shocked ahah

[@FunEpicGamers]

React to 9-man volleyball. want to get your opinion on this variation of the sport. Love the content. Keep it up!

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

Thanks! I will be doing a video soon!

[@causeifish401]

Hey Erik shoji, I got a question and I wanna ask you since you play the position libero and know more about volleyball than I do but my question is. Is there a difference between a defensive specialist and a libero? And if so do you mind telling me what the difference? Thank you and your awesome by the way lol

[@buboyasilo2992]

Um i think the libero is a special type of defensive specialist. Who always sub in and out of the court and wears a different jersey to distinguish from the others. While the usual def specialist is someone who can attack too (liberos cant spike)

[@causeifish401]

@@buboyasilo2992 thank you. That helped a lot

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

Thanks for watching and for the question! The libero is just a specific name for a back row specialist. It has different rules and wears a different jersey.

[@july8studio]

If you were to come up with your best 6, without including anyone from Team USA, who would you take?

[@delacruzfrancisfontanilla3559]

Hi!!! I from Philippines ...I want to share that I love playing volleyball i use to play also as a libero...

[@pagames1531]

So question for you on the split step. Would you initiate the split step when the server contacts, or want your feet to be landing on the contact of the serve?

[@justinmoser2598]

Coming from a baseball perspective you always want your step/hop whatever to land as the bat hits the ball so you are moving and engaged should the ball go to you. I would assume the same goes for volleyball so you want you step/hop to land as the server contacts the ball

[@pagames1531]

@@justinmoser2598 I figured as much, as it is the same with Tennis

[@justinmoser2598]

@@pagames1531 Yeah basically every stop and go sport will use it

[@squirrel9286]

what league do you play in

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

I’m currently in Russia! 😀

[@tarolin-tw]

Am a Haikyuu! fan here, and 5:13 lol that expression.

[@abcitsv]

Hey I know this isn't about this video in particular, but I was wondering what you do when you have to receive a ball that is coming at your lower neck. For me it feels like it's between an underhand pass and an overhand pass, so either way I try to pass it, it ends up just bouncing off of me. Any tips would be great. Also I happened on your channel by chance, but I wanted to thank you and the rest of Team USA because watching your matches (I watched everything I could find on KZbin) made quarantine a bit better.

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

Thank you for watching! With these serves that come kind of in between...work to move your feet back for forearm pass or forward for hand pass. Keep working! Thanks for the support!

[@lcePoPz]

Do the plays feel faster or slower in person? Or do you think video accurately represents the pace of volleyball

[@ErikShojivolleyball]

I think these videos show how fast it is but in the game sometimes it can feel faster. Because you’re even closer.

[@prasantharipalli8511]

Ishikawa is best in everything

[@huyka9272]

Could you watch long beach v. UCLA? I think its cool how TWO players from Long Beach are on the US team