VOLLEYBALL COACH REACTS TO HAIKYUU!! S1 E7 - Versus The Great King

[@TheVincentVanGogh]

"They need a libero" Me : *Ahh Yes*

[@purple_heart_7126]

I waited for this divine moment: the appeareance of the Guardian Angel of Karasuno, man...................................... I love him way too much

[@dontask2831]

@@purple_heart_7126 same

[@saltytsukki4232]

Yes sir

[@MuzmuzM]

i honestly screamed at the lost scene XD

[@ItzJennyWenny]

nishinoya is the superior player

[@juice1888]

Coach Donny: *talks about respect and good manners on volleyball * Also coach Donny: "HIT HIM IN THE FACE"

[@Bumi-90]

The respect only exists between the players, i have a license as a refferee for volleyball and i had to throw many coaches trainers and Parents out of the bulding because of their manners, and had to call the police to escord of a coach who tried to throw things under the feet of the oponent whilst they were jumping

[@tocuaanan7636]

😂😂

[@masoncrisp4437]

@@Bumi-90 😂😂

[@goblincruncher9936]

@@masoncrisp4437 ha!

[@GandalfoRosa]

“Is that a player or a mascot?” Yes.

[@ezufranzgrote5128]

nice one

[@lexymartin6841]

Lmao🤣🤣 yes

[@Lladyk95]

Period. Lol I can’t wait for coach Donny to see my fav 😆

[@pleezahful]

right!!!

[@spoonit9939]

This is a perfect comment.

[@t-revorsaur5132]

The best part of this anime, is there isn't any "villians". Just healthy competition.

[@salem8228]

It’s not even that one of the teams is cheating or has a sinister ulterior motive, which is refreshing tbh.

[@ARMYALEX1869]

@@salem8228 i don't remember watching any sports animes where the opposing teams are cheating or are evil in some way. like Eyeshield 21, Prince of Tennis, Slam Dunk... They're all just kids enthusiastic about the sports they're playing.

[@melonpang8898]

@@ARMYALEX1869 Kuroko no Basket is the only sports anime that comes to my mind where they have dirty players in the opponent team, still a great anime though.

[@m00nsickn3ssx6]

True

[@rewrose2838]

There are never any villains, just very ambitious and overzealous people with differing views on what's good 😂

[@davitron86]

The most relatable thing about this video: "Crunchyroll has a free version!" *Watches 4 minutes of ads after one minute of content* "Maybe 7 dollars a month isn't so bad"

[@aileenexshawol]

I think we all went through this haha

[@ARMYALEX1869]

i would have gone back to Netflix if this happened to me lol

[@davitron86]

@@ARMYALEX1869 The newer episodes aren't on netflix :( I wish they were, since I way prefer watching the dub.

[@Ms.Ace8]

@@davitron86 season 1 and 2 are on Canadian Netflix if you have a VPN

[@davitron86]

@@Ms.Ace8 They're both on USA netflix too. But at a certain point, you run out of episodes and gotta start crunching.

[@mikkosimonen]

Takeda-sensei is a Classical Japanese Literature teacher, so his speeches are always dramatic as heck.

[@crezhaghailebane1419]

True😌✊

[@twentyfifth_night]

"He hit it right past the k-pop star? I don't even remember his name anymore" Coach Donny is priceless 😂 love this sense of humor

[@aloadir]

Senpai "senior" or "upperclassman" Kouhai "junior" or "underclassman" This applies to lots of relations in Japan society, from school to business.

[@naylisyazwina6836]

yup

[@Moribax85]

the explanation is correct, but the translation doesn't really convey the meaning well: Senpai is an honorific given to an elder member of your organization (elder as experience, not age), being it school, workplace, sports club, or pretty much everything, and a Senpai is expected to assume the role of a mentor. Kouhai is basically the opposite, it's your younger member, which you're expected to help, protect and counsel.

[@yawninggod8707]

I want to be called an upperclassman

[@aliimranakbl7399]

i first thought that senpai was about something sexual lol its later on that i learnt it meant upperclassman i like it when they call me senpai either way 😏

[@luqmanabdirisaq1227]

@@aliimranakbl7399 ??

[@hilde9520]

" I'm starting to like this guy" Coach, I'm in love with him

[@moonyeets238]

I like how everyone just goes to the comments and starts a whole lecture about the haikyuu episode lmao

[@carlaassor597]

This Fandom is nowhere near being done talking and obsessing over how good the series is 😂

[@Amir-rv2ku]

As it should be 😌

[@lindsayclifford5332]

WE HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS MOMENT

[@thomasthawng5831]

@@carlaassor597 we haven't even started 😂😂

[@zianong5194]

We just like finding more people who talks about the details and all the emotional stuff instead of raving at the ships and their looks. (EVEN THOUGH IM A SIMP FOR THEM ALL TOO)

[@user-di7my1pt9b]

I wanna see coach Donny trying to do the Hinata Kageyama quick possibly when he practices with Kai

[@dragonstwilight6389]

That would be awesome to see!

[@naymorningstar]

Unfortunately, it’s not effective, consistent, nor versatile.

[@azinakachiasonye6739]

@@naymorningstar what do you mean?

[@user-di7my1pt9b]

@@dragonstwilight6389 mhm

[@pinffu]

two of the Japanese National Team's players actually managed to do it a few times and it looks so amazing! It would be great if coach Donny tries to do it too

[@mavijjang]

Not a spoiler but to help you understand the episode Coach Donny: - Oikawa (captain and official setter of Seijoh) is the upperclassman (senpai) of Kageyama during middle school, Kitagawa Daichii. When Kageyama was 1st yr in middle school, Oikawa was 3rd yr at that time. So Kageyama only spent one year with Oikawa as his teammates during middle school (and Oikawa was also their captain during middle school). That is why Kageyama told them that he learn serving and blocking thru him. - Kindaichi and Kunimi (during the scene in the faucet) was Kageyama's former teammates during his middle school and was the same age with Kageyama. So basically they were teammates for 3 yrs the whole duration of middle school. Kindaichi was a middle blocker that is why he hates Kageyama because his toss was difficult to hit, hence with the nickname they gave to Kageyama - King of the Court. - Hinata gave Oikawa nickname, The Great King, because he is Kageyama's senpai and learns everything from him. Since Kageyama is called King of the Court, he gave Oikawa The Great King. Kinda like a higher position than Kageyama.

[@kronikevaporation6007]

Pretty sure that these are super apparent takeaways and I didnt get the impression that he wasnt aware of these.

[@mavijjang]

@@kronikevaporation6007 aware of what?

[@kronikevaporation6007]

@@mavijjang aware of your points. These are super obvious and I am pretty sure he would have caught this.

[@axxentgaming8435]

I'm pretty sure he already understand these.

[@inaki7233]

nooo, don't tell him the name. Let coach Donny call him K-pop setter

[@Qwerky396]

Oikawa can come off as narcissistic, but I think you’ll love his passion and approach to volleyball. He seems like a social jock but he lives and breathes volleyball.

[@ramosaral]

There is a really great video on youtube that analyzes Oikawa. But it has spoilers from season 2 as well. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fmengpiGmdVqhtE

[@claracatlady9844]

I freaking love Oikawa and I think he is way more relatable and “real” than some prodigy like Kageyama

[@ragnvindrdiluc]

“He hit it right past the KPop star?” made my day

[@milxy.cookiesedits2796]

Same lol

[@July-gj1st]

“They don’t have a libero” Me: Ohh just you wait… Oikawa’s natural enemy will appear.

[@jacob_1866]

Nishinoya isnt his natural enemy lol

[@h4unted1]

jacob huggins Nishinoya specialty is defense, oikawa is the setter, when oikawa serves the ball nishinoya will receive it because he specializes in defense. Think a little bit before sending a message.

[@ichigoparfaitgatomaranai]

@@h4unted1 Bruh a libero isn't the natural enemy of the setter lol the fuck are you talking about. Oikawa specifically, Kageyama is his "natural enemy".

[@pervysagejiraya3996]

@@ichigoparfaitgatomaranai no not really the libero is the spikers and setters worst enemy there the people on the court that stop all defensive weak points that’s what the spikers and setters aim for holes in the defense and the libero is the one to fill in that gap

[@pervysagejiraya3996]

@@ichigoparfaitgatomaranai and kageyama can’t stop oikawas sets it’s really only daichi ninshinoya tanaka and hinata

[@jill2748]

You called it pretty well on Oikawa (the kpop setter lol) in this episode! The reason why Kageyama said that Oikawa has a "bad personality" is because Oikawa kind of plays up the "kind/perfect pretty boy" act, when he is actually really observant and tricky. He knows how to find the weaknesses in other teams and exploit them while also being able to bring out the best in his own team.

[@lumauve7807]

"Now you gotta hide tsukki" is probably the funniest thing I've heard Thank you for the reaction coach! We're very grateful for the effort and knowledge you've shared!

[@lumauve7807]

"Hit him in the face." "He hit it right past the kpop star? " "Y-you're shorter than me, is the first thing he says" Coach Donny never fails to make me laugh

[@lumauve7807]

Coach: "Brazil" Me: *audible gasp*

[@MarioPlinplin]

@@lumauve7807 *gasps in manga*

[@lumauve7807]

@@MarioPlinplin sshhh Don't spoil :)

[@carlaassor597]

@@lumauve7807 stoooooop I'm trying so hard not to spoil here fjdjdjdn

[@Victra]

SPOILERS I love how he talks about having a consistent routine and the mental preparedness before serving. I cant wait to see Coach see Yamaguchi's character progression, especially with his moments with Shimada

[@alberthwang1316]

Spoiler talk . . . . . . . . . . . . Yamaguchi's a great example for talking about mental toughness, not just because he perseveres, but because at a couple of points, he does let his nerves get to him. But he's always getting back up and getting back into the game instead of letting his past failures drag him down.

[@Nofian-s1g]

YES. I was thinking the same thing. Coach gonna love it.

[@jessical4866]

Yes! I thought the same thing when he said that. I also want to know his thoughts on (season 4 spoilers!!) the cheer chant and Taiko drums during serves because it’s not something technical, but very mental and rhythmic.

[@jacob_1866]

I just know him as tadashi lol

[@puffball2059]

SPOILER ALERT: I think that it’s funny that Coach Donny noticed coach Ukai before he was really introduced lol

[@Strangering-i6x]

Yes...lol

[@akemi-ej5545]

I like the fact he pointed out Rio/Brazil verbally. Foreshadowinggggggggg hehehe

[@-saikitodoroki-213]

Final Fantasy Character 😂

[@byusaranicole]

That picture made him look kinda like Naruto to me. (I've only ever seen still pictures, so I'm probably wrong...)

[@HannahS65]

@@akemi-ej5545 That's what I was thinking just now! It's gotta be foreshadowing!

[@Catwenee]

"Is that a player or a mascot?" Both, to be honest, lol

[@EverGardens]

"The guardian deity of Karasuno..... is that someone stuck in a custodian closet?" Me: Nearly falls of the bed laughing

[@lumauve7807]

Love how Oikawa's gonna be known as "K-Pop setter" From now on haha

[@Lucaz99]

I love how that is a really good descriptor of him in many ways. Not completely because he is one of many complex characters in Haikyu

[@lumauve7807]

@@Lucaz99 agreed. It's very accurate in how he's portrayed at first, but he's such a great character that I can't wait for them to discover and know more about

[@Boraheartsss]

I’m liking that a lot more than Flattykawa lol

[@lumauve7807]

@@Boraheartsss yeah, at least it's more of a praise

[@mimik6414]

It's funny for me how he's called "kpop" when his hair is highly Japanese 😆.

[@Not_CHILL]

"What a good local community guy, supporting the volleyball team" **Famous last words**

[@PaperBatVG]

Seeing as you purchased Crunchyroll just for the show, I'll definitely be subbing to the Patreon soon to help offset that! I would also consider checking out some other shows if you have the time, now that you have CR. Keep up the good work coach!

[@tofu8115]

I’m sorry but I forgot about you I used to watch those old Minecraft videos a long time ago like your first ones wow it’s insane that this is the way I found you I know I’m still subbed to you on my moms account that’s crazy

[@tofu8115]

It was about 9 years ago now

[@Hipp0Nipp0]

pbat in the volleyball coach reacts comment section LETS MFN GOOOOOOOO

[@ryantkachuk5400]

Alright, this is second to last place I would have thought I would see Pbat again. Hope you're still doing well. Thanks for keeping my childhood self entertained.

[@smokemidnotmeth]

holy shit it’s pee bat

[@apex7567]

ONE THING THAT YOU MISSED: was that the last hit made by Hinata was that he DID IT WITH HIS EYES OPEN FOR THE FIRST TIME! That was a crucial part to notice is that he actually aimed the ball at him on purpose so I recommend watching that part again because it makes that specific scene THAT much better!!!!!! here is the time stamp 13:00

[@megl8327]

Yeah, and it is a hint for the lateron fight in summer!

[@gabbyx5031]

You know what, i had forgotten that detail! So awesome!!

[@helleswahn]

Yes! I get emotional seeing the early episodes with my baby Hinata, knowing how far he gets 😭

[@saureld2448]

True! But they explain it next episode, so I don’t think it’s something everyone notices right away. I think it’s more impactful when you don’t notice it at first and they explain it later

[@latima123ify]

I thought I was going crazy when I first saw it. He didn't really mention it until next season so I always thought Hinata didn't realize what he did

[@vvvwenn]

13:33 "Did he hit it right past the Kpop star?" THAT SENT MY WHEEZING HAHAHA

[@strxberrysage]

OKAY BUT OIKAWA AS A KPOP STAR IS SMTH I REALLY NEED LMAO

[@kunterborn1]

@@strxberrysage The fact that Coach Donny put up Sehunnie's picture as a comparison; I died.

[@KittyRayneGames]

Followed by, "I completely forgot his name." Shittykawa. Trashykawa. Loserkawa. Anything but his actual name.

[@EverGardens]

I love how the thing that impresses him the most is the water bottle 😂

[@IndianTelephone]

I feel like he might incorporate it in his training soon lol

[@Yammerzaki123fr]

Carolin well to be fair, they are pretty hard to draw, bc skskskskskk artists can relate

[@mntacuyan]

coach: here's a little animation breakdown in case some of you end up becoming animators me: *listening to this while animating for a tv show* me: :D animation + volleyball + haikyuu = this excellent coach

[@lumauve7807]

Omg, good luck! May I know the tv show?

[@mntacuyan]

@@lumauve7807 ​ Thanks ^^ I can't say at the moment, cuz I had signed an nda. But I'll be sticking around in coach's channel! I can come back to this comment then and tag you when the show comes out! 👀

[@mntacuyan]

@@ElevateYourselfOfficial For sure, Coach!! I'll be sure to return to this thread to let you know! Till then, thank you so much for these videos

[@persepunnyofthepunderworld621]

@@mntacuyan ooh, please tag me too when you do!!

[@girish2754]

@Mary Nicole T can you give us a tentative timeline of your show, if possible. Please do tag me too

[@mcmario001]

We need to let every single Haikyuu fan know about this guy! best reaction EVER

[@Welokedogs]

Yes spread the word

[@megl8327]

Coach Donny reaction video is my faviourite now! cannot wait to see more!

[@Welokedogs]

@@megl8327 are you guys in any haikyu facebook fangroups?lets show them these reactions they'll love it its ok if u dont

[@HiroJJ94]

I was thinking the same, his channel should be advertised in the fandom so a lot of people support him. I am so glad he listened to us and made the Haikyuu!! reaction videos an entire series. I am definitely looking forward to his next videos

[@Kitek94]

Coach, the Karasuno's Libero is my favourite character of all times, he pushed me to a point where I wanted to try volleyball and be a libero like him. That was almost 6 years ago. Here I am today, in love with volleyball, playing as a first choice libero in National Division 3 in the UK as a libero for my university's first team. He, as well as the anime in general, means so much to me that I have him tattoed on my right forearm, this exact scene for him receiving Kageyama's service. Coach, I have followed your channel for quite some time learning a ton, seeing you react to this anime literally brings a tear of joy to my eye. Keep it coming!

[@magacofi]

🥺 That's amazing!!

[@Lpqaor]

awee thats amazing 🥺

[@byusaranicole]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ That's AMAZING!!!!!!!! Congratulations!!!!

[@ARMYALEX1869]

omg congratz for your accomplishments!! Did you tattoo Nishinoya's name or his face?

[@Kitek94]

@@ARMYALEX1869 Nishinoya himself, while digging the ball!

[@maahihasan5669]

When he accidently fast forwarded to season 4, I literally had a a heart attack cuz i thought he might watch ..................

[@Loonaurtheworld]

SAMEEEEE WHEN HE SAW YACHI I WAS LIKE 👁️👄👁️

[@maahihasan5669]

@@Loonaurtheworld ikr

[@Welokedogs]

Lol same when he saw Yach and fishinya i was going crazy like "OH NO HE SPOILED HIMSELF"LOL I kinda changed the names incase of spoilers

[@summer_shop_g8841]

@@Welokedogs fishinya eye- hahhaha good one

[@Welokedogs]

@@summer_shop_g8841 to avoid spoiling aM I rIgHt?

[@seraph4208]

"Six who are strong together is stronger." Hearing Coach's thoughts about this anime really cements this quote as a fact.

[@wfs1016]

"Is not a single skill that wins the game" Coach, remember your words for the third season

[@megl8327]

lmao He really needs to get this word! But shiratori is a team with everyone gets their talent in every specific skill! So basiclly it's true with ‘not single skill that wins the game’

[@AllTheArtsy]

@@megl8327 yup. Shiratorizawa is a perfect team that funnels its strength through to Ushiwaka, but the rest of the team is still very good at their individual skills, and work well as a team (until they don't)

[@abeycampos5301]

@@AllTheArtsy spoilers alert? i think

[@manchesterisblue283]

Not only usikawa but tendou is top tier middle blocker also rest are good with their individual skills

[@carlojayrivera236]

I think you forgot Tendou's guess blocking. That was above God.

[@rakkiinana8920]

*scene about the broken mop* Coach: so it looks like a team that doesn't have enough funding Me: *tries soooo hard not to spoil* "We can fix it, and still use it" ahhh~ furudate-sensei is such a nice writer..

[@magacofi]

Right? The first time I watched it, I thought the same thing, and now every time I see it's just- **clenches fist** Great duality for that

[@kennedylucente509]

when you were describing hinatas hitting form, i realized i never felt like a youtuber was having an actual conversation before. that was kinda nuts. your videos have made me understand a lot more of what im looking at and made me love this show and the characters even more, which i didn't know was possible! thank you for what you do! you seem like such an open and genuine person and youre so fun to watch

[@keila2327]

"kpop setter" *shows picture of sehun* lmao

[@kunterborn1]

I almost spat out my drink when I saw Sehun.

[@omerion385]

Timestamp?

[@mystixon]

@@omerion385 36:36

[@anamaetibis5202]

but in the previous episode he said Kai hahahaha

[@keila2327]

@@anamaetibis5202 i think kai was the name of his friend/team mate though

[@oneheartjournal]

As a non-volleyball player who loves art and animation, seeing how the animators animate the sports to the tiniest details that it even fits your demo videos really makes me appreciate Haikyuu even more! Also thank you coach for switching to Crunchyroll! The upgrade in subtitles is really obvious, especially when Netflix even translates volleyball terms wrongly (facepalm). The subtitles at the bottom are definitely a plus, thanks for putting in so much effort into your reaction as always!

[@dk57nde23]

I'm actually so excited to see Coach Donny's interpretation of Oikawa's serves throughout the series. that, and Nishinoya's crazy saves as a libero.

[@Keladinus]

For the final point of the practice match, it might have looked like Hinata aimed the ball at Oikawa, but it's actually the opposite - Oikawa read the set and tried to receive it, but he couldn't react fast enough. Hinata's not yet at the level where he can control his spikes, but Oikawa's a setter with excellent game sense.

[@Likian5]

"I'm gonna purchase a subscription to Crunchyroll." Me: Nice! **Accidentally clicks on an episode from S4** Me: *OH NO*

[@dinkybarrel]

"HIT HIM IN THE FACE" I legit lol'd. Oikawa, like Tsukki, comes across as extremely dislikeable at first, but I'm looking forward to seeing your impressions of him in later episodes.

[@ruriva4931]

I’ve always loved mean spirited characters who aren’t antagonists or like bad people.

[@Ari33sa]

I really love how actually he doesn't come of as that unlikable at all. Like he'S legit really polite, and honest and kinda fair. He even compliments them on their good offense and the quick. He just seems unlikable because Kageyama says it, because the fans are fawning over him and because he is confident.

[@dinkybarrel]

@@Ari33sa Nah, it's not because of Kageyama's impression. His niceness is a bit condescending and when he does deliver poison, it's often done with the same smile. His general character is one that (on the surface) is very flippant, and it does rub people the wrong way. I say this as an Oikawa-stan mind you. I love him to bits hahaha, but he is what he is.

[@Ari33sa]

@@dinkybarrel yeah I definitely agree with that he's very flippant and seems somewhat condescening (though much of the more condescending attitude changes after the game when we meet them during practice, and he's very different with his teammates). But I still think, that much of why he first comes across as arrogant and unlikable, is because a) Kageyama says it and b) he's an opponent and thus we are immediately poised to be against him. He's very much introduced with the 'air, atmosphere and commentary' fitting for a rather intimidating and unlikeable antagonist, and it takes a while during his first episode (at least for me when I first watched the show) to realize, that 'Antagonist' in this show just means they are players who play the other team, not that they are actually in any way unlikeable. I don'T know if this makes sense. But somehow, although this is a sports anime, I expected, that there would be something that not only draws me towards Karasuno as the protagonist team (something I could sympathize with) but also something that pushes me away from sympathising with the opponent team. In this episode (at least before we meat them during the training scene) I was still very much in the vein of 'this is the sympathetic team with the sympathetic energetic Hinata and all the guys I'm going to like soon enough - and this other enemy is one douchebag and his goons'. But it quickly changed to 'wel actually I like Oikawa as much if not more than the members of karasuno and I'm actually rooting for him and his team.'

[@rejnmireilleraton3283]

I’ve watched seasons 1-3 a hundred times already and still get surprised with the little things that I won’t be able to notice because I’m not a volleyball player. Like how Coach Donny’s comment of hiding Tsukki in the corner or how it’s not Tsukki’s fault that he’s not the best receiver. Thank you for your reactions, Coach! They’re so enjoyable to watch! Also, I love how you refer to Oikawa as the Kpop star HAHAHAHHA I just noticed that he does look like one!

[@megl8327]

In most sets, Daichi and Noya take almost receive for the team! They save the team!

[@rejnmireilleraton3283]

@@megl8327 I know! It’s just that Tsukki wasn’t expected to be the best receiver because he’s mainly a middle blocker and that was an important perspective for me as a non-volleyball player.

[@mahgeetahh]

"Maybe in some far, remote country. Maybe on the other side of the world." as a manga reader, this has to give you chills

[@kunterborn1]

I went back and binged the first season after I read the manga in a week. Furudate's narrative payoffs are spectacular.

[@valentinasau8160]

I started crying at that point

[@abhishekbora2145]

yes exactly just how many minor details are there which i haven't noticed!

[@tims4966]

It's still pretty amazing to me how this has been seeded in season1 to conclude the match vs Seijoh. One can be assured that the animation team have an awareness of the character arcs.

[@sanaswift3154]

yeeeah the rio part did gave me chills

[@adamikhwan6915]

I just realized that they foreshadowed so many event thats going to happen

[@manguy4227]

i like how you kept in the part where your wifi went down 🤣 keeps it real

[@supermarioelijah]

This doesn't spoil anything about the story but I'll have a spoiler warning here anyway. If Coach Donny plans to react to all of Haikyuu!! I want to see what he thinks of the change in art style between season 3 and 4. I think it would be interesting to hear the opinion of someone who is knowledgeable on the subject of art and animation.

[@itsjoesantos9553]

I'm sure he'll talk about it and ask about the difference in the comments when the time comes

[@wakatpr6583]

Personally I hate the new chara design. Like all the characters look dumber

[@jas8288]

@@wakatpr6583 they all like nicer to me and it matches the manga art style better. after reading the anime and then rewatching s4 and rewatching s1-3, I realized how ugly some of the old designs were... haha I used to think kuroo was so sexy and now I look at his old design it looks wrong LMFAO

[@itsjoesantos9553]

@@wakatpr6583 It's okay that you think that. Still, you can't really deny that that's how they were intended to look from the start as the new art style is closer to the manga. Personally, I think they all still look the same enough to where I don't care. I watch for the volleyball matches anyway

[@supermarioelijah]

WakaTP R6 well that’s the thing, art is entirely subjective so I would like to hear how Donny feels about it, personally I am a big fan of the new art style but it’s not like everyone is going to prefer the new style.

[@StarshipSophie22]

this is really just the warmest corner of the internet, it makes me feel insanely welcomed and safe.

[@jeremygeller9145]

My initial reaction upon reading this was to say something really toxic and spiteful solely for shock value, but then I decided that’s not worth it and wrote this instead, so point proven I guess

[@StarshipSophie22]

Jeremy Geller lol why is your initial reaction to people being happy to just be an asshole

[@jeremygeller9145]

I guess it’s about finding humor through the subversion of espectations, it’s like seeing someone walk out their door saying it’s gonna be a great day on a tv show and then they get hit in the face by a pie or a car spray dirty water on them, you See that and you might laugh, except in his case I saw someone say: man everyone here is really nice and so my first instinct was to do something mean As if to imitate the gag seen from those tv shows...or I could just be a jerk your decision

[@LixienXIII]

Manga Spoilers: That speech hits different now if you finished the manga.

[@anujsinghrajput8287]

i feel you bro...i didnt even remember that they mentioned brazil this early in the story

[@asurami3786]

@@anujsinghrajput8287 I was surprised too, it would've been cool if they added Italy too

[@iB_the_red_hair]

It made me wanna cry the moment I saw the place and 'Hikari are' just played into my head!!!😭😭😭

[@anujsinghrajput8287]

@@asurami3786 Yeah...I'm just hoping they make a good final season after season 4...personally i really enjoyed how the story progressed after the finals

[@SuperKitteHeX]

@@asurami3786 if I'm not mistaken, one of the last scenes is a tournament in Rome or some shit, and one of them is playing for an Italian team

[@Polo-rp9hk]

“The Guardian Deity of Karasuno? Is that a player or is that a mascot someone stuck in the custodian closet?”

[@vanessa5637]

The fact that he guessed that the “bakery owner” 👀 is going to be really important but the closet scene goes completely over his head 💀 *hint hint*

[@blue_moonie6610]

"HIT HIM IN THE FACE!" really Coach? Is that really necessary? Is that how you deal with annoying opponents? Because I am here for it :D

[@violamandyfinnigan5463]

@@ElevateYourselfOfficial I'm wheezing xDDD

[@debbiek3469]

@@ElevateYourselfOfficial lol😂😂😂 savage

[@corkyo2163]

I can't wait for him to meet a future blocker (rooster head) and setter(pudding head). Alsooooo, Rooollllllllling Thuuuunnnndddeeeeerrrrrrr!!!! I can't wait!!! Something else to note for this series is that they let every character have an episode where you can see them grow. Which I love, because the main characters as well as the other side characters take a special place in your heart. Even the other teams that they play, they give them their own personalities which make you wanna cheer for them too. The show is amazing and I am do happy that you are reacting to it!

[@EduardoSilva-qc9lu]

Stop spoiling him

[@Him-ez1vj]

@@EduardoSilva-qc9lu how is that spoiling you sound stupid

[@acaratthatisseungkwanbiase9289]

@@Him-ez1vj coach doesn’t even know who Nekoma is yet. I see this comment as a spoiler. It’s not that big of a spoiler, but it does spoil what happens in the show nonetheless

[@corkyo2163]

@@EduardoSilva-qc9lu I'm sorry, I didn't realize that was a spoiler. Thanks for telling me though... He doesn't know Nekoma yet, but I guess it still spoils the story. Is that better?

[@EduardoSilva-qc9lu]

@@corkyo2163 perfect👌

[@floweramongfields]

Great reaction video, as always. :D I wanted to mention one thing about Ukai (烏養). His name consists of 烏 (karasu) for crow and 養 (yashinau) that means to develop, to nurture, so even his name is suggesting that he is the one to help crows develop. ^^

[@FroggoEmpress]

I’ve never really entered the comment section of this channel but I love how the community is so positive here!!

[@UsedByMyOwn]

This is really the best nickname of Haikyuu so far, *Tooru "K-pop Setter" Oikawa* , and I kinda wondering what would come next though, LoL... The other best comment is, _"The Guardian Deity... who is this guy? ... must be injured or busy cleaning the closet..?!"_ couldn't stop laughing about that ^.^ the guardian deity is busy cleaning the closet about the Japanese honorific suffixes when calling people, there are several ways that mostly based on the age and/or rank in the society/organization, the most common are: - _san_ is the common way to address someone who is in equal between ages. - _chan_ expresses that the speaker finds a person is endearing. generally used for young children, close friends, babies, grandparents and female adolescents. in this episode, this also means to call someone in childlike, the K-pop setter called Kageyama as "Tobio-chan" [4:44]. Need to remember that _chan_ is not usually used for strangers or people one has just met though, it'd be considered rude. - _senpai_ is to address someone who is older or senior, mostly in schools, university, dojo, or workplace. in workplace or business environment, _senpai_ also could refer to someone who has more experiences or we look up to or admire more than just a friend. - _sensei_ is to address someone who has achieve some mastery level in education/academic, skills, and knowledge, that commonly refer to the teachers (not only in formal education institution, but could be across fields such musics, arts, and sports), doctors, or politicians. coach also could be included though, Donny-sensei. - _sama_ is the most honorific/formal way to address someone who is in higher rank, also could be the divine way to address the customers or guests in an event (mostly by the announcers)

[@Lauvebe]

Yup! There are so many honorifics in Japan, which is actually "optional", but you will be considered "rude" if you don't use the proper honorifics for the person you are talking to if it's clear that there is a proper honorific for them. In this anime, the most common honorifics are (CONTAINS REALLY BAD GRAMMAR IM SORRY) : -san = is the title of respect, which usually Hinata uses for his upperclassmen. 'Daichi-san' 'Tanaka-san', Sugawara-san', etc. Sometimes especially in school, people will call the girls with the honorific 'san' even though they are at the same age (or even younger). The closest analogy is "Miss or Mister" I think (?). -senpai = Yes! It means upperclassman. But why Hinata doesn't call Daichi, Tanaka, or Suga with "-senpai"? Because it's usually a honorifics you give to a person you really look up to as an upperclassman. For more casual honorifics, you can just add "-san" to your upperclassmen names. -No honorifics = You will realize this especially between the first years. Hinata calls Kageyama without any honorifics, and vice versa. They also never add any honorifics to Tsukishima's and Yamaguchi's name. The speaker addresses the person as it is. It's usually used in a more familiar manner, like your close-friends, spouses, etc. Or someone who you think "doesn't need any honorifics because he doesn't deserve it from me" XD (I'm sorry for the bad analogy, but It's true). That's why first years in Haikyuu never use any honorifics among themselves. And so do the second years among themselves, and so do the third year among themselves (Suga always calls the captain "Daichi" with any honorifics, and so does Daichi". -chan and kun = My favorite honorifics so far. Haikyuu will use it in the second season! (edit : Thanks guys for correcting me. Yes, Oikawa almost call everyone with -chan. -chan is usually an honorific you use if the speaker finds the person endearing. You use it usually for young children, close friends, babies, grandparents and sometimes female adolescents. Adding -chan makes every name sounds cuter (XD)). For -kun, someone already added it below! I can't think how to describe it in words. Thank you guys! Another thing : The Volleyball Club in this anime calls everyone with their "myouji" (family name) ; Hinata, Kageyama, Tanaka, and so on, except for Daichi. The VBCs for some reason call Daichi by his first name rather than his family name. His family name is "Sawamura", so don't get confused if sometimes people call him "Sawamura". I love Daichi so much. He is my favorite character, and pretty underated if you ask me (which I understand because he doesn't have so many dynamics in this series). But he is a sweetheart, a great, and a dependable leader! I love it when people say they love him!

[@niariella03]

They used -Chan in this episode. Oikawa called Kags “Tobio-Chan”

[@christinavasquez1010]

Oikawa calls Iwaizumi Iwa-chan haha

[@naylisyazwina6836]

This is a perfect post for honorifics

[@ZaytsinaYolka]

Hinata actually calls Kageyama with honorifics. Like Kageyama-kun or Yamayama-kun, in teasing way. Iirc he even used Kageyama-san few times.

[@Moribax85]

great explanation, you basically nailed them but, to expand on those you didn't mention or chose to gloss over: -chan/-kun are more terms of endearment than honorifics, chan usually used for females and kun for males (but that's more of a guideline than a rule). You use them with very close friends or people you're really interested in (like calling the girl you like "sweetie"), or to someone who's younger than you -san is not really an honorific, it's in fact the most common suffix used in the japanese language, used both in formal and informal speech, both between strangers and friends, even between brothers -sama is the step up to -san, it indicates respect and is usually given to people of higher rank than you (fun fact: dieties get the -sama honorific) -dono is just below the -sama, but is going out of fashion, and is used mostly in traditional ceremonies, or as a joke. -shi is equivalent to -sama, but is used only in formal writing to indicate a person you don't actually know directly, but only indirectly, that's why it's used mostly in legal or academic writings. then there are words that are not actually honorifics, but can be used as such, like: sensei, literally means professor, teacher or doctor, it indicates a profession that demands respect, but can be used as an honorific behind the name (i.e. Denegawa-sensei)

[@lorenzosalinas4756]

im a type of guy that doesnt comment in any other youtube videos though i am really fan of yours since you release haikyuu content. you make me engage in comment section so i can have fun with your other fans. i laugh so hard when you say " hit him in the face!" xD.

[@RTProductionz]

Having read the manga and seen the anime. Oikawa is such an interesting and inspiring character with so many layers. As you will see in this and the upcomming seasons. Another great video from you Coach, keep it up!

[@Yizelin]

I've been totally drawn in by this complete package of a series: relating to/discussing various characters, technique critique, animation critique, and even throwing in some real world reference video. You're killing it here.

[@Polo-rp9hk]

I didn’t like Oikawa at first, but man, he’s really one of the best written characters in the show. He’s one of my favorites now

[@randommushroom5248]

Gonna say this again... the thumbnails are getting more and more hilarious every new episode. It's cool hahahaz. Thank you for your efforts with the reactions and your insights about the anime and volleyball made my day! And mhaaaan, coach met Oikawa... and you're about to meet the Guardian Deity! He's best boi in my opinion. thundaaaaa lol

[@kt8738]

Rolinguuuuu thundaaaaa!

[@kt8738]

AGAIN!

[@dikashafirahidayat1268]

22:23 "you know, i kinda like this guy" ...man you gonna say this A LOT, i swear

[@CovalentNetworkSolid]

I think thats one of my favorite things about thos anime. Seems like every single character is likeable to some extent.

[@lumauve7807]

Love how coach took the hint immediately that the blonde guy ;) was a former volleyball player

[@syakir4217]

I already watched all the episodes of haikyu but watching it again with you is really fun. I love how you appreciate the art, your talk about psychology, strategy, skills and characters. I think the animators will feel appreciated if they watch your reaction

[@krizzy2580]

3:41 "How's the ankle? More like how's the haircut?" HAHAHAHA Not even 4 minutes into the video and I already laughed.

[@jampastelberry7309]

I love the fact that u called Flattykawa a "Kpop star/Kpop setter" 😆👌🏻✨

[@martinez7527]

1:50 in Argentina the matches are played to the best of 3 sets until u19, it doesn't matter if it's league or tournament. Another fact, practicing sports is an extracurricular activity, they are not associated with school. I open a thread to know how it is in other countries

[@maaarcus7227]

In the Philippines when I played from Elementary to Junior High, we always played best of 5 sets even though it was pretty low level. It was ofc within the school team.

[@azmiak516]

Argen? Oh u must be so proud if u read the manga

[@Rula380]

@@azmiak516 Yes we are!!! We have the best setter in San Juan Sport hahaha

[@Live-vo4zk]

@@azmiak516 OIKAWA ES ARGENTINO PAPAAAAAA

[@kimzee3812]

Donny, your editing skills have been getting much better! The improvement is real

[@Gabriel00999]

When I used to play volleyball back in Highschool my serving routine to calm down was always bouncing the bow 3 times with both hands and then spinning it twice, it's funny how something so simple can help so much

[@samkenmapple9386]

22:34 Yes! Oikawa is one of my favorite characters, I love his personality even if he's a bit of a todler sometimes haha 24:07 He misunderstood the dynamics of Iwaizumi and Oikawa's relationship hahah, I love these two

[@cielhavedoth4136]

Oikawa has a problem with his ankle, so that's why couch give him a special treatment

[@pinffu]

I've been watching/reading Haikyuu for 7 years and listening to coach Donny patiently explaining different moves and how they are performed is enriching my experience so much!! These videos make me love Haikyuu more than ever before

[@sowmyad1487]

I just love how positive and encouraging Coach Donney is!! It really makes my day so much better.

[@alyssa4009]

The “kpop setter”, his name is tooru oikawa 😂 A third year setter and captain at Seijoh :)

[@sunboy1111]

Me: **halfway through the video and patiently waiting for the “guardian deity” to be introduced because I already know what’s up** 😌

[@HiroJJ94]

same lmao I was waiting for Noya's entrance BECAUSE HE IS AMAZING I can't wait for coach to get to his crazy saves like bruh even rewatching those scenes later on still takes my breath away, he is just so cool, THE COOLEST CHARACTER definitely deserving of the Guardian Deity title

[@allyssadenisevarquez2253]

In Japan Senpai means upperclassman or someone older than you and has more experience on a certain field.😊 And also You'll definitely love their libero😊😊thanks for reacting.I enjoy it.

[@bluedoris6384]

Can’t wait for him to meet karasuno’s Guardian Deity haha

[@mavijjang]

Agree! I think Coach will truly love the libero aside from Tanaka

[@Loonaurtheworld]

Wait isn't it Senpai (先輩), not Sempai ?

[@librarian4485]

I can’t wait for him to see Asahi!!

[@allyssadenisevarquez2253]

@@Loonaurtheworld ooh I just noticed it hahahaha

[@perevision]

Your casual commentary makes me laugh, your volleyball commentary is so enriching and useful even for daily non-sports life, and your animation commentary is (for this illustrator who majored in animation) the cherry on the reaction parfait. So glad I found this channel Coach!

[@my_biggest_nightmare]

Hinata sings most of the times when he goes to the bathroom 😅

[@meloni6280]

There's also this other thing that happens every time he goes to the bathroom lol

[@25_kylie16]

Melo Ni Where he meets scary people lol

[@megl8327]

Bathroom diplomacy lol

[@TheIrizarr]

I laughed so hard at 13:11. "Welcome to comcast!". Lmao, typical.

[@stefan9870]

5:23 The moment you realise you clicked on the wrong episode xd

[@KatherineSinahon]

i just keep imagining how Oikawa literally waited by the gate to do that declaration of war XD

[@lumauve7807]

Haha I can't help but laugh at the thought of that!

[@montse6731]

He’s so extra I love him

[@lvely4126]

He most definitely did, which is why we like him :')

[@megl8327]

sounds so bit*chy and I believe oikawa definetely did it lol

[@shreyashervatte5495]

At 29:55, I guess they made Kageyama spread out his hands just to dramatically shift the focus to Hinata in the frame. Just a theory though.

[@ZyxiaYrah]

just gotta say, i really love these real life plays shown when you're explaining something

[@christinavasquez1010]

I'm gonna cry it's all coming together I'm so excited for you to get to see them grow !!!!

[@EnriqueGarcia-tc6uy]

Hi My father Israel Garcia was a famous volleyball in Puerto Rico (national team) and I am a big volleyball fan. I just wanted to let you know that because my father died ten years ago, I really get sad when I watch Haikyuu and I wish he could have seen it as he would have appreciated as a Volleyball narrative. Watching your reaction as a volleyball coach is like watching with my father. I know it is silly but every video you make makes me nostalgic for my dad. Sorry to be emotional. Thanks for being committed to volleyball!

[@lumauve7807]

Yes. Senpai means upperclassman. It can be someone older or more experienced than you, whether in a work or school setting

[@brendonjohnlopez5028]

remember ep1 . when hinata and kageyama at toilet again , He said " Eliminations, Finals, Nationals, I'll win them all " . btw . I love your small yet very important detail reactions .

[@santadotes9240]

I'm just here for the anime reactions! I knew this anime was amazing, but listening the details from an actual coach/player about all the attention to details the author/production put into the anime is just amazing!!!

[@billybat-uchral4059]

"Did he hit it right past the KPOP star? I don't even remember his name anymore." this had me crying hha

[@huyxiun2085]

Man, i'm always SO IMPRESSED by your analysis. On so many levels. In coaching, there is the advices and analysis not only on the form or physical approach but also the mental, team building, etc. That is very unique among reactors, that's already enought to appreciate. But even so, I have this feeling you're a damn good coach. Regarding animation, i don't know anything about that on technical level thus everything you say sounds genius too me, probably i'm overreacting, but still, it's interesting for noobs. And just as "show reactor", you're good too, enjoying and sharing those little appreciative moments, which sometimes we didn't catch or didn't realized why we appreciate them so much, making the show more enjoyable once we have someone else point of view and explanation (why the interaction Hinata/Kageyama is so good, that "little brother" feeling about Hinata, etc.) I read Pandora's comment before you actually said it: "is that a player or a mascot ?" - Yes. At first I thought it was about the setter ("korean idol") and found it funny like that. Then it occured in your reaction and was about the libero, i was laughing so hard. Thanks Pandora, good comment ;) And then you come with the most weird question. "I'm assuming senpai means upperclassmen. Please tell me in comments". ... Yeah. Yeah, that's what it means. Did you ever watch a japanese anime before Haikyuu? Not many I guess. It just makes it even more impressive. Congrats, i'm really enjoying this.

[@mattzbold]

You're getting so good at editing for this coach! Appreciate the pause and zoom with screenshots and the real life examples. I know it must be a pain to comb through all your film to find them!

[@mayumin7815]

“Hit him in the face!” hksjskajs like NICE KILL HINATA

[@reifrancisco964]

*sees this video* me: clicks as fast as I could

[@rheagutierrez7340]

Girl same tho!

[@juhokim1646]

I really love how coach Donny explains the technicality of volleyball and then shows some real life examples with his videos. We've already watched the episodes, so having a coach explains gives the fans a new perspective of the show! :D I dunno about others but the way coach reacts to each episode is satisfying

[@nataliec.1861]

It's super cool not only getting the explaination and perspective of someone who plays volleyball, but also explinations on whats happening animation wise. I'm always looking foward to your videos! 🙆🏻‍♀️

[@jilyui0416]

13:33 "did he hit it right past the k-pop star?" lmaooo i love you coach 😂🔝

[@dongariyelle]

13:31 Coach Donny: HIT HIM IN THE FACE! LOL COACH, I'M PRETTY SURE THAT'S NOT ALLOWED PFFT-

[@co0kii]

hey, i’ve received with my face before... i sure looks lame but if the ball didn’t touch the floor then we get to keep playing lol

[@dongariyelle]

@@co0kii I mean, if they hit you intentionally lol but if you've received it on yer face, it's cool man, we all have had that happen to us once in a while. If yer team got to play after that then it's okay, imma give ya huggles and pats in the back for it

[@ZeroOhClock]

@@co0kii okay Hinata :p. Sorry I just rewatched S3 so this is especially relevant

[@fanpirenik]

I've been waiting for this the whole week💕 Oh and senpai = upperclassman InterHigh = national tournament

[@tef5758]

Senpai is used to talk to an upperclassmen and kouhai for underclassmen. Actually Tanaka enjoyed when Hinata called him senpai because it's like a prove of respect. Remember that Daichi told Hinata to call the "Guardian Deity" senpai because he thinks the "Guardian Deity" would like it. (I'm sorry if I'm not good at english, I'm from Argentina)