As soon as everyone entered the venue, they heard the crackling echo of volleyballs inside.
In the wide stadium, players were already warming up!
"Is that Atsumu Miya?"
"Yeah, he's known as one of the strongest setters in all of high school… Is that really him?"
"Looks like it!"
"And next to him… judging by the appreance, that person's from Karasuno!"
"You're right! They were in the Interhigh just a few months ago!"
"There are actually two people from that team!"
...
Inside the gymnasium, whispers spread among the crowd.
"Akira-san! Kageyama-san!!"
Just as the three of them stepped into the gym, a familiar voice called out.
"Oh?"
"It's Chikaya!!"
Akira smiled and waved.
"Long time no see!"
"Yeah, it's been a while!"
The person who came running over was someone they'd met during the Senran High training camp after the Interhigh — Eiyoshi Chikaya!
He's a first-year player from Senran High School, and a rare left-handed athlete!
"I had a feeling you guys would show up at this training camp!"
Chikaya's face turned red with excitement.
"Sure enough, you're here!"
"Haha! For some special reasons, we arrived a bit late," Kageyama said, scratching his head with a touch of embarrassment.
"Come on! I know where the locker rooms are — I'll take you there!"
"Thanks!"
...
"Gather up!!"
After the scheduled time, the coach overseeing the training camp entered the gymnasium and began gathering the participants.
The first man wore standard athletic wear and square-framed glasses.
It was Fuki Hibarida, the same coach who had been at the Interhigh tournament before.
He also held another title — head coach of the National Men's Volleyball Youth Team!
"Hello everyone!!"
"First, let's hear a few words from the coach of the National Men's Volleyball Team!"
He turned his head toward the man standing beside him.
This man had a thick beard and a solid, commanding presence.
He had also stood beside Hibarida during the Interhigh — Hibiki Ueyuki!
He was another coach for the national youth team.
"No need for a long speech!" Ueyuki said, planting his hands on his hips with a slight smile.
"I hope you all cherish this opportunity to train here."
"Your stage isn't limited to this gym or even high school tournaments!"
"The entire world is waiting for you!!"
"Let's go, everyone!!"
...
After Hibarida gave a brief overview of the training rules, everyone dispersed.
This training camp had brought together only about 12 players!
As a result, when training began, they were immediately split into two teams, and the session kicked off under Hibarida's direction.
"Oh! Hoshiumi-senpai!"
"Long time no see!"
Akira and Kageyama were assigned to the same team for their first match.
And on Akira's side was a familiar face — the ace from Kamomedai High, Kōrai Hoshiumi!
He stood at less than 170 cm, yet his skill and explosiveness eclipsed most tall players!
"Akira!" Hoshiumi smiled brightly upon spotting him.
"I figured you'd be here!"
"I didn't expect us to be on the same team right from the start!"
"Pretty lucky!"
"I've been wanting to see how strong your attacks really are!"
"Haha! It's an honor to be teamed up with you, Hoshiumi-senpai!"
...
"Alright, alright!" came Atsumu Miya's voice from behind.
"Cut the small talk and get ready!"
"You two are holding us up!"
"Got it!"
...
Everyone who came to this camp was truly elite — handpicked by the National Youth Team from across Japan!
They were the best of the best among first- and second-year players.
Even third-years wouldn't necessarily be a match for them!
Now, brought together under one roof, their skills were bound to collide and spark even fiercer competition!
"Right wing!!"
Kageyama shouted, and the three front-row players quickly shifted toward Akira!
They leapt to block!
But Atsumu's set was completely unexpected!
It seemed to head toward Akira — but suddenly curved away mid-air!
At that moment, Hoshiumi, from the back row, had already taken off from behind the three-meter line!!
An explosive force burst from his small frame as he launched himself toward the net!
Boom!!
His spike shot past Kageyama's block and rocketed toward the back row!
But—
Just before the ball could hit the ground, a figure darted into place!
Smack!
With knees bent and arms extended, he scooped up the ball effortlessly!!
It was Kiyoomi Sakusa!!
His eyes were sharp, and his body stayed completely steady after the dig, exuding a calm intensity.
Without needing words, Kageyama instantly read the play and leapt for the next set flying his way!
At his side, Chikaya stepped in with perfect timing!
"This play…"
On the other side of the net, Atsumu's brow furrowed slightly.
On the surface, it looked like a front-row attack.
But with his sharp instincts, he noticed something crucial: Sakusa — who'd just made the receive — had already started running behind the attack line!
In other words—
This might be a back-row spike!
As one of the country's top three aces, Sakusa's offensive power couldn't be underestimated!
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