After everyone formed a group around him, Iwata coughed twice and said, "Well, we have some things to discuss about yesterday's match and everyone's performance. Before we begin the discussion in full length, I would like to say one thing." looking into everyone's eyes, he continued, "You all played a good match yesterday. You should be proud of yourself."
Everyone started clapping as they heard Iwata praise them. It was hard work which won them the game. Iwata once again coughed twice as he noticed they already started talking.
"Now, even though we were able to win the match, there were a lot of mistakes made by each one of you. If you all don't improve, then winning the prefectural torment would be hard for us." Pouring cold water directly over the happy students, he brought them back to reality. Rei nodded when he heard this as there were some mistakes. He could find some and discuss it with Iwata during the match.
Hope you like the chapter. And before some comments fly, yes, Rei didn't think much about the whole thing on his birthday and was genuinely surprised. Why? wait for the next chapter.