章 416: Begin (2)

"Heads. Japan, you choose."

"We'll bat first." Masayuki said confidently.

"Alright, Japan has won the coin toss and elected to bat first. United States, please take the field." The umpire announced, making some hand gestures.

"Let's do this!"

Masayuki was fired up as he returned to the dugout alongside everyone.

Both Riku and Masayuki put on their helmet and grabbed their bats, ready to roll. Yet they waited for Coach Takashi to step forward like he always did before every game.

The Head Coach addressed his players, his expression solemn.

"The day has finally come where we face our toughest opponent yet." His tone was serious as he moved his gaze amongst the players.

"But, now is not the time to be nervous or have reservations. We're going to hit them hard and fast from the very beginning. We'll need to give everything we've got if we want to beat this team, and I mean everything."

The players nodded along in agreement.