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Aug 17, 2015 10:35 PM

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Ochiai really is infatuated with Furuya. Like its creepy now.
Aug 17, 2015 10:40 PM

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Coach Oachiai always saying such dramatic stuff with that background music.
Can't wait till he is the main coach, it will be interesting to see play out. Possibly a disaster.
This anime sure is slow paced though. Hasn't even been a year yet after around 100 episodes.
Aug 17, 2015 10:41 PM

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I wonder how Haruichi will respond to Ochai's remark.

Btw, I would like to ask if anyone remembers the reason why Haruichi still uses wooden bat? I remembered there's an episode or so showing why he picked it over aluminium bat, but I've forgotten the reason. Well, since aluminium bat are lighter and better, I'm curious again.
Aug 18, 2015 5:29 AM

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I really like how Watanabe got a lot of focus this episode. I'm really liking him as a character and he seems to be helpful to the team. It's interesting to see him want to be a manager too along with the other two members. Meanwhile, Ochiai was so direct and blunt towards Haruichi, giving such harsh words to him and probably tried to demotivate him.
Aug 18, 2015 8:29 AM

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Nothing much to say about this episode. Ochiai has plans for the team and it shows. Let's see what'll happen next.
Aug 18, 2015 1:30 PM
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All I can say is Ochiai is Ruthless and I can understand why a lot of don't aren't fond of his methods, but at the end of the day result matters and I'm interested to see how things pan out now that he's begun to make his moves.
Aug 18, 2015 2:24 PM

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Stark difference between Ochiai and Kataoka(illustrated in this episode, too): Ochiai puts the members of the team down, while Kataoka lifts them up. How could Ochiai possibly think he'd be a good coach if all he does is insult everyone?

At this point, Ochiai is just there to make Kataoka look better. He's basically a generic villain.
Aug 18, 2015 5:32 PM

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OCHIAI DIE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Aug 19, 2015 4:22 AM
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Ochiai Logic: Demotivate everyone so he and Furua can become the best Gay couple ever. You just need to say the word ACE to control that blockhead.

Other than that, i wish there were more sol scenes for the 1st and 2nd years.

Aug 19, 2015 2:34 PM

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xahjun said:
I wonder how Haruichi will respond to Ochai's remark.

Btw, I would like to ask if anyone remembers the reason why Haruichi still uses wooden bat? I remembered there's an episode or so showing why he picked it over aluminium bat, but I've forgotten the reason. Well, since aluminium bat are lighter and better, I'm curious again.
If I remember correctly, it was because of his brother Ryousuke who told him that he was not ready for a wooden bat but that if he was able to master using a wooden bat, he'd be able to hit anything.


That Ochiai is so creepy randomly lurking in corners showing up out of nowhere like that lol.I agree what he said to Haruichi was definitely cold and technical with no regard for the individuals feelings.It's kind of a contrast to how coach Kataoka dealt with Nabe and his friends.I guess having technicalities/skills are important but inciting motivation and passion are also just as important (if not more important) steps in continuing the development of skill.

lol at that scene where Eijun was being concerned about not overworking himself more than usual.Shocked the hell outta Miyuki for saying something so sensible lol.
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Aug 20, 2015 12:16 AM

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Incr3dibl3 said:
xahjun said:
I wonder how Haruichi will respond to Ochai's remark.

Btw, I would like to ask if anyone remembers the reason why Haruichi still uses wooden bat? I remembered there's an episode or so showing why he picked it over aluminium bat, but I've forgotten the reason. Well, since aluminium bat are lighter and better, I'm curious again.


If I remember correctly, it was because of his brother Ryousuke who told him that he was not ready for a wooden bat but that if he was able to master using a wooden bat, he'd be able to hit anything.


Hmm I see I think I do have some memory of that conversation, thanks! But then it would sounds like it's a good time for Haruichi to change to aluminium bat though since he's already good with his wooden bat.
Aug 22, 2015 11:59 AM
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Why Ochiai? Seriously? What could you possibly gain from demotivating Haruichi?
Aug 23, 2015 4:39 AM

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when is episode 21?
Aug 23, 2015 6:29 PM

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Being mean to Haruichi is like punching a puppy. I refuse to believe that Ochiai is actually trying to help anyone improve; he's just being evil for fun at this point.

It was good to see Nabe's storyline make some more progress, but I feel like this series is getting Dragon Ball fight level of slow.
Aug 28, 2015 4:54 AM
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I thought maybe Yuki would maybe scold Miyuki, but it was the opposite. Yuki also understands the pressure that Miyuki is going through as the captain, although he says that Miyuki has a lot more on his shoulders. It's nice that Yuki tells Miyuki that Miyuki can talk to him anytime. As for Zono, Isashiki reminded him what it means to be a VP. It's not that Zono was wrong to disagree with Miyuki, but he should've done it differently, and also take care of the team rather than to push everything on the captain. Really interesting development this season regarding team relationships/dynamics.

Wtf is wrong with Ochiai. He thinks that Haruichi has way more talent than Zono, but still says that he won't use Haruichi as long as Haruichi keeps using a wooden bat? Crazy guy. But idk, if a wooden bat is harder to master, would that mean Haruichi will be amazing with a metal bat? Hmm.

I really liked the end part with Nabe and co. What Kataoka said to them about batting or doing things for themselves and not for the team was somehow touching. It's great that he keeps encouraging people to keep improving and to not lose even the smallest amount of hope that they currently hold. It's such a huge contrast in comparison to Ochiai, who doesn't seem to try to understand or build a connection with the kids.
Oct 1, 2015 10:38 PM
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Really late post (and also long time MAL visitor but this isgoing to be a first for me using the forums so hello guys) but as someone who also watches baseball and sports in general I thought he was going to be the foil to Coach Kataoka wherein he brings in some more modern ideas in approaching baseball but nope guy is just out there trying to brown nose his way into a job.

The main beef I have with him that isn't related to Haruichi is the fact that he thinks that the practices are overkill but then goes to say that the injury on Furuya is pretty minor and if he was the coach he'd be playing him a week earlier against medical advice.

Are you fucking kidding me? Its the same guy who even thinks that they should be building around Furuya to make him grow as an ace but then would make boneheaded decisions that could actually jeopardize said player's career. As a guy who prides himself on being soooo radical, his thinking is so backwards and screams counter-intelligence it drives me nuts as a someone who is also a fan of the sport.
Oct 14, 2015 2:42 AM

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Jeez, the manaka is really wanting the readers/viewers to hate Ochiai as much as possible with the obvious contrast between him and Coach Kataoka. No way Ochiai will become the next coach. It would make the show so dislikable.

Sucks that Furuya is hurt, but good news is more playing/screen time for Sawamura :)
Apr 21, 2016 12:58 PM

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As usual, Ochiai is annoying... even more so now than before.

I wish he'd just piss off already Dx He has no right to talk the way he does to the players. Every negative thought he's had for Kataoka's decisions as a coach thus far have also ended up pointless since they work out in the end but he still keeps on with the way he thinks.. ugh... someone should whack him with a bat!
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Jan 15, 2017 3:09 PM

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Sergeant bastard needs to seriously stop with his negative ass opinions. Glad those 3 got a talk with the coach and feel better than ever.
Jan 25, 2017 1:55 AM

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got to hell!!!Ochiai!!!
Sep 20, 2018 8:02 PM

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Coach Ochiai is looking villainous!
Apr 7, 2019 12:03 PM

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fuck ochiai. I hope that eijun will prove him wrong.


"All that is gold does not glitter,
Not all those who wander are lost;
The old that is strong does not wither,
Deep roots are not reached by the frost."

Apr 7, 2019 1:48 PM

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Ochiai, go fuck yourself!

Kataoka-san is such a precious couch, those speeches are always so inspiring.
Nov 2, 2019 12:54 AM

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HATE SO MUCH OCHIAI , SUCH A IDIOT WITHOUT FEELINGS!!!

Since the begining I really want see him being beat for a truck, simply just get away our precious team!
Kataoka coach don't leave us alone! That porky it isn't part of Seidou's spirit!
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Dec 12, 2019 8:38 PM

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lol Sawamura's manga buddies xD

Furuya is so cute!!! But I really don't like that coach, Furuya is his favorite but he doesn't care about his health as long as he pitch! Grrrrr

Eijun as responsible pitcher is LOL everything he says and do are always a joke/comedy for me.

How Coach Kataoka can leave Seidou to Coach Ochiai?!!!I hate Ochiai !! How dare him to say bad things to Haruichi!!!
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Jun 10, 2021 8:53 PM

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Anyone else noticed that the manga recommended to Sawamura was Chihayafuru? Nice reference.
Nov 1, 2021 4:05 AM

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Making light of Furuya's injury and unfairly critizing Haruichi wooden bat usage, can someone please throw a 160 km/h deadball to Ochiai's head? This together with Kataoka motivating Nabe and the others to keep playing as a real coach should is why Kataoka should stay.

Dec 12, 2021 8:59 PM

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Ugh, Ochiai is such a piece of shit, not surprised he likes so much Furuya who I also dislike
Jul 12, 2023 4:55 PM

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Miyuki is a captain, not a babysitter, Zono needs to understand that. Zono was being really unreasonable. I’m glad Jun had a conversation with him.

Ugh, they’re going against the bubble gum dude 🗿

I don’t like the new assistant captain, but now he’s overdoing it! We cannot risk Furuya’s injury getting worse just because of your stupid views. The main coach actually values his players and is taking care of them. I’m done with this dude, I really hope he doesn’t get anything because he will destroy Seido as a team. 

Oh hell nah, stay away from our Haruichi!! STAY AWAY FROM THE PLAYERS, WHAT TYPE OF COACH TALKS LIKE THAT TO THEIR PLAYERS. NO WONDER YOUR PREVIOUS STUDENT DISLIKE YOU.
Jul 28, 2023 3:32 PM

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I know what Ochiai's problem is... He doesn't have friends and is a lonely old man; that's why he is like that (-_-). But he's got a point with Harucchi, I guess. I hope to see Harucchi improvement soon.

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Dec 11, 2023 5:00 PM

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Ochai's gotta be a plant for another team or something, there's no way this guy is for real.
"Yeah that injury, whatever, just a light sprain" ...
"You're weak, you'll never amount to anything" ...

At this point he's just there to show the extreme side of coaches that only care about numbers instead of the entire team.
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