They all stand off to the side waiting as Chloe opens a box.
"Our new jersey's are here…!" Instead of the top left shoulder being dark gray and the bottom white; the shoulder was now white, and the bottom was gray, their numbers still blue. Kurai grabs his and lifts his shirt off, a massive burn scar over his whole left arm and back, stretching partially down his leg as he put's on the new jersey beside Kaneko, Lucas shocked.
"You two look so much better in the new jerseys!" Kurai and Kaneko tower over everyone in their new jerseys. Coach Russ walking over.
"Okay everyone, let's get to warm-ups!" he claps quickly as everyone turns to the court in their new jersey's. Suddenly a strong tension fills the arena as they are on court B, right in the middle of the two other courts. Kurai looks over at the entrance they came in.
"They're here…" everyone looks over as the doors swing open. The man at the front wearing jersey number one, the jersey was orange with red numbers. He stood roughly 6 foot 4 and had an emotionless stare, with greasy black hair parted down the middle with purple eyes. Coach Russ pointed him out.
"There he is… Michael Winters… 3rd best wing spiker in the nation… remember what we strategize… come on guys, Warm-ups!" Everyone rushes to start warm-ups as LSBVT has a team meeting by the bench. Their coach, Tobi Gregor, or Coach Gregor speaking up.
"We've reviewed their Qualifying matches against Lewis, Braken, and Mason… does anyone notice anything different about them from this match and those matches?" One guy speaks up as the team's setter.
"These guys are alot taller in person than I was expecting… no wonder their blocks are seemingly impenetrable…" The Coach nods.
"Good work, but remember our strategy out there guys… Break past those blocks… then we have to deal with their incredible offense…" The Libero is shocked.
"That's why we've been focusing more on serve and spike receives lately?" The Coach nods.
"yes, use the things you've learnt and take over the court with unstoppable force!" He holds his hand out in the middle as everyone huddles.
"We're an unstoppable force!" They all shout in agreement as a whistle blows, it was now their turn to warm-up, LakeWood Tech walking back to the bench as music played overhead, Russ nodded.
"They've probably reviewed our matches so far, thus they probably know our strengths and weaknesses and how to exploit them…" Dougal looks at his hands.
"Dougal, remember… blocking isn't a way to stop another team from getting a point, it's another way for us to get a point… Good luck team, remember the strategy, take down Michael!" Russ puts his hand in the middle. Everyone joined in.
"We are LakeWood Tech!"
"YEAH!" A loud buzzer rings.
"The match between LakeWood Technical High School representing Kentucky and Louisiana State Boy's Volleyball Team representing Louisiana in a first to 2 set match will now begin…" Kurai takes a deep breath and watches the court.
"Up first is the starting lineup for LakeWood Technical High School…" Everyone stands up from the bench and huddles around coach Russ.
"Jersey Number 1, Wing Spiker, Lucas baker" Lucas stands up at 6 foot 1 and high fiving everyone before running onto the court.
"Jersey Number 2, Setter, Kurai Vlast" Kurai towers as the tallest at 6 foot 8. High fiving everyone and jogging onto the court, fist bumping Lucas.
"Jersey Number 3, Opposite, Kaneko Vlast" Kaneko smiles and stands, standing 6 foot 7 and violently high fiving Coach Russ. Running into the field beside Kurai.
"Jersey Number 8, Middle Blocker, Dougal Wilson" Dougal nods and stands, his average height of 6 foot 1. High fiving everyone and walking onto the court.
"Jersey number 13, Libero, Ajax Adams" Ajax smirks while walking out. Standing at 6 foot 5 while waving.
"Substitue for Libero is Jersey Number 4, Opposite, Richmond Walker" Richmond raises his hand while getting a drink of water. All of LakeWood Tech stands on the court as they prepare for the match.
"LakeWood Technical High School Head Coach: Russel Williams" Russ nods and bows a bit.
"Starting line-up for Louisiana State Boy's Volleyball Team" LSBVT stands up.
"Jersey number 1, opposite, Michael Winters" He walks onto the court with an emotionless face. Standing at 6 foot 4
"Jersey Number 4, Setter, Gabriel McGoi…" Gabriel walks onto the court. Standing at 6 foot 3. Trying to high five Michael but getting no response.
"Jersey Number 5, opposite, Dawsin Diver" Dawson walks onto the court with a smirk. Standing at 6 feet solid.
"Jersey Number 8, Middle Blocker, Shaun Hernandez" Shaun nods and slowly walks onto the court. Standing at 6 foot 6.
"Jersey Number 2, Libero, Kayden Philips" Kayden walks out onto the court, ready to play. Standing at a suprising 5 foot 10.5.
"Jersey Number 3, Opposite, Devon Holland" The crowd goes crazy as a boy with short hair and a calm smile walks out, seemingly acting as if he was a model. Standing at 6 foot 2
"Substitute for Libero, Jersey Number 10, Middle Blocker, Will Dunn" The crowd cheers as Will waves.
"Louisiana State Boys Volleyball Team Head Coach: Tobi Gregor" He smiles and respectfully bows. A whistle blows signalling the start of the game.
"Louisiana State Boys Volleyball Team, Jersey number 3 serves first!"