Furuya Pitched three innings and lost a total of 8 points.
If you just look at the scores, then he is definitely unqualified. However, considering that he was extremely tired, he went on the field. In the last inning he will be pitching, and he regained his form again.
Overall, Kataoka is satisfied with Furuya's performance.
This is a very valuable experience for the young man!
Despite the fact that Seidou High School has not entered Koshien in recent years, Kataoka never thought that his goal was simply to enter Koshien.
He was aiming for National Hegemony!
If you want to become the Hegemon of the Nation, it is impossible to rely on Sawamura alone on the pitcher mound. With Sawamura as the main force, with one or two backups, this is the ideal plan.
This season, it can be Tanpa and Kawakami. Next time, when Furuya grows a little…
Right now, Kataoka has already made a decision. If there is a chance in the summer competition, he will let Furuya Satoru on the field and pitch for a few innings.
He believes that with the experience of the summer competition, Furuya's growth will definitely be faster.
On the other side, in the rest area of Osaka Kiryuu, Superintendent Matsumoto looked at the schedule in his hand, and Furuya Satoru finished his three innings.
There is no need to test, just by looking at him, Matsumoto can feel the potential of Furuya.
In other words, Seidou, aside from Sawamura, has such a windfall this summer?
"It's really enviable."
Matsumoto murmured in a low voice.
The game continues.
In the second half of the third inning, Seidou High School attacked.
At this time, Seidou's lineup just finished a round. In the previous two innings, Seidou had a total of three effective hits, namely, the timely hit of Tetsuya, the long hit to the outfield by Sawamura, and the four Ball hit of Kominato Ryosuke.
So in the second half of the third inning, Seidou High School's attack started from Kuramochi.
This time against Kuramochi, Osaka Kiryuu directly changed their original strategy. Their infielder came forward to defend.
Previously, Kuramochi had almost run to the first base with a grounder in front of the third baseman.
Osaka Kiryuu's players are now saying that he couldn't steal the base directly.
Yes yes, we got it. However, just because you are fast, doesn't mean we will let you run like that!
Osaka Kiryuu's players, directly are guarding against Kuramochi base stealing as if saying: if you have the ability, you can run.
In this situation, it is impossible to bunt and steal bases.
"Hyaa-ha-haa!"
Kuramochi was not annoyed at being targeted by his opponent.
Not being targeted is mediocrity!
Since he is targeted, it means that he is not mediocre.
In this regard, Kuramochi is very satisfied. He is not afraid of being targeted.
'Since you are moving forward, I will play normally.'
Ping!
Kuramochi aimed his swing at the gap left by the infielder's advance on the field.
He can even run straight to second base as long as the ball lands in the gap.
It's just a pity that he obviously overestimated his swing.
In the face of Tachi Hiromi's heavy ball power, he could only barely hit the ball the ball forward, and he couldn't accurately hit the ball in the direction he wanted the ball to land.
The ball landed in front of the second baseman, who jumped up and caught the ball in his hand.
"OUT!"
One Out, no one hits base.
In almost the same situation as before, Kominato Ryosuke went to the strike zone.
'It's him again!'
When he saw Kominato Ryosuke, the Catcher of Osaka Kiryuu, he almost cried.
Having such a role in the team is also quite a headache.
'Use the power of the ball to suppress your opponent!'
Such a dexterous swing is definitely impossible for a power Batter to have. If he is not a power Batter, it doesn't matter that the ball is sweet.
The most important thing is to hit the ball to the field!
As long as there is power, it is not a problem to solve Kominato Ryosuke.
The catcher made up his mind and gave Tachi a sign on the pitcher's mound. After seeing the sign, Tachi nodded.
He used almost all his power and threw the ball heavily toward the strike zone.
In the batter's position, Kominato held the bat long.
'Whatever you want to do, I will return it back to your face!'
Ping!
The white ball was hit, flew to the fielder's gap, and passed through. Ryosuke went to second base.
"Tsk, the power of the ball is really strong!"
Ryosuke felt his palms go numb.
Tachi is 1.9 meters tall (6.2 ft.) and weighs more than 100 kilograms (220 Ibs.)
It's natural for him to be strong!
The catcher of Osaka Kiryuu looked at Ryosuke stupidly.
'This guy can actually hit the ball with the full power of Tachi and send it so far?'
On the other side, the rest area of Seidou.
Chris whispered.
"It is too sweet!"
Miyuki smiled gleefully and said, "They underestimate Ryo-san too much."
One Out, runner at second base.
It was Isashiki's turn to bat.
Isashiki hit an infield grounder and was blocked out. Ryosuke took advantage of the situation to get to third base.
Two outs, someone at third base.
At this time, after discussing with the catcher, Tate Hiromi adopted the offensive four-ball and Walked Tetsuya to the base.
Two Outs, runners on first and third base.
Seidou's rest area.
"They don't dare to face off with the Captain anymore." Miyuki frowned.
"In their minds, they probably can't imagine the scene of the winning against him." Chris nodded.
There are runners at first and third base, and it is a good scoring opportunity, As long as the next batter can get a decent hit.
In the face of Masuko Toru, Tachi Hiromi threw a series of breaking balls, and finally let Masuko hit the infield grounder ball and was blocked out.
Three outs, offense and defense exchange.
Seidou High School's offense ended here.
Rest area.
Including Kataoka, the three managers were silent.
The attack is interrupted here again!
Although it can't be entirely Masuko's fault, after all, Tachi Hiromi is a pitcher whose lifeline is the breaking balls, and to a certain extent, he is perfect to restrain Masuko.
Although the situation is regrettable, it is also natural.
However, suppose it was Sawamura who was standing on the strike zone at this time?
Even if it were Osaka Kiryuu's battery, they would never dare to take the risk of regarding Sawamura as a point where they can get out of the crisis, right?
"The lineup needs to be readjusted." Takashima Rei also knew that Kataoka did not doubt Sawamura's attacking power by arranging for Sawamura to play in the lower ranks. He just wanted Sawamura to focus more on pitching.
Otherwise, if he needs to contribute his strength to both ends of the game, it may be difficult for him to last until the end of a difficult game.
Kataoka didn't say anything, just continued to look at the stadium.
Takashima knew that since Kataoka did not directly object, it meant that he had plans in his mind.
In the first half of the fourth inning, Sawamura put on his Mit and hat and walked to the mound.
Looking at the people guarding behind him, Sawamura was deeply relieved.
'Senpais, we are going to fight side by side again.'
On the mound, Sawamura and Furuya switched places.
"BALLS WILL COME FLYING!! EVERYONE IN THE BACK PLEASE TAKE CARE OF ME!!!"
After a deep breath, Sawamura suddenly opened his hands and shouted loudly.
Hearing this, Tetsuya, Ryosuke, Masuko, Kuramochi, Furuya, Isashiki, and Shiratsu, all felt spirited.
In the catcher's position, Miyuki looked at the high-spirited Sawamura and laughed in his mind.
'Really has an Ace aura~'
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