Daichi's face flushed with worry as he saw Ken embroiled in the collision. He only calmed down once he saw his brother walk towards the dugout relatively fine.
Even Chris frowned at the obviously dirty play from the opposing catcher. Thankfully his son was okay and was even awarded the run, bringing Yokohama further ahead on the scoreboard.
"Batting 7th, 1st base, Naoki."
Naoki came up to bat, but ended up striking out after only 3 balls, putting an end to the top of the 3rd innings.
"Are you still okay to pitch?" Coach Hanada asked Ken, though he could already tell the answer. What kid would want to sit out in the middle of a Koshien match.
"Hehe, I'm fine coach."
In actuality, he was still feeling a little ginger from the impact, but that wouldn't stop him. He placed his cap on and walked onto the field, making his way to the mound.
"Batting 1st, Short stop, Tatsuo."
