Come on dude get the shot up said a teenager. Alright just wait and see, I'll show you how trash you are said his friend as he shots a two pointer and it swishes. In your face bro, you still can't guard me said the friend. Hey punks, what the hell are you guys doing here said a boy standing at a hundred and ninety centimeters, towering above the two guys playing one on one.
What does it looks like Sherlock, we are playing ball said one of the guys. I don't know if you guys are aware but this is my turf so get the hell outta here before I beat your asses said the Boy. Screw you man , you think we're scared of you , if you want to go then let's go said one of the boys as he clench his fist. Exactly what I love to hear said the tall guy as he smirked and rushed in punching one of the hoopers in their gut causing him to fall to the ground in pain.
the other boy attacked from the back attempting to land a blow however the tall guy immediately spun and kicked him in the face sending him flying flat on his face. Damn, this guy is tough said one of the hoopers as he struggles to get up. Yeah I know , he kicked both our asses . You're going to regret attacking us you bastard, you messed with the wrong gang, we're from Musashi High said one of the boys.
Do I look like I give a damn, all you guys are doing is making empty threats. Screw you the son of a... Before he could finish his statement the tall guy steps in his face.
The boss isn't going to like this, he's going to beat the hell out of you, you're screwed for sure. I would like to see him try, oh and before you leave here I want you to tell him that my name is Tadao Inoue and he is to meet me here at three so that I can beat his life out of him said Tadao.
What?! You're Inoue , as in Tadao Inoue,the guy who took out that biker gang that was causing trouble in this neighborhood when you were only fourteen years old. Oh shit , let's get the hell out of here said one of the boys as they ran away with fear. Haha, run away, you guys are a bunch of pussies said Tadao as he walked away.
Nearing the end of their training Nanaho made the basketball players run up and down the court doing suicides. Come on man, when is she going let us stop, I'm gonna die at this rate said Noboru completely drained.I don't think that I can hold out much longer, I'm gonna pass out said Shino as he breathes heavily.
And that's the end of training guys, good work said Nanaho. Everyone breathes heavily after the training.
Finally it's over said Noboru as he laid on his back and took a deep breath. Shino falls on all fours and tries to catch his breath. Gather around everyone, I have an announcement to make said Nanaho.
I know that we have been training for only three weeks now and half of our team is practically inexperienced but I got a great news, I got us a practice match said Nanaho as she smiled. What?!B..but it's too soon said Shino nervously. It's fine by me, time for me to showcase my skills said Noboru as he smirked. However, it's not just any team we're going up against, it's the powerhouse Yokonan high school .
Yokonan?! Are you sure? Asked Takahiro shockingly. They are last year's runner ups and they made quite the impact in the inter high, ranking fifth place said Hayato. Not only that, they have one of the most dangerous player on their team , he won many scoring titles back in junior high, I'd know that since we were on the same team said Yukio.
There are three players that we need to watch out for. Takeshi Kayano, he plays guard, a hundred and seventy eight centimeters tall, he's a great scorer, passer and decision maker on the court , which makes him dangerous. Then we have Kogure Kobayashi , power forward, a hundred and ninety three centimeters tall. He's their main scorer and he's also one of the best defensive players in the league . Then there's their captain, Keichiro Yamada. He's two hundred and one centimeters tall and he's their Centre. He's a monster on both defense and offense and that's self explanatory said Nanaho.
Shino who was frightened by Nanaho's words gulps. How interesting, a worthy opponent to test my strength on said Noboru. Though they'll more than likely let us play their second squad said Yukio. What do you mean by second squad? Asked Shino curiously. Well, every year Yokonan always have three teams and all of them have fifteen members. However only the first team and sometimes the second actually gets to play said Takahiro.
They are such a cocky team, I'll show them what I'm made of said Noboru. I have decided that starting tomorrow we will work on both our offensive setting and defense, you were all developing individually but now you will all develop as a team. I got some plays in mind that I'd like us to work on said Nanaho.
That's good to know said Yukio. Alright everyone go ahead and clean up and don't forget to stretch. Um, Tetsuo said Shino as he approaches him. What is it? Asked Tetsuo. Can I talk to you for a sec? So what do you want to talk about? Asked Tetsuo.
Um, I was just wondering if you could please teach me how to make a layup shot. Throughout the training sessions we had so far I didn't actually learnt how to score a shot at all. All I've did so far are dribbling and passing drills. The practice match is only a week away and I want to be at least able to score some points for us. So would you please show me? Asked Shino.
Okay, watch me said Tetsuo as he dribbles the basketball to the hoop, took two steps the lays the ball on the backboard which swishes. Were you paying attention?
Yes I was said Shino. Okay , then let me explain.A layup shot is one of the simplest in basketball, it has one of the highest percentage when it comes to scoring. If you want to be able to score them you'll have to place the ball on the right spots on the backboard. So before we get to the actual movements you'll be practicing how to score consistently. Is that clear?
Yes said Shino as he took up a basketball and stood to the left of the rim. Here goes nothing he said as he attempted a layup however the ball hits the backboard too hard and misses. He attempted another layup but this this he air balls the shot.
Why are teaching that amateur, he won't learn , you're just wasting your time said Noboru. Shut up said Nanaho angrily as she hits Noboru on his shoulder. Ouch!! Hey that hurts. Serves you right you little punk said Hayato as he laughed. Noboru is right, I am just a waste of time said Shino as he held down his head. Focus, remember to find the right spots on the backboard, preferably the small rectangular shape above the rim said Tesuo as he pointed.
So aim for that spot huh said Shino as he shoots a layup shot but the time it hits the right spot on the backboard and swishes. What? I actually made it, yes!! Shouted Shino excitedly. Try making a couple more before we head out for the day said Tetsuo. Yes, I'll master them before you know it said Shino as he shoots another layup which swished.
It's been three weeks since he started learning, can't believe I doubted that kid , he's got heart and that alone will help him improve at a fast rate, if we keep this up I believe that we can make it to the inter high said Yukio.
I'm home said Tetsuo as he took off his shoes. Welcome home big brother, you're just in time for dinner, it's almost ready said Usagi in her cute little apron.
Oh thank you very much Usagi for making dinner. It's the least I can do since you cover all of the expenses here. Go ahead and sit down. Thanks for the meal said Tetsuo as he began eating. So how was training ? Asked Usagi curiously. It actually went well today. I see, do you feel any different? I honestly don't but I can't deny that I feel something whenever I'm playing basketball, I don't know how to explain it.
that means you're making progress big brother, don't let go off that feeling. yes, I won't said Tetsuo as he was interrupted by his cellphone ringing. He looks at Usagi for approval to answer. Go ahead and answer. Hello? Hey, longtime no see said the person. Who is this? Asked Tetsuo.
Eh, you've already forgotten? I am Haruko Takahashi, the girl you met at the court the other day said Haruko . Oh, so you're that girl I met the other day. Yes, I was wondering, can you come by the court tonight I need help with something, but if it's a bother to you I don't mind you not coming said Haruko.
I'll be there, after I finish cleaning up and also finished eating my dinner. Okay , thank you, I'll be waiting said Haruko as she hung up the phone. Was that a girl? Asked Usagi in which Tetsuo nodded in response. I didn't know you had a girl's number except mine and to be meeting this late, what are you two up to? Asked Usagi. Don't worry , she just asked for tips to improve her game in basketball, there's nothing out of the ordinary going on.
So she's a basketball player like you? Yes, she is. Are you sure you're not in a relationship with her. Why would I be? I mean there's no reason to. I'm heading out now , lock up the place for me. Okay big brother, stay safe. Yes I will, keep the place locked up until I get back okay.