A flurry of activity swept over the field as Takiyama High's coaches signaled for player substitutions. As the new faces jogged onto the field, their fresh legs and energy seemed to infuse the team with a newfound vigor. Seiryuu High, already strained and visibly weary, could only watch as Takiyama High seamlessly integrated their substitutes into the game.
Seiryuu High's defenders, a ragtag group struggling with exhaustion, found themselves overwhelmed by the unexpected surge of energy from Takiyama High. Despite the new players being relatively average, their fresh stamina and aggressive tactics exacerbated Seiryuu High's fatigue. Strained muscles and fading focus plagued the Seiryuu team, leaving them vulnerable to a relentless offensive onslaught.
