With the eleven-point lead, Seiryuu High felt something they hadn't felt in a long time—true confidence that they could take this game all the way. The pressure of facing Shinryu High was still there, but it had shifted. Now it was a challenge, one they believed they could conquer, and that belief fueled every step they took back onto the field. Their goal was clear: hold their lead, secure another touchdown, and cement their path to victory.
As they took their positions, every player seemed to sense the stakes hanging in the air, and each was dialed in to their role. Sota took a deep breath, his mind focused solely on the task ahead. His zone was essential to their offensive push, and his teammates, as aware of this as he was, prepared to support him in any way they could.