Chapter 537: We have only one goal!
Takato Riki's gaze turned razor-sharp, as though it could pierce everyone's soul. "That is ultimate victory-winning the championship at the Autumn National Sports Festival!"
As his words faded, his gaze moved slowly across the players, lingering on Chi Tong for a few extra seconds.
There was scrutiny in that gaze, along with expectation and a barely perceptible hint of approval.
As the newly crowned MVP of this year's National Tournament and the top point guard, Chi Tong was undoubtedly one of the core players of the Kanagawa Representative Team.
Takato Riki knew very well that how far this team could go depended largely on this young man's performance.
Feeling Takato Riki's gaze on him, Chi Tong lifted his head slightly to meet it, his eyes calm and resolute, without the slightest hesitation.
Then Takato Riki continued, "Over the next week, Coach Taoka, Coach Anzai, and I will be responsible for your training together. We will devise the strictest, most scientifically sound training plan based on your individual strengths. You only have one job: follow our instructions."
"Yes!"
The fifteen players answered in perfect unison, their voices ringing throughout the Basketball Gym.
Tiangang Maoyi stepped forward then, picking up where Takato Riki had left off.
He cleared his throat and said solemnly, "Considering that you've only just finished the National Tournament and are still recovering physically and mentally, today you can familiarize yourselves with the surroundings, have some free time, and head back early to rest."
At the word "rest," Sakuragi Hanamichi and Kiyota Nobunaga visibly relaxed, barely concealing their delight.
Taoka Moichi shot them a glare and continued, "But don't think this is a vacation. Starting tomorrow, we'll begin our grueling formal training."
"The specific training details and schedule will be handed out