The Stabilized Situation

Sawamura's interruption had lifted the flagging morale somewhat.

Miyuki glanced at Furuya and saw that his eyes were filled with fighting spirit as well. He decided there was no need to call a timeout and planned to keep playing like this.

"Sixth batter! Pitcher, Hongo-kun!"

"Even though we gave up three runs in one go, it's still one out with a runner on second. Just stay calm and pitch, you'll be fine!!" Miyuki gave Furuya a reassuring look and raised his mitt again.

"Seidou High School is still in danger. Can they withstand this crisis?!!" The commentator began building suspense again.

"They may use tactics like a hit and run or a bunt. There's no need to force an out on the runner. Just make sure to get the first out count." Coach Kataoka gave his instructions.

"Pff!"

"The runner is stealing!!"

"A sacrifice bunt!!"

"Piu!"

"Let him bunt it. Just make sure we get the out!!!" Miyuki's attention immediately sharpened.

"Clink!"

"First base!!" Seeing Enjou sprinting at full speed, Miyuki knew the opposing battery's coordination was no ordinary thing. He decisively shifted his attention to Hongo.

"Smack!"

"Out!!"

"Two outs, Furuya!!!" Sawamura was once again the first to step forward and shout.

"Two outs!!"

"Two outs!!"

The fielders on the diamond shouted back as well, encouraging Furuya!

"Say it again!! Everyone!" Sawamura raised his left hand high and shouted once more.

This time, the stands responded with him as well.

(Miyuki's captain status -1 again)

"This is good!!!

Who would've thought that idiot would be the one to get everyone's momentum going at a time like this!!" Miyuki thought to himself as he watched Sawamura stir up the entire stadium.

"Seventh batter! First baseman, Hanyu-kun!"

"Two outs, runner on third!

Now Seidou High School can focus entirely on the