The Prince of Tennis: My tennis skills come from Naruto

Inside the arena, Sakaki Taro solemnly surveyed the crowd before announcing,

"This school-wide selection competition has now concluded."

Then, his gaze fell on the players who had just qualified for the starting lineup, and he changed the subject, saying with particular seriousness, "Those of you who have become starters, whether you are on the first team or the second team, do not slack off in the slightest!"

"The selection competition will be held again in two months. If you slack off during these two months, your current positions will be ruthlessly replaced by others!"

These cold words were like a bucket of cold water poured over the heads of the few people who were still excited about getting a spot on the main team.

Kikumaru Eiji's inner voice immediately fell, and he squatted in the corner, drawing circles in a mournful manner.

Coach, did you have to dampen my spirits so early? TAT Can't you let me be happy for a little while longer?

Meanwhile, Sakaki Taro continued,

"As for those who have become starters but are now only on the second team, don't be discouraged."

"Because, besides the ranking battles in the school's selection competition..."

Sakaki Taro paused deliberately, then raised his voice slightly to emphasize, "Members of Team Two will have one opportunity every two weeks to challenge the bottom three members of Team One's regular lineup!"

What?! A chance to challenge the bottom three members of a team every two weeks?!

Upon hearing this, the members of the second team immediately showed a strong sense of surprise and delight.

They exchanged glances, seeing the eager fighting spirit in each other's eyes, and then simultaneously set their sights on Shimizu Masahiro, Sengoku Kiyosumi, and Akutagawa Jiro.

Masahiro Shimizu felt the blinding sharpness coming from behind him and gave a wry smile.

Sigh, it seems it won't be easy for him to hold onto this position. The rankings have only just been finalized, but these people are already eyeing him covetously, eager to oust him...

Although he just won against Sengoku in the ranking battle, it was a fluke. Moreover, these first-year students are truly exceptionally talented, and the first-year students in the second team should not be underestimated either. What if the second team suddenly has a breakthrough...

No way! Shimizu Masahiro shook his head inwardly. As a senior in the third year, he didn't want to fail to even make it into the first team.

We really need to train really hard! We also need to figure out how to develop our ultimate moves!

Both hands must be grasped, both hands must be hard!

As for Sengoku Kiyosumi, he bit his lip slightly, his eyes flashing with a burning fire. He would not lose again!

Akutagawa Jiro, unusually, was not sleepy. Although he was currently last in the first team, he did not want to be relegated to the second team!

Sakaki Taro took in everyone's reactions, and although he didn't show it on his face, he was very satisfied.

Whether it was the burning fighting spirit of the second team ignited by hope, the strong sense of crisis rising in the first team, or the fervent aspirations and determination to fight in the eyes of ordinary members, these were all the effects he wanted.

Because only competition is the core driving force that propels Hyotei to continuously climb to new heights!

With this thought in mind, Taro Sakaki highlighted the key point.

"In short, everyone—"

He raised his voice again, "Train hard!"

"yes!"

The 13 members of the school team, along with the ordinary members behind them, responded loudly in unison, as if they wanted to shout out all the determination and fighting spirit in their hearts.

After the noise subsided, Sakaki Taro said, "Everyone else can leave, but the regulars on the school team will stay."

The ordinary members quickly dispersed, only glancing enviously at the 13 members still remaining on the court before leaving.

The coach definitely has something to tell them individually, and might even give them extra help.

"I wish I were a starter, even if it was just the second team..."

This thought, which had arisen since the medals were displayed, was now even more intensely entangled in the minds of every ordinary member.

After the last ordinary club member disappeared at the stadium exit, Sakaki Taro quickly took two steps to the left.

Seeing this, Kamiya You immediately stepped forward and stood firmly in the empty center position.

A smile played on his lips as his dark eyes swept over each distinctive face before him.

Then he said,

"Now that the starting lineup has been decided."

"So, the day after tomorrow evening, we will hold our first team-building dinner!"

"Everyone can suggest dishes for the gathering to Fujii, from eel rice to chicken dishes to French cuisine. The deadline is midnight tonight."

"The minority shall obey the majority. As for the specific location of the gathering, Fujii will be responsible for making the reservation and informing everyone."

"Great!"

Upon hearing about the dinner party, Kikumaru Eiji jumped up and down with joy.

Yuushi Oshitari pushed up his glasses, and a hint of a smile flashed across his gray-black eyes behind the lenses. Kiyosumi Sengoku whistled a particularly cheerful tune, and even the usually cold-faced Jin Akutsu raised his eyebrows almost imperceptibly.

Even Atobe Keigo's eyes flashed with anticipation.

Although Atobe has eaten at various countries and cuisines, and frequented many famous restaurants, this was the first time he had dined with so many people his own age.

At that moment, Kamiya You's smile deepened, and he snapped his fingers again.

"Snapped!"

The previously heated atmosphere immediately quieted down, and everyone's attention once again focused on Kamiya You.

At that moment, three male assistants jogged over, each dragging a trolley loaded with thick foam padding.

"Roar—"

The sound of wheels rubbing against the ground was particularly eye-catching, and everyone involuntarily focused their attention on the foam mat on the cart.

Sponge pad?

Why bring this thing out now?

Just then, a female assistant carrying a silver insulated box quickly ran to Kamiya You's right rear. After receiving a signal from Kamiya You, she swiftly touched the button on the front of the box with her left hand.

The box was quickly opened, first releasing a puff of white mist, then revealing 13 bottles neatly inserted into black metal grooves.

The bottle is made of frosted glass, so you can only vaguely see that it contains a green liquid.

Atobe Keigo's eye twitched at the sight; he realized he now understood the purpose of those sea cushions.

and many more……

Keigo Atobe suddenly realized that the number of glass bottles was a bit off; how could there be 13 bottles?!

So Atobe Keigo immediately counted them again: 5 bottles in the first row, 4 bottles in the second row, and 4 bottles in the third row. It was indeed 13 bottles.

So, Kamiya drinks too?!

Atobe Keigo thought with great disbelief:

That kind of taste?! How could Kamiya, with his picky nature, possibly drink it?!

Meanwhile, Kamiya You lightly touched the frosted glass bottle in the box with his fingertip and said, "This is a special sports drink developed by the Kamiya Group for internal use only, or Kamiya Special Blend for short."

"It can effectively relieve exercise fatigue, and long-term use can also heal hidden injuries and promote better physical development."

"During my tenure as minister, the 13 members selected in each school selection competition would receive a free bottle."