[ though he has little volleyball experience besides pick-up games in Hullbury on warmer summer days, Raihan certainly looks the part of a player - he's taken off his trademark hoodie for once, revealing the full extent of the Hammerlocke Gym uniform. its sporty nature can't be denied, and that in itself is giving him some movtivation! it's always important to look the part, after all.
considering team 2's collective lack of experience (including his own), winning the first set was actually a bit of a surprise. he'd like to give himself a little bit of credit for being a good blocker thanks to just straight up being 6'5", but it was most definitely a team effort - he's quite enthusiastic about encouraging everyone on a job well done, though their job is far from over.
unfortunately, the momentum doesn't quite keep up. hard as they try, the tie is broken by team 1 and leaves their win short-lived. as per his post-loss ritual, Raihan makes sure to take a selfie after the latter two games have concluded - even outside of a Pokémon battle, it's good to remember that sting of defeat. ]
We started out strong, but a loss is a loss. As long as I looked good, I won't complain!
[ he's a little pouty for a little while, but it just as quickly turns back into a smile as the teams begin to mingle. if you're a member of team 1, Raihan will be offering his hand to you for a proper, sportsmanlike shake. ]
Good game! I can recognize good team synergy when I see it, and you guys definitely had the stuff.
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considering team 2's collective lack of experience (including his own), winning the first set was actually a bit of a surprise. he'd like to give himself a little bit of credit for being a good blocker thanks to just straight up being 6'5", but it was most definitely a team effort - he's quite enthusiastic about encouraging everyone on a job well done, though their job is far from over.
unfortunately, the momentum doesn't quite keep up. hard as they try, the tie is broken by team 1 and leaves their win short-lived. as per his post-loss ritual, Raihan makes sure to take a selfie after the latter two games have concluded - even outside of a Pokémon battle, it's good to remember that sting of defeat. ]
We started out strong, but a loss is a loss. As long as I looked good, I won't complain!
[ he's a little pouty for a little while, but it just as quickly turns back into a smile as the teams begin to mingle. if you're a member of team 1, Raihan will be offering his hand to you for a proper, sportsmanlike shake. ]
Good game! I can recognize good team synergy when I see it, and you guys definitely had the stuff.