Eve of the Clash (2)

In the meeting room in the hotel, the Japanese players sat and patiently waited for the coaches to begin the film session. They had just defeated Cuba earlier today in merely 5 innings, showing just how dominant the team was when in form.

Yet none of the players looked complacent, and it was for a good reason.

"Well done today everyone, we played up to our true capabilities in the match." Coach Takashi stated with his hands behind his back as he addressed the players.

"But, it is now in the past. We need to continue striving to improve, especially against our next opponent."

He looked around the room, seeing the determined expressions of the youth in front of him before nodding in satisfaction.

"As you know, we're up against the US next. I don't need to tell you that this will be our toughest challenge yet. Tonight's film session will be rather long, so please do your best to take on the information."