Ep. 13: Karasuno loses the second set to Nekoma in a close match, prompting Ukai to become their full-time coach.

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Nekoma and Karasuno engage in an intense second set that ends with a narrow 25-23 victory for Nekoma. Although Karasuno falls short, the match strengthens a rivalry that transcends time. Both schools recognize shared personality traits within their teams and observe the ambitions of their first-year players. This mutual understanding helps unite the Karasuno team despite their defeat. Motivated by the loss, Karasuno vows to seek revenge on the national stage. Following the match, Ukai agrees to take on the role of Karasuno’s regular full-time coach, marking a significant step for the team's future development and cohesion.