"On the high school level, your team changes every year. There's only so much you can do with them. Picking out the best and giving 'em a coat of proper polish is the most efficient strategy."

"Does it look like they play good volleyball to you? Forget them. Your strength is simplicity. That's real strength. Solid strength. Not some thin veneer."

"Forty years. That's how long I've coached this sport. And I'll put it all on the line... to deny you and everything you are, Karasuno #10."