Hinata begins trying to keep his eyes open during his quick attacks to gain better control. Coach Keishin Ukai officially decides to stay on as Karasuno's full-time coach after the game, fueled by the desire to beat Nekoma at Nationals.

Karasuno wins the match, and Hinata successfully scores the final point with a block-out against the giant. The episode ends with Hinata protecting Kiyoko from the flirtatious players of Johzenji High , their next opponent. Season 4, Episode 13: "The Second Day" Rival (Episode) | Haikyū!! Wiki | Fandom

Karasuno struggles against Yūdai Hyakuzawa , a 201cm (6'7") player who is nearly impossible to block due to his sheer height.

This episode concludes the first major practice match between Karasuno and their fated rivals, .

The team realizes Hyakuzawa is a beginner and uses a "soft block" strategy to slow down his spikes rather than trying to stop them outright.

Karasuno faces in the first round of the Miyagi Prefecture Representative Playoffs.