My Prince of Tennis has a high proficiency level.

At the same time, Sengoku also secretly had his own guesses.

Whether it was Fuji Yuuta before or Mizuki Hajime now, he was almost certain that both of them were talents brought in by Shibukawa.

It's clear that their captain, Yamabuki, was already planning to improve the team's strength even before he took over. With the addition of these two players, Yamabuki's overall strength will undoubtedly reach a new level.

In addition to the original Yamabuki foundation.

If they maintain their current training level, next year Yamabuki will be able to challenge not only Seigaku, but even schools of Hyotei's caliber.

"A very exciting match."

At this moment, Shibukawa stepped forward, smiling at the two of them and exchanging a glance with Mizuki. Then, he turned to the crowd and said, "You've all witnessed Mizuki-kun's strength. He's extremely skilled in data-driven tennis, so I plan to appoint him as the manager of our tennis club."

manager?

Everyone was taken aback by what they heard.

Nan then gave Shibukawa a deep look.

In Japanese junior and senior high schools, club managers are generally responsible for the safekeeping and distribution of equipment, the repair of sports gear, and procurement.

Secondly, there is the need to soothe the players' emotions, coordinate the relationship between teachers and students, and analyze tactical data to assist in decision-making.

Previously, the Yamabuki Tennis Club did not have a manager, and Minami basically handled all these matters.

The fact that Shibukawa has appointed Mizuki as manager clearly indicates that they are preparing to adjust the team's internal leadership structure.

Nan wasn't quite used to this, but he didn't have any objections. He knew his own limitations; he was good at odd jobs, but tactical analysis, strategy, and team training arrangements were complete amateur skills for him.

With Guan Yue joining him, his pressure will be much less, and he will have more energy to participate in regular training.

Thinking of this, he spoke first, saying, "I have no objection."

Since Nandu had said so, the others naturally had no objections. In the previous match, Guanyue had already conquered them with her strength and won everyone's respect.

"I have no objection either."

At this moment, Banta walked over, smiled at Mizuki, and said, "Furthermore, I am very much looking forward to seeing how far Yamabuki will rise after Mizuki joins the team."

The coaches and club presidents nodded in agreement, and as expected, Mizuki became the manager of the Yamabuki Tennis Club.

With his addition, everyone began to look forward to seeing how well Yamabuki's strength would improve. Wanting more attention, everyone trained even harder.

evening.

After the club activities ended, Shibukawa called on the newly appointed tennis club manager, Mizuki, and the former club president, Uesugi, and found coach Banta to begin preparing for Yamabuki's training for the next period of time.

He, the newly appointed official, was finally ready to start the fire.

Banta, Uesugi, and Mizuki were also curious about what kind of training plan this unexpectedly rising boy wanted to devise.

Chapter 58 Team Transformation, Further Enhancement of Strength

"This is my initial plan."

In Banta's office, after explaining his thoughts, Shibukawa looked at the three of them.

"Well."

After stroking his chin and thinking carefully, Uesugi asked, "Are you sure they can keep up with this level of intensity?"

"Yes."

Banta hesitated for a moment before saying, "We're not like Sarujima Tennis School, where students primarily focus on playing tennis."

"Yes, I was indeed inconsiderate."

The two men's opinions made Shibukawa realize that he had indeed been too naive about the training plan. Fortunately, he didn't rush into implementing the plan, but instead consulted with several people.

"Most of the team members are ordinary people, and an overly heavy training program will indeed affect their normal studies."

Guanyue, who was standing to the side, thought for a moment and said, "How about this, Monday to Thursday are normal training, Friday and Saturday are extra training, and Sunday is a day of rest."

"pretty good."

Bantian nodded and said, "In this way, everyone can gradually become stronger. After this program has been in place for a period of time, the training volume will be increased according to each person's physical strength."

"Let's do it this way for now."

Shechuan nodded.

His previous ideas were somewhat influenced by the original work. There were almost no activities outside of tennis, especially after entering the U17 team; everyone's daily task was to improve their skills.

After all, he was a time traveler, so he not only had a clear mind and strong learning ability, but also the psychological age advantage that others did not have.

In contrast, apart from a few talented individuals, the rest of the members of the Yamabuki Tennis Club are all of average ability.

In this situation, as the minister, he shouldn't be rushing things; instead, he should proceed gradually. After all, there's still plenty of time. If the Yamabuki staff can adapt to the new rules by the end of the year, that will be a success.

After the discussion, Shibukawa and Mizuki bid farewell to Banta and left. Uesugi, however, stayed behind, watching the two departing figures, and remarked with considerable emotion:

"It's clear that he is indeed very ambitious."

"This is not a bad thing."

Banda laughed upon hearing this, saying, "People with his ability and ambition are few and far between. Besides, you don't want Yamabuki to remain in that lifeless atmosphere forever. In any case, it can't be worse than this year."

"I know."

Uesugi nodded.

If someone else had said this, he would have thought it was a dig at his lack of achievements as club president. But Uesugi believed that Banta meant no harm and was simply stating the facts.

In fact, that's what he thought too.

In Uesugi's mind, Vice-Commander Minami was a mediocre person with neither talent nor ambition. Sengoku, on the other hand, was a talented but unambitious person who was just coasting along.

Originally, he was indeed struggling with the headache of who would take over Yamabuki after he left.

The appearance of Shechuan showed him a third option.

Especially after fighting Shibukawa yesterday and experiencing his formidable strength and ambition, Uesugi felt more pleased than worried.

What Yamabuki lacked was precisely such a shrewd and capable leader. The only pity was that Uesugi Kenichi was a year older and would not have the opportunity to work with the Yamabuki leader to accomplish that long-cherished dream.

"teacher."

Thinking of this, Uesugi turned to look at Banta and said from the bottom of his heart, "I hope you can support Shibukawa's reform of the tennis club to the greatest extent possible."

Ok?

Banda looked at the other person with some surprise upon hearing this.

In his memory, Uesugi was a serious person. Although he wasn't exactly conservative, he was definitely not the kind of person who liked to take risks or be radical.

For Uesugi to say something like that shows how highly he regards Shibukawa.

"Don't worry, I support him too."

Banda said with a smile.

Although he doesn't appear on the tennis court much and seems to have little presence as a coach, he actually enjoys very high prestige within the tennis club.

If he does not approve of Shibukawa's plan, the resistance within the Yamabuki community will definitely be significant.

Uesugi stayed because he wanted to avoid this situation as much as possible. After learning Banta's true feelings, he said goodbye and left.

"This kid actually thinks I'm some kind of senile old fool who doesn't understand things?"

After the other person left, Bantian shook his head helplessly. But then, as if he had thought of something, he slightly opened his narrowed eyes.

"I didn't expect that Shibukawa's rise to power would be so rapid. Looking at it this way, we really can't delay any longer with Akutsu."

Thinking of that troublesome problem child, Bantian's eyes flashed with a sharp light. If things didn't go smoothly next time, he wouldn't mind using his ultimate move.

And when you think about Akutsu joining, along with Shibukawa, Sengoku, and Mizuki from Data Tennis, as well as the current top doubles team in Tokyo, the Potato Warriors (Minami & Higashi).

In the foreseeable future, the lineup that Yamabuki can field is more than enough to compete in the national tournament.

...

The following day, Wednesday.

The transfer of Mizuki and Yuta to another school did not cause much change, and the Yamabuki group continued their training as usual.

But soon, Shibukawa and Mizuki arrived at the tennis club.

Everyone noticed that the latter was holding a notebook about two fingers thick. His expression was calm and normal, but those whose eyes were on him subconsciously tensed up.

They suddenly realized that Mizuki was a master of data tennis. Such a formal appearance suggested the situation was probably not so simple.

Sure enough, Shibukawa's subsequent words confirmed their suspicions.

"The next two days will be used for preliminary training."

Standing at the front of the crowd, Shibukawa said, "The purpose of this training is to test the potential of all of you. This includes physical fitness, speed, strength, technique, and willpower. Finally, based on your data, you will be grouped regardless of age."

A diagnostic test?

Grouping regardless of age?

Everyone perked up upon hearing this.

The first-year students, in particular, were all beaming with excitement. They were fed up with picking up balls and sweeping the floor every day, doing the dirtiest and most tiring work, yet they still struggled to even get a chance to play.

Before this, although they harbored many grievances, a single sentence from the second and third graders silenced them. Because those same people had gone through the same ordeal.

Although many people might say, 'Is it right just because it's always been this way?', they are constrained by the unspoken rules, and this is generally the case in other schools as well. There is no one to lead them in a fight back, so even if the first-year students feel resentful, they can only silently accept it.

But now, the situation has changed.

If they perform well enough, they can get a better group and won't have to worry about their current troubles.

However, the older students, or more accurately, the second-year students, all looked rather unwell.

The third-year students are fine; they're graduating soon anyway, and after this semester, probably not many will come to the tennis club anymore. This grouping doesn't affect them much.

Second grade is different.

They are the kind of people who have finally become mothers-in-law after years of hardship and struggle. They have finally gotten through the most difficult and painful time, but now they have to go back to the days of picking up balls.

"Quiet."

Seeing the crowd becoming somewhat noisy and chaotic, Shibukawa immediately raised his hand to stop them. He said in a deep voice, "Although the groups are ranked according to strength, even the lowest-ranked group will receive the most scientific training arrangement based on your situation."

In short.

"As long as you practice hard enough, you'll get stronger sooner or later, and it's not impossible for you to become a regular player!"

The crowd immediately fell silent.

If someone else had said this, it would have sounded a bit like empty platitudes. But when Shibukawa said it, no one in the audience doubted him, because that's exactly how he gradually grew stronger, became a regular player, and now sits in the position of captain of the Yamabuki team.

It can be said that the existence of the other party is the most real and effective example.

Moreover, Shibukawa's words were quite appealing to them. After all, no one who joins the tennis club wants to just coast along; most of them love tennis and want to make a name for themselves.

Even if they don't end up becoming regulars, as long as they develop some real skills, they can still show off outside of school.

Just imagining themselves showing off in front of their friends and buddies outside of school makes them secretly thrilled.

"Take a 10-minute break, then we'll begin the first item: the speed test."

Seeing everyone's reaction, Shibukawa seized the opportunity to announce the test program. His preliminary test was not complicated; it was basically based on the five-dimensional data used by the U17 team.

Although in the original work, the five dimensions of a player's strength are not necessarily determined by their numerical values, it is still the most direct way to demonstrate a player's strength.

Also.

Although Shibukawa could easily see everyone's five-dimensional data and potential value after becoming a minister, this was ultimately a cheat code, a secret unique to him alone.

He wanted to reform Yamabuki from within; simply cultivating his own power and mystique was meaningless. What was more important was to make everyone feel involved.

Allowing everyone to express themselves as much as possible not only unleashes their potential but also makes Shechuan appear more authoritative when formulating subsequent training plans.

As for why Shechuan did this, it's actually quite simple.

Now that he has become the captain of Yamabuki, he can't just think like Sengoku, who simply wants to lead the team into the national tournament or win it.

As the minister, standing at a higher level, he was concerned with whether Yamabuki could maintain its current level of performance after his departure.

Defending the title is a bit of a stretch, but maintaining a consistent level of performance in the national tournament is not wishful thinking.

To achieve this, the most important thing is to establish a sufficiently fair and effective talent selection rule.

The most important point is... you can become stronger as long as you work hard! You will reap what you sow!