Manabu SAKUMA

Manabu Sakuma is a high school student who is a member of the ping pong club. He is a very talented player, and he is determined to win the national championship. However, he is also a very shy and introverted person, and he has difficulty communicating with others. This makes it difficult for him to connect with his teammates, and it also makes it difficult for him to play his best when he is under pressure. One day, Manabu meets a new student named Ryuichi Kazama. Kazama is a very outgoing and confident person, and he is immediately drawn to Manabu's talent. He encourages Manabu to come out of his shell, and he helps him to become a better player. With Kazama's help, Manabu starts to learn how to communicate with others, and he also starts to learn how to play his best under pressure. Manabu and Kazama become close friends, and they work together to help each other improve their ping pong skills. They eventually make it to the national championship, where they face off against each other in the final round. In a thrilling match, Manabu is able to defeat Kazama and win the championship. Manabu's victory is a testament to his hard work