17 | Haikyuu!! Second Season Episode

: The episode concludes with Karasuno leading 18-14 in the final set, with the team desperately trying to maintain their momentum without their captain.

: While Karasuno wins the set, Yamaguchi is devastated by his own cowardice. He realizes that by playing it safe, he isn't contributing his unique "weapon" to the team. Haikyuu!! Second Season Episode 17

The episode also centers on , who is subbed in as a pinch server for Tsukishima. : The episode concludes with Karasuno leading 18-14

Detailed episode recaps and character analysis can be found on the Haikyuu!! Wiki or through community discussions on Reddit . The episode also centers on , who is

Following Captain serious collision with Tanaka in the previous episode, Daichi is forced to leave for the infirmary to be checked for a concussion. This leaves a massive hole in Karasuno's defense and leadership, which Ennoshita is tasked to fill.

: Haunted by his past failure, Yamaguchi avoids using his practiced jump float serve and instead opts for a standard standing serve just to get the ball over the net.