The top of the fourth inning is finally over, and for the players of Narashino, the result is absolutely the one they least wanted to see.
On the scoreboard above the outfield, behind the big words "Waseda Real," at the position for the top of the fourth inning, a large "3" is lit up.
After three sluggish innings, Waseda Jitsugyo's strategy paid off big this round, first unexpectedly scoring 2 points with a squeeze play and double steal tactic; then steadily advancing with sacrifice hits, sending Hagiyama Mitsuo back home from second base.
The 3:0 score is enough for them to relax a bit and face the upcoming games with a relatively calm attitude;
Now, the ball is in the Narashino players' court—if they can't respond quickly with equally vigorous attacks, the longer the game is dragged on, the more disadvantageous it will be for them.
