Michiko wasn't the only one that took note of Rikyu's lack of speed and strength, Kimura did as well. Just like in the suicide drill, Rikyu was beat when it came to anything physical. The 'Shadow' was said to be a strategic and technical player. Since his primary focus was passing, he lacked in the other aspects of basketball. That could be an issue when it came to a game situation, especially facing one-on-one defenses. But for now, Kimura wouldn't worry too much about it. He wanted to see a game scenario first before judging a player's skill in the sport. 

"Alright Rikyu, rest for thirty seconds, then proceed to do another round. I'll be right back, have to speak to the coach" and with that, Kimura ran towards Michiko, interrupting her note taking session. 

"Michiko can I speak to you in private?" he asked, already assuming she would follow him and exit the gym by his side. 

"As you know, tomorrow we have the street back tournament. There aren't substitutions in these types of games unless a player is severely injured. We've got six players, but only five will be playing tomorrow. I know Izumi will not be able to participate during the regular season, but I don't want you to exclude her from any outside activity such as the tournament. She is, as discussed, as much of a member of the team as the next person. So tomorrow, as coach, [i]you[/i] will have to make an executive decision on what five players will participate in the game tomorrow. Though i'm the captain, I am still a student here and want you to treat me as you do the others. I don't want special treatment just because of my status got that? Good. So tomorrow announce who will be participating. You don't have to tell us the reason, we trust you and your decision making. In addition to that, I want you to get more involved in your coaching. I know you're new to this and all, but i'm going to need you to step up to the plate. I won't be able to keep tabs on everyone at all times, so I need you to help me as much as possible. Having those drills written down was wonderful, so keep that up. Now all you have to do is tell us about it, don't let me read them off your paper." 

Kimura then patted her shoulder gently and smiled. "I'm glad you signed up to be our coach, I don't know where I would be without one." 

With those final words, Kimura sprinted back to his station and repeated the cone drill two more times.