After showering, Nishinoya styled his hair effortlessly, making him appear taller than usual. He looked perfect with his hair down.
Nishinoya’s Admiration for Hinata
Nishinoya often compliments Hinata after an impressive reception from him, sometimes calling him his “senpai.” It is no secret that Nishinoya deeply admires Hinata, and this admiration is one of the main reasons he instructs Hinata on how to play the libero position.
Nishinoya’s Consideration for Teammates
Nishinoya may appear aggressive on the court, yet he always shows consideration and understanding for his teammates’ feelings and insecurities. His frequent compliments of performance show how nice of an individual he can be off the court. He is always eager to assist his teammates in developing their skills further.
Nishinoya’s Assistance to Kinoshita
Nishinoya frequently assists Kinoshita with his jump float serves and overhand receives during practice. He holds Kinoshita in high regard and does not hesitate to express this sentiment when impressed by his performance.
Admiration for Libero Morisuke Yaku
Nishinoya has always admired third-year libero Morisuke Yaku, often complimenting him during matches. He even tells Yaku that they could beat their opponents in a game, which makes Yaku blush and feel humbled by such compliments.
Trusted and Admired by Asahi
Although they often disagree on the court, Nishinoya remains one of the only people that Asahi trusts and admires. However, his overly enthusiastic praise can sometimes set Asahi off and discourage him, prompting him to keep his insecurities hidden from his teammates.
Nishinoya’s Journey to Overcome Fear
Nishinoya often had difficulty trusting his abilities on the court, particularly when executing overhand receives. After speaking to his grandfather, he learned it is essential to seek and ask for help.
Impressive Skills Displayed by Nishinoya
Nishinoya shows his talent when blocking spikes and serves by spinning them in the air and hitting them forcefully. This ability has earned him recognition as one of Karasuno’s top liberos.
Respect for Kiyoko Shimizu
Nishinoya holds great regard for Kiyoko Shimizu, the female manager of Karasuno. He acts as her bodyguard with Tanaka and Yamamoto to prevent boys from approaching her.
Nishinoya’s Journey from Fearful to Confident
Nishinoya may present himself as unwavering and invincible during matches, but he was extremely fearful and anxious when he was younger. He credits his grandfather with helping him overcome his fears by teaching him that every fear is simply a wasted experience.
Nishinoya’s Intensity in Practice
Nishinoya tries to show everyone that he’s not afraid by reaching out for help and trying new things, despite knowing it may fail. This explains his tendency for loud and rough practices.
Curiosity about Nishinoya’s Background
During a training session, Hinata and Tanaka were startled by Nishinoya’s noise and roughness. They inquired about his junior high of origin, with Nishinoya proudly answering Chidoriyama as his choice. Kageyama then noted that the school is one of Chidoriyama’s powerhouse schools before questioning why Karasuno was his preferred option.
Setback and Determination
Nishinoya finds himself in difficulty during another match when Atsumu hits him with float serves, forcing him to try a handstand that fails miserably and leaves him immobilized on his face. However, he later apologizes to Yaku for his behavior by explaining his desire to become Japan’s top libero.
