Author's Note: Here's chapter 26! Thanks for the reviews from last chapter! Now, here's the chapter!

Chapter 26: Blitzball Championship

Today was probably going to be one of the best days of Sora's life. He's been hyper all morning! Today was the Destiny Islands High Blitzball Championship game! Our school lost last year by only one point, but I know that our school will win this time. Sora, Riku, and Roxas have gotten better at Blitzball now since last year's loss. But, unfortunately, we have a whole school day to go through before the game.

" Dammit! When's this day gonna end?" Sora whined as we sat through Trigonometry class. He was literally hitting his paper with his pencil.

" Patience." I whispered. " The day will be over and then you can go play."

" But I want to play now." Roxas whined too.

" Oh, stop being such a 'drama king'!" Namine scolded Roxas.

" We can't help it!" Riku looked like he was about to explode. " I have to play Blitzball!!!" Riku accidentally stood up form his seat and yelled that out loud.

" Mr. Hikaru, do you have something you'd like to share with the class?" our math teacher asked Riku.

" N-No, sir, sorry."

" Control yourself!" Selphie said as she hit him on the arm.

" Well, at least in Gym they'll open up the Blitzball field so we could practice." Sora closed his eyes and sighed while he put his arms behind his head.

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30 Minutes Later

" WHAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YOU'RE CLOSING DOWN THE STADIUM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" Sora yelled at the top of his lungs.

" Sorry, it's closed for technical difficulties until further notice. If this continues on, the game will be cancelled." The coach said.

" BUT I HAVE TO GET IN THERE!!!!!!!!!!!" Riku went crazy as in he was about to rip out his hair.

" Sorry! You can't get in! All right, everyone! It's Free Day! Remember, get along with the younger students and be sure you're doing something!" The coach then dismissed us.

Sora, Riku, and Roxas looked really bummed out. They practiced all winter and spring for this. Speaking of 'all spring' the prom is next week. Roxas already asked out Namine a few days ago. Anyway, I don't really need to worry about the prom yet. I still have a week. Today was kind of boring actually because there was nothing to do. I just ended up kicking a soccer ball back and forth with Sora.

" It's gonna be a total bummer if your game gets cancelled." I said in a low voice as I kicked the ball to Sora.

" Sorry, Kai, I don't want to talk about it. In fact, I may not even come to the game." Sora said in a low voice as he kicked the ball back at me.

" WHAT!" I yelled as I got hit in the head.

" Kai, you all right." Sora came and helped me up.

" Yeah, but, you're not coming to the game?"

" Maybe not. Why? Well, the reason is because; I've never had any support in the championship games before. The cheerleaders don't count because I practically know them."

" But, I'll be there to support you." I placed a hand on his shoulder.

" I know. I mean, I know you'll be there, but you see, it's my dad. I just wish my dad could be there at least to cheer me on today. This is my last chance to win. If I lose this game, it's over." Sora sighed. I know how he feels to not have any support. " Well, I'm not going to worry about that now." I nodded in agreement.

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Many hours later

School was finally out and that meant the game was tonight at 7pm. That gave me enough time to go home and get ready. I went home, relaxed for a couple of hours and changed into my suit and put clothes over it because there was a party at the coach's house right after the game at 8:30 'til 10:30pm. The coach also said that the players could invite some friends to go. Of course, Sora invited me and surprisingly, Selphie since Roxas already asked Namine to go with him. But, something gave me a bad feeling that Sora wasn't going to be at the game. I decided to stop by Sora's before I headed over to the school.

" Kairi?" Sora's stepmom answered the door.

" Is Sora's dad here? I need to talk to him." I explained. Her eyes widened for some reason.

" Um, no, he's still at work over at the Destiny Islands Hospital."

Within that last word, I was off. I got on my bike and pedaled full speed towards the hospital. I was going to make sure Sora was at that game. I finally came to the hospital, jumped off of my bike, and bursted through the doors. There, I saw Sora's dad talking with some patient.

" Dr. Nomura! I need to talk to you! Now!" I nearly out of breath by the time I reached him.

" Oh my gosh." Dr. Nomura's eyes widened. " Don't tell me Sora got you pregnant."

" N-No, he didn't, but I need to talk to you about Sora and his Blitzball game tonight. He really wants you to be there, watching him." I sat next to Dr. Nomura.

" Look, I know what you're trying to do for him, but I can't, I am way too busy."

" Listen! Do you know what you're saying! Sora is 18 and this is the last time you can watch him play Blitzball! In June, he's off to college! Then, you're going to feel regretted for not taking time off to spend with your oldest son. Please, Sora needs your support."

And with that, I left on my bike and rode towards the school hoping that Sora's dad listened to what I was saying. I went over to the stadium and sat with Namine and Selphie.

" Hey, I tried to call you at your house, but I couldn't reach you, where were you?" Selphie asked.

" Oh, I had to go to the hospital for a very good reason." After I said that, Namine and Selphie's eyes widened. " And no, Sora did NOT get me pregnant."

" Oh." They both muttered.

" I'm gonna go see Sora for a minute. Be right back." I got out of my seat and ran to where Sora was getting ready for the game. " How're you feeling?" I asked as I kneeled next to him as he stretched out his legs.

" Nervous."

" Well, just remember, you're KING of Blitzball." I playfully punched him in the arm.

" Hey, easy there, I have to use that arm in the game." Sora laughed as he rubbed his arm.

" All right! Destiny Island Bears, it is time for the Destiny Islands High Blitzball Championship Game!" The announcer announced.

" Oh, I have to go now!" Sora quickly got up.

" Good luck!" I gave Sora quick peck on the lips before going back up to my seat.

" Okay! Tonight is the night to see if WE can finally take home the championship!" The announcer announced again. " Allow us to introduce the visitors, The Key West Wolves!" Key West players came out into the stadium and went into the water. " And finally our home team, which has the hottest guys on it, The Destiny Island Bears!" we all cheered as our team came out and into the water.

" WE LOVE YOU SORA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" The cheerleaders screamed at the top of their lungs. I just wanted to kill them because they acted so sissy. (A/N: I HATE it when girls act so sissy. No offense to any sissy girls reading this.)

Sora's POV

The game then finally began. I went up to the center of the stadium where I ended up face-to-face with the captain of the other team. We shook hands and they then tossed the ball up high in the stadium. I caught the ball as it came down and began to swim at full speed towards the goal. I attempted to pass it to Riku, but was tackled by one of the other team's players. The ball went out of my hand and into the hands of the other team.

" Uh-oh! A major tackle on Sora, the team captain! That one must've hurt!"

I got out of the player's grip and swam over to where the guy with the ball was. He was swimming towards our goalkeeper. I swam right in front of him and attempted to tackle him. He then passed the ball to one of his teammates.

" Riku!" I yelled.

Riku then got in front of the player and caught the ball. He then passed the ball to Tidus and Tidus dribbled over to the goal. He kicked the ball to score, but we didn't score. The other team's goalkeeper caught the ball and threw it to the captain. He then began to dribble and then pass the ball to one of his teammates. The guy with the ball was swimming full speed to our goal and ended up avoiding Wakka and Lenny as they attempted to tackle him. As he got close to the goal, he did a powerful kick towards Botta, our goalkeeper, and scored. I gritted my teeth at the sight of that. They tossed up the ball again and this time, the other team captain caught it. That part of the game began.

23 minutes later

I swam full speed towards the other team's goal, but as I did, a different guy tackled me by the leg causing me to lose the ball. The bell then went off for half time. The score so far 12 to 15 with us losing by three points. We had to get our asses moving if we were going to win. Easier said than done, my leg was in so much pain, I couldn't move it. The coach suggested that I sit out for the rest of the game, but I couldn't let the team down.

" Okay, team. You guys are awesome, but if we keep trying our best, we can actually, finally win this! Okay, get your water and fluids in and then back in the stadium." I sighed as I grabbed my water bottle and drank some.

The second half of the game began. I was so freakin' tired, which is kind of unusual because I never get tired until the last five minutes of the second half. They tossed the ball and let the game begin.

25 Minutes later

It was the last five minutes of the game. The score was tied this time, 29 to 29. I had a feeling the next team that scores if going to win. I watched as everyone frantically swam around trying to get the ball form the other team. I swam to go and help, but my leg hurt so much, I couldn't even move. I just floated there breathing heavily through this tiny air tube thing the coaches give us before every single game or practice.

" Uh oh! Things mare not looking too good for Sora. He looks injured, but also looks like he doesn't want to quit.

" COME ON, SORA!"

I heard someone cheer for me. It wasn't Kairi, or any of my teammates, or my coach, it was…my dad!" I looked up wearily and saw my dad cheering me on in the audience. I grinned and forgot all about my hurt leg and got my head in the game! (A/N: "Get'cha head in the game!" I love that song from High School Musical!) I swam as fast I could to the guy that had the ball.

" Whoa! Looks like Sora's got his head in the game!"

I swam at full speed and tackled the guy causing him to drop the ball and Roxas grabbed it. I swam next to Roxas towards the goal. There was one minute left in the game and we were almost to the goal! I signaled Roxas to pass me the ball and he did. He passed and I caught it. There was 30 second left. I had a feeling this goalkeeper wasn't going to let this ball through him. I decided to go with my victorious move. The Sphere Shot! I swam away form the goal and threw the ball above me. I did a backflip and kicked the ball at full speed towards the goal and…WE SCORED! Everyone cheered as the time ran out. We won the game with a score of 30 to 29. All of us players swam out of the stadium and the championship was presented to the coach. The entire team lifted me up as I held up the championship.

" Sora!" I looked over and saw Kairi running towards me. She jumped into my arms as I gave the championship to Riku. " You finally did it! I'm so happy for you!" I then leaned in and kissed Kairi.

" Um, Sora." I broke the kiss and looked at my dad.

" Hold on a sec." I excused myself from Kairi. I walked over to my dad.

" Sora, I know you have kept on telling me since you were little that you were a great Blitzball player. And I know I've ignored you, but I have never seen any High School student play Blitzball like pro like you did out there today. I'm very proud of you." My dad grinned.

" Thanks, dad." My dad then pulled me into a hug. " So, how'd you know about my game?"

" Well, let's just say that you are very lucky to have such a special girl in your life." My dad put a hand on my shoulder.

" Yep, she really is something, isn't she?" I blushed as I looked over at Kairi.

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After party

The six of us finally went to the after party after all of the commotion at the school. It was just one of those simple pool parties and a huge cake for the team. It read: "Congratulations Destiny Island Bears!" It was actually a lot of fun at the party. We did a game that was Blitzball in the pool, but "Safe Blitzball" because some of the players brought their friends and girlfriends along to the party. I watched as Kairi went into the coach's front yard and decided to follow her.

Kairi's POV

I just decided to go into the front yard for some quiet time. Besides, I needed a break form all of the partying men. I heard the gate open behind me and knew it was Sora because Sora always follows me whenever I wonder off alone.

" I know you're there. I have eyes in the back of my head." I joked around.

" Very funny." Sora came on the front porch and joined me. " So, how'd you like the game?" He asked as he sat on the fence facing outward.

" It was good. It looked like one of those games where the players stick to their goals, which is winning the game, right?" I replied.

" Yeah. You know, as a Blitzball player, I have another goal besides winning the game." Sora said as he reached over to a flower bush and grabbed a white flower. " My goal, is to take you to the prom next week. Will you help me accomplish that goal?" Sora asked as he gave me the flower.

" Of course!" I cheered as wrapped my arms around Sora. I then leaned in to kiss him, but instead of catching his lips, I caught air, because Sora had accidentally fallen back off the fence! " Sora! Are you okay?"

" Ow, ow, ow, ow. Yeah, but ow! I think ow! I landed ow! In a ow! Rosebush." Sora turned around and had all of these thorns stuck in his back.

" Ooh, maybe sitting on that fence wasn't such a god idea." I began to take them out of his back.

" OW!!!! THAT HURTS! BE MORE CAREFUL!" Sora sounded like he was in major pain.

" Well, anyway, sure. I'd love to go to the prom with you." I grinned and nodded as I began to pick the thorns out of Sora's back.

Author's Note: Okay! Next chapter is the prom! So, review if you want them to go to the prom!