A/N: Hi!!! I'm back!! =D First of all I'm super sorry for the massive long wait. Exams+ moving + writers block = no updates... But I'm cured!! *party!!* So updates here I come. Here's the next installment... long awaited... sorry... anyway I've tried to keep everyone in character and focus on everyone... but I have my favourites and that kinda comes out in my writing so I'll try and make it focus on everyone a bit more. Thanks to all who've reviewed... ILY!!! So please R&R as it means a lot!! =D

Disclaimer: Same as previous...

"PLAY BALL!"

The teams lined up on court and prepared for the onslaught. Noah went to sit out when Chris sent him on court.

"Everyone has to participate in at least one game." He said with a giant smirk. "So get your butt on court Book Worm!"

Noah groaned and placed down his book, before slouching on court, taking Lindsay's place. The blonde then skipped off towards the bleachers and started up a conversation with Cody, who was also sitting off. On the opposite side Tyler and Geoff were the spectators. The rest of the students were standing on court, aching with anticipation of the game ahead. When the whistle finally sounded chaos reigned.

Neither team had made a stratergy for this round as all planning time had been wasted criticising Chris and his over extravagant persona, so balls were flying every which way. The shrill whistle sounded as Katie and Sadie were both hit from the same ball sending them both off court. Then Beth got out after Eva sent a ball pelting in her direction, that the wannabe had been unable to avoid. Another ball courtesy of Eva came flying towards the other team, this time heading for Gwen. The goth was in more luck as Owen reached out and caught the ball sending the fuming teen off court and allowing Beth back in.

Beth's luck ran out once again as she was hit by another ball, this time from DJ. All the football practise was proving to be an advantage in the brutal game that was unfolding. Ezekiel followed DJ's lead and threw a fast spinning ball, managing to get Izzy out while she was cackling madly after sending out Bridgette. As the psycho walked off a ball flew past her head and connected with Heather's face sending the Queen Bee following in her footsteps. As she stalked off holding her stinging right cheek, LeShawna and Gwen cheered for Courtney on having made the impressive shot. The CIT laughed, turning out to be her downfall as a well aimed ball from Justin sent her reeling back, clutching her stomach. After watching another member of his team be sent off, and this time needing assistance, Duncan saw red and took maters into his own hands. He grabbed a ball from Harold and threw it at the unsuspecting Justin, sending the model off.

The next few minutes were carnage for both sides. Members were on and off of the court in the blink of an eye. As the minutes wore on the damage became evident. Everyone was worn down until there were three on each team.

Team One were standing strong with Owen, Gwen and Heather. Team Two consisted of Duncan, DJ and Courtney, the latter of which had recovered from the stomach hit issued earlier. Now it was really on, and if the game was vicious before, it was ten times worse now, with both teams preparing to play dirty in order to win.

Chris blew the whistle and the games final minutes began. Instantly Heather sent a ball pelting towards the still bruised Courtney, the CIT managed to duck leaving the Queen Bee scowling. In her irritation she was oblivious to the ball flying towards her from Duncan, and was soon stalking off the court having gotten out. DJ then managed to get Gwen out as she was laughing at Heather's misfortune. The loss of both his remaining teammates sent Owen into a rage he picked up two balls and sent them both flying towards the other team. DJ was knocked down, and Duncan distracted by DJ's fall didn't notice the ball coming towards him until he felt a soft body fall on his.

There was a large gasp from everyone, including Owen.

Duncan looked to see Courtney laying partially on top of him, once again clutching her stromach. Duncan was about to comment when he noticed the ball mere inches away from her.

"Oh my God..." Chris blurted through the megaphone. "She took his hit!"

Courtney stirred and began to sit up. She noticed everyone staring and turned to look at Duncan. He too was staring with his mouth agape.

"What?" Courtney questioned.

"Why'd you take the hit?"

"Because I know you can get him out." She said shrugging with a small smile, before doubling over in pain, whimpering slightly.

Duncan smirked and picked her up, walking towards the bleachers while whispering in her ear. "Ok Princess, I'll let you run that line. But everyone knows you really did it because you dig me." He grinned waggling his eyebrows.

Courtney glared as he put her down on the seat next to Bridgette. "Ugh! In your dreams Ogre."

He chuckled. "You know it."

Courtney growled as Duncan walked on court. "You are so lucky I can't walk at the moment or you would be in so much pain."

Duncan grinned, his piercings glinting in the light. "I look forward to it sweetheart!"

He then turned to stare down Owen, the giant 'ball' of fun returning the gesture. They both grabbed a ball and waited for the whistle. When it sounded both guys released their balls at the same time. Duncan dropped to the floor while Owen jumped to the left. Both balls flew past their targets and landed harmlessly on the floor. While Duncan was jumping up, Owen grabbed the ball and pelted it toward the mohawked teen. Everyone sat with baited breath as the ball collided with his chest.

Owen was about to let out a victory cry when Duncan stood, the ball clutched in his hands.

Team Two erupted into cheers, while the other team slumped low in the bleachers. DJ and Geoff hoisted Duncan to their shoulders as the rest of the teammates surrounded them. Chris looked on at the display. Harold, Ezekiel and Tyler were whooping in joy as DJ and Geoff cheered loudly, still supporting Duncan on their shoulders. Katie and Sadie were squealing loudly and even Eva was smiling at the eventful win. Bridgette was jumping up and down on the spot and even Courtney had gotten up, and while still being careful due to her bruised stomach, was dancing in joy, a massive smile threatening to split her face as Duncan smirked down at her.

Chris' attention was then drawn to the other team. Most were slumped down, defeat evident in their posture. Owen was still wailing on the court, while Izzy was trying to calm him down. Heather was scolwing, glaring at the other team, though lingering on Duncan and Courtney. Gwen and LeShawna looked slightly down, but laughed once seeing Heather's expression. Noah was the only one who seemed unaffected by the results. He had once again returned to his book, and was now oblivious to the commotion around him.

Chris smirked and blew the whistle getting everyones attention.

"Great work Team Two." He grinned as Duncan was lowered back to his feet. "Duncan man, nice catch!" Duncan grinned back, before Chris addressed the other team. "Team One... What can I say? Disappointing." Heather scoffed, while Izzy growled slightly.

He chuckled and turned to both teams. "But all in all... That was AWESOME! Great dodging. And what about Courtney?" He chuckled at her. "Taking that hit for Duncan... what was that about?"

"It was for the good of the team."

Chris grinned sadistically. "Sure it was."

Courtney turned bright red, but Chris had already moved on. "Great work guys. Now as the winners Team Two, you get to choose your team name..."

He was interrupted by the cheers of the team and the suggestions shouted out.

"The Indestructables!"

"The Killers!"

"We can't have the Killers it's a band..."

"Oh my gosh... The Cuties!"

"Eeii yes!"

"No way! I refuse to be in a team with the word 'cute' in it..."

"Peaceful Warriors!"

"That's a walking contradiction."

"The Awesomes!"

"The Fighting Mongooses!"

Everyone turned and looked at Harold.

"What? It's a cool name... Gosh!"

Before another suggestion could be shouted out the whistle sounded again. Everyone turned and looked at Chris once again.

"I did say you could choose... but I have two names already, you just have to choose." He grinned evilly as everyone groaned.

"Well spit them out Chris." Eva growled.

Chirs smirked before announcing the names. "You have a choice of... The Screaming Gophers... or... The Killer Bass!"

Everyone groaned and began vocalising their opinions on the choice for team names.

"Gross."

"Talk about lame..."

"Are you sure we can't choose?"

"Man this bites."

"Gophers? Bass? This isn't Scouts Chris."

The whistle blew again and he glared. "Pick a name."

Team Two went into a huddle and began discussing the best name for the team.

"Wow... these names suck!"

Courtney groaned. "We know, but we have no choice. We need to pick one."

Bridgette sighed. "Court's right. Let's just pick one."

"But... like how will we choose?" Sadie questioned as Katie piped up beside her. "She's right. We need like a poll!"

"The twin ditz are right." Eva grunted. "We need a vote."

"How bout a show of hands dudes?"

"Geoff's got a good idea. All for the Screaming Gophers?" DJ questioned. Harold, Katie, Sadie and Bridgette raised their hands.

"What? It's less violent." Bridgette said when she saw Courtney's confused look, receiving an understanding nod in return.

"All for the Killer Bass?" The remaining members raised their hands.

DJ finished counting turned to Chris and smiled. "Looks like we're the Killer Bass."

"Awesome! So that means Team One is the Screaming Gophers!" The other team rolled their eyes at Chris' enthusiasm. Just at that moment the bell sounded signalling the end of school. Everyone turned to go before Chris called for their attention. "So we now have team names. Everyone knows their team and everyone knows our homeroom. So everyone on time tomorrow then?" He waited for a unanimous nod of the head before continuing. "Great! See you tomorrow dudes."

Everyone turned and made their way back to the change rooms. Once everyone was changed they joined the rush leaving the school. Katie and Sadie ran off, trying to reach the bus before they left, with Noah, Harold, Owen and Izzy following at a more sedate rate, which was surprising, especially for Izzy. Eva stalked off down a side door towards the East exit, as did Cody, Beth and LeShawna. Gwen and Trent made their way through the main doors, turning in opposite directions when they reached the road. Lindsay and Heather also left through the main doors, but instead of walking, they hopped into Heather's expensive silver convertible. Ezekiel left through the West exit, not noticing that Justin was also leaving the same way, however he got into his new car, while Ezekiel hopped into his dads old truck and slowly chugged down the road.

Courtney and Bridgette took a longer time changing, as both walked home and there was no rush to get to the buses before they departed. They walked slowly, and stopped by their lockers to pick up books and made their way to the exit. As they were walking across the grounds they heard a sharp whistle and turned towards the sound. The football team was training, and the coach was being awfully loud about it.

Bridgette turned to Courtney. "Wanna stay for a while?"

"Umm... why?"

The surfer laughed at the confused face of her friend. "To watch them train." The CIT was about to leave but Bridgette stopped her. "Hear me out. We just finished our first day of school. You really don't need to study for hours tonight, and you have no groups or clubs on today so just relax for a while."

Courtney bit her bottom lip nervously and looked at the group.

They seemed awfully busy and probably wouldn't notice that we're here. I suppose I can stay for a while...

"Ok..." Bridgette cheered as Courtney continued. "But only for a little while."

"Sure, sure... Let's sit over here."

The two sat down in a shaded area and watched as the boys trained, little did they know that they too were being watched.