A Come From Behind Story
An all-around good sports story about a losing team who gets a boost from their coach with a scandalous past. The actors did a nice job with their roles. The characters are all likable, except the antagonists who were devilish in their deceit. The only downside was in the story's predictability. It's a typical come from behind sports story. There are a million of these out there. But it was still enjoyable. There are funny moments that carry the story. The seven-man rugby team were cute together and I wonder how many of their funny antics were scripted versus improvised.Was this review helpful to you?
Fun to Watch, But Not That Good
To be honest, the last minute of episode 1 determined whether it was worth continuing to watch or not. It made me feel like I had to watch until the end — it was so good, funny, and full of chaotic situations, which I really liked.Episode 3, however, almost made me drop it because I didn’t like the part where he finds a new player. That scene felt boring and too dramatic. The conversation between Jugaram and the headmaster about the past, with just a short flashback, also felt like a boring dialogue scene.
Yoon Seong-jun and Seo U-jin’s mom felt like useless characters. Jeon Nag-gyun (the shooting coach), the deputy headmaster, and the office of education were all really annoying characters. Kang Tae-pun also felt unnecessary for the rugby team since he didn’t come back and was just forgotten.
The romance between Ju Garam and Bae I-ji was a bit too much, which made it feel boring. I don’t know why it seemed like the show focused more on the shooting players than on the rugby team’s training or matches.
I also don’t understand why the headmaster felt like such a coward. He wasn’t strict or brave enough to reprimand the deputy headmaster or the shooting coach for being rude to the rugby team.
The drama feels way too predictable. For example, Bae Heung-nam wasn’t as rude as expected and ended up taking Jugaram’s side, and each rugby team member had their own problem, got angry because of it, and then just apologized afterward.
I don’t like how the rugby team wasn’t highlighted enough, which made the funny scenes less frequent. Personally, I really enjoyed the comedy, but I didn’t like the epilogues at the end of every episode.
In the end, I don’t know why the deputy headmaster and Jeon Nag-gyun never showed a sincere, official apology — that scene felt like nothing.
For me, it’s a good drama because it’s fun and emotional, but overall it’s not that great. Not bad for a school drama, though.
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A Winning Formula
Every now and again you get these feel-good underdog stories that are executed so well. After watching, you sit there for a moment satisfied like you just finished eating your favourite meal. Inspired to take on tomorrow's challenge.Your stomach is full and your heart is warm and content.
You don't need to know about the sport Rugby to enjoy this drama. The characters are relatable and the story imparts life lessons, while cliche never get old and stay true throughout life.
It's Okay to Fail, Don't Give Up, Learn, Grow, Pick Yourself Up and Keep Moving Forward.
Better to have Tried and Failed than Never Tried at all.
So go ahead and give it a Try!
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"Tackles, Tears & Try-Hards: The Winning Try Scores Big!" ?✨
🎬 What makes “The Winning Try” a winning ride so farThe ultimate underdog sports story, built around rugby—a bold first for a K‑drama. Coach Joo Ga‑ram (Yoon Kye‑sang) steps in to save Hanyang High's perpetually losing (25‑loss season, anyone?) rugby team from getting disbanded
Perfectly cast lead chemistry: Yoon Kye‑sang’s quick‑witted, eccentric coach full of one‑liners and awkward charm meets Kim Yo‑han’s stern, perfectionist team captain who despises being coached by his disgraced hero—sparks fly in the best way
Second‑chance vibes for days: Joo Ga‑ram’s disgraced past—once MVP of Korean rugby now ruined by a doping scandal—fuels his redemption arc as he rebuilds not just the team, but his own purpose?
🎭 Highlights of premier emotions and standout moments
Episode 1 immediately hooks with high‑stakes drama, sports action, and emotional layers that make you care—about everyone. You’ll feel like you know them in an hour. Writer Im Jin‑ah’s story hits hard while keeping the levity
Coach vs. Faculty showdown: Joo Ga‑ram clashes with cunning school admin (enter Vice Principal Seong Jong‑man played by Kim Min‑sang), who’d rather alphabet‑ize budget cuts than value rugby sweat and dreams
Throwing a rugby pass into a pig-head cake during a serious school ritual? Iconic. It’s exactly the kind of off‑beat humor that says “don’t expect predictability”
💬 Why I’m totally hooked (so should you)
Coach Ga‑ram is a riot: Every scene he’s in is a lesson in deadpan delivery, expressive faces, and bizarre motivational tactics. Yoon Kye‑sang returns to SBS after 18 years—and he’s back with a bang
Team vibes! The ragtag rugby crew includes a wide ensemble of young actors who bring energy and authenticity. Their early training scenes hype the athletic intensity already
Heart over hype: No flashy celebrity match‑ups—just flawed humans, family drama, rivalry, and that steaming hot quest to win the National Sports Festival and save the team (and reputations)
Final thoughts: what to expect next
If Episode 1 is any indication, this show is serving up laughs, heart, and the thrill of second chances—all in a sweaty jersey. Expect training montages, intense school politics, clashing personalities, and heartfelt growth. Coach Ga‑ram is running head‑first into the beliefs, souls, and stubbornness of his students—and it’s a treat watching them finally learn to tackle life as a team.
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The Winning Try is a story that doesn’t just focus on the sport itself or the main leads and their past, present and future.. Instead it highlights the entire team and even several characters outside the team, that we grow interested in.. You don’t need to be a rugby fan or a sports enthusiast to understand or enjoy this story.. I have never watched rugby in my life, but the fact that I didn’t need to know even the basics of the sport to fully enjoy this drama makes it worth watching.. The drama follows the usual setup of a struggling team with little hope, until the arrival of a new coach who influences a transformation so remarkable it feels like a miracle.. Add in the petty politics and rivalries within the school itself and this makes for an interesting storyline that's brilliant to watch..Easily the best aspect of the drama was the authentic performances from the entire cast.. Yoon Kye Sang, Kim Yo Han and the rest of the cast.. Yoon Kye Sang in particular, gave one of his best performances.. After finishing the drama, it’s hard to imagine anyone else in that role..
There were a few obvious plot holes.. Though this one isn’t really a plot hole, more of me nitpicking about something I didn’t like or understand why it was included.. Seong Jun and Seo U Jin were clearly bound to end up together, with their feelings for each other made obvious halfway through the drama.. So why make Moon Ung [the new addition to the team] create unnecessary tension?? The love triangle or whatever that was felt completely out of place.. Most people might have missed it, but even in the last episode when SJ was about to confess his feelings and all his teammates were cheering him on, there was this one guy sulking in the background.. Was that really necessary?? Like I said it’s a minor element, but why add it at all?? What’s the point??
Anyway, moving on.. I loved how the drama didn’t glorify a single individual by giving them the hero mantle to carry the entire team.. Instead it kept the team as a whole at the heart of the story throughout.. It was about the team, not just one person.. I especially liked how they stuck together through the highs and lows.. Yes, this is a sports drama but more than that, it’s about the triumph of one man’s confidence in his team and their ability to silence the doubters and the haters, giving us a feel good conclusion.. Some might find the drama a bit draggy at times but sticking with it definitely pays off.. With a solid storyline and strong performances, The Winning Try is an engaging drama from start to finish.. Overall, a very good watch..
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Charming, funny but it could have beeen better
The Winning Try is my first sports kdrama and it's safe to say that my introduction to this genre started with a blast!From the very first episode, I was immediately hooked by the story and the characters. I love stories about rookies who want to prove their worth. Add funny moments, personal growth and strong bond and you've officially won me over. I rooted for the Hanyang rugby team from the moment I got introduced to the players and I was so excited to see their growth.
The direction of the series was very good, the games were very intense and the editing in the funnier scenes enhanced the comedic elements. The OST was perfect, very charming and hopeful and the intro song is stuck in my head. Kudos to the actors for singing it, when I learned that they were the ones who sang it I was ecstatic! They brought the right energy!
The acting in The Winning Try really elevated the story and the dynamics between the characters. All of them poured their hearts out forthese roles and it showed. Yoon Kye-Sang delivered an amazing performance as Ju Ga-Ram, I literally fell in love with the character shortly after his introduction and that didn't change throughout the series. He owned this role, it was as if it was written for him specifically. He portrayed many different emotions and conveyed Ju Ga-Ram's complexity in a way that made you understand him and feel sympathy for his character. He also had great chemistry with Im Se-Mi, who portrayed Bae I-ji, Ju Ga-Ram's former girlfriend.
I was very impressed by Kim Dan who portrayed Ung. For a rookie actor, he did a marvelous job. He was also given the task to portray a complex character and he gave his everything. The scene with Ung and his father before he went to Hanyang almost brought me to tears. Kim Dan was excellent playing the kind and kinda naive Ung but he did a terrific job in the dramatic scenes as well, showcasing more of his talent. It goes without saying that from now on, I'll keep track of his future projects.
Last but not least, Kim Yo-Han was another actor who caught my eye. He was great as Seong-Jun and as the episodes went on, he won me over more and more. He nailed Seong-Jun's awkward character and he never came across as too cringe. At the same time, he was a determined leader of the team who knew when he had to step up and guide his teammates. The scenes between Seong-Jun and his mother or Ju Ga-Ram where the ones where Yo-Han shined the brightest. He portrayed Seong-Jun's desperation and sadness very convincingly, it always broke my heart seeing him experiencing feelings of inferiority and self-doubt.
One of the best elements in the series and one that has been praised the most was the chemistry between the rugby team. Whether it was between Ju Ga-Ram and the boys or the boys only, you couldn't question how close they were. The chemistry on and off-screen was more than evident and I was always looking forward to their interactions. They were so funny and yet so heartfelt. Comedy blent with emotional impact and in the end, I couldn't help but feel so proud and nostalgic of how far they had come. I could have watched scenes between Ju Ga-Ram and the team for hours, he became the guardian they needed and he really turned into their shield by protecting them from other people's doubtful and belittling words.
As a sports kdrama, The Winning Try did a decent job in bringing light to the world of sports. It portrays both the beauty and the ugliness of it. We see how delighted the athletes were once they got good results but we also see the pressure that is put on them. Just Ga-Ram himself felt suffocated from that. Being the No1 rugby player in South Korea, he had a great weight on his shoulders and he couldn't stand not being able to play well or stop playing rugby altogether - which led him to questionable choices.
In contrast to JU Ga-Ram and I-Ji's gentle and supportive attitude towards their athletes, the shooting coach Nak-Gyeon worked as a reminder of how many incapable coaches are out there. Not only was he sexist towards I-Ji by belittling her and questioning her abilities both as a coach and athlete, but he played favouritism with U-Jin and Seol-Hyun. Out of all the villains in this series, he was by far the most despicable one. It's really sad to think that there are many people like him in the sports industry and my heart breaks just from thinking of all these athletes who break down under the false guidance of incompetent trainers.
The Winning Try gave great emphasis on the importance of a good relationship between a reliable coach and an athlete. From Ju Ga-Ram's relationship with the rugby team to I-Ji's bond with U-Jin, the series portrays howgood coaches should be with their athletes. The coach is the catalyst to an athlete's career. An athlete needs the right guidance in order to succeed. No matter how talented you are, unless you have the right coach, you cannot go far. Both Ju Ga-Ram and I-ji cared about their kids (for this is how they viewed them) so much and they were willing to go to great lengths in order to support them.
In addition to the pressure that comes with bringing good results, through Seong-Jun and U-Jin's mothers, we see another obstacle that halts an athlete's progress: the pressure some parents will put on their children. In Seong-Jun's case, his mother disapproves of him playing rugby because she believes he won't get far and urges him to sacrifice his career in order to support his star football player brother. As for U-Jin, she tries to live up to her mother's dream, who was a former shooting player and who was unable to go far in her shooting career. We have two sides of the same coin: two mothers who ruin the mentality of their children for different reasons. One who doesn't support her child's dream of becoming a rugby player and one who sees her own child as a trophy in which she can object her bitterness for her career. The fact that the athletes felt safer and more comfortable around their coaches says a lot and it was emotional seeing how much Just Ga-Ram and I-Ji cared for them and showered them with the love and support they had been deprived from.
So, as you can probably see, I have praised The Winning Try a lot. It was a refreshing kdrama, with many important messages and one that I mostly enjoyed.
But unfortunately, I must say that even though I had a good time for the most part, it failed to become a favourite of mine as I initially expected.
First of all, the major problem with the series was the amount of subplots. We had so many issues going on at once and the story became messy. The preparations for the Nationals, Ju Ga-Ram's illness, Ju Ga-Ram and I-Ji's loveline, the villains schemings against the rugby team, the drama with the shooting team, the players' evolution...I get what the writers wanted to do but you cannot fit so many things in just 12 episodes and deliver a smooth result. Yes, most of these subplots connected with each other but some of them took too much screen time which could have been used for other aspects.
After the first two episodes, for the majority of the episodes, the drama started to focus less on the rugby team itself Yes, each episode had its own moments but it was as if their bond was not the heart of the series anymore. I totally understand that The Winning Try wouldn't center around the rugby team only. I also understand that we couldn't get them playing rugby matches in every single episode. If the audience wanted pure rugby, they could watch actual rugby matches instead. But it would have been nice to see them playing against other teams or watch them train more in order to observe their development and teamwork even better. We had three actual rugby matches and all of them were against the same school. At one point, you almost forgot you're supposed to watch a kdrama that advertised itself around rugby.
Unfortunately, due to the numerous subplots, the interactions between the rugby team weren't as many as in the first episodes. There were some nice moments here and there but at one point, their relationship was sidelined by the rest of the story. And that applies to their individual development. Besides Ung and Seong-Jun (and Yeong-Kwang, to some extent), the rest of the players got crumbs.
The politics and the drama with the shooting team frustrated me but for the wrong reasons. I didn't mind that the drama wanted to address the ugly side of the sports industry. But I got fed up by the amount of screen time the villains were getting. Too much time wasted on them circling around the rugby team's disband and Ju Ga-Ram's resign when we could have gotten more interactions between the rugby team and Ju Ga-Ram. Politics are nice and interesting but in a sports kdrama like The Winning Try, they dragged the story so much and made it less interesting. The actions of the vice principal felt way too cartoonish, I couldn't take his beef with the team and Ju Ga-Ram seriously. I understand his reasons and why he didn't approve of the rugby team but his philosophy regarding sports was explored in a very poor way.
At one point, the plot began going around in circles. When things seemed to settle, something bad would happen and the characters were called to find a way to solve it. It's a typical structure for kdramas but all of this drama felt way too tiring. I really wish the writers had toned it down. I especially disliked the subplot about Ju Ga-Ram's illness. Again, I understand that it was supposed to fuel the story and add more depth to Ju Ga-Ram's actions and emotions but honestly, had they kept the original concept of him doing dopping, the drama would have been far better. We wouldn't have to play this hide-and-seek game of him hiding his illness and we would see how he would make amends with everyone and grow as a person in the process.
Due to the various subplots and the limited screen time, some characters were not explored as much as they could have. I am very disappointed with how underutilized Seong-Jun's inferiority complex compared to his brother was. We should have seen more of him and the writers should have explored his feelings in more depth. He never had a proper confrontation with his mom and his character lacked some depth in some areas to make me fully connect with him. Another missed opportunity was Seol-Hyun and the aerobics coach. Both characters were handled in a rushed way, the writers clearly intended to make them appear evil at first only to be redeemed later but their writing felt superficial.
It's a pity I didn't get to love The Winning Try as much as many people did. I loved some aspects like the rugby team but they unfortunately couldn't make up for my lack of interest. I admit that the ending was satisfying and provided a proper closure but had the series been 16 episodes long, the plot would have developed more smoothly. Even though I overall liked the plot and the characters, I couldn't connect with them fully because the way they got explored did not allow me to feel anything deeper about them.
Nevertheless, The Winning Try remained a good watch and I recommend it if you're looking for something fun with important messages. I myself do not regret watching it so give it a try! Who knows, it might win your heart!
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The Winning Try: A Rugby Drama Without Rugby
Overview:This drama is 12 episodes long and has the tag “sports.” In reality, throughout watching this drama, I started questioning whether it was actually a sports drama at all. It seemed more like a corruption drama or some kind of politics K-drama, because for a show about a rugby team, there was barely any rugby being played. We saw more of the shooting team than the rugby team, which is pretty weird. And even the shooting wasn’t shown that much compared to all the endless politics.
Plot:
This drama was more about Ga-ram and his disease, Ga-ram and his love story, Principal Jong Hyo and her questionable kindness (which I would just call incompetence, because she’s not good enough to be a principal), Vice Principal Jong Man being an annoying, ambitious man obsessed with replacing her, and Shooting Coach Nak Gyeon, who is just a piece of work and has no purpose other than being unpleasant.
Then there’s the female lead, I-ji. She is written like a carpet, a welcome mat. Everyone steps on her and ignores her opinions. She loses everything because she easily lets them get to her head. By the end, she becomes a coach and throws away her dream of being a player in a way that felt completely forced. It was as if the writers decided she wasn’t allowed to become a medalist. I didn’t understand why they created this plotline that forced her to immediately switch to coaching.
Notice how until now I’ve barely talked about the rugby team. That’s because there’s barely any rugby in this drama. The rugby team exists, and they do play matches, but the only time we actually see them play is against the exact same team three times. Literally the same team. Not once did they play another team in front of us. The only times they played against other teams were shoved into montages, without showing the actual games. This is why I say this isn’t a rugby drama. What kind of sports show about rugby only shows them playing one team over and over? It’s like they didn’t have enough actors, so they reused the same opponent. And every match followed the same cliché: the rival coach trash-talks them, says they suck, Hanyang's team loses (twice), and then they finally win the third time. It was very repetitive and it felt like those cliche high-school movies from the 2000's.
And when the team finally does step on the field, it isn’t until episode four. Before that, they spend their time training in swimming pools, running around, and climbing stairs. What kind of sports drama is this? And even then, how are they suddenly good? What kind of potential do they have if they’re not even training properly? The show never once showed us any unique, genius training from Ga-ram that would explain why the team suddenly improves. In a show like Hot Stove League, we actually saw what made the manager special and what made the team better. Here? Ga-ram was a great player in his prime, but that doesn’t automatically make him a great coach. The show never explained what his tactic was. They basically put all the blame on the old coach and made it seem like just switching coaches turned the players from terrible into competitive. That’s nonsense.
Characters:
Ga-ram is written as if being a former player automatically qualifies him as a good coach, but the drama never shows how or why. His smiling and overly casual attitude often made him seem more like a teenager than a leader. I-ji is constantly stepped on and eventually forced into coaching, which felt like the writers didn’t want her to succeed as a player. Principal Jong Hyo is presented as kind and supportive, but her decisions come across as weak and naive. Vice Principal Jong Man is portrayed as the villain, but ironically his logic wasn't all that horrible tbh. His philosophy was that if you win, you win; if you lose, you lose. Harsh, yes, but logical in a sports-focused school. If a team keeps failing, why keep wasting resources on them?
Shooting Coach Nak Gyeon is one-note, existing only to stir conflict.
Minister Gyu Won and his daughter Seol Hyeon make up most of the shooting subplot. He is willing to rig matches and cheat to make her win, and he abuses his political power to do it. But honestly, this whole storyline felt meh as it was -again- not sports related. It was the entire focus of the drama, and it had nothing to do with rugby (and shooting ironically).
Don't even get me started on some of the Rugby team's characters. Most of them were there for comedy relief which somehow carried this drama actually.
Sports Element:
As a sports drama, The Winning Try completely fails. Rugby is barely shown, the matches are repetitive, and the only real improvement we see comes through montage. There is no convincing explanation of how the players actually got better, no strategy, no training methods, and no sense of growth. Meanwhile, the shooting subplot dominates everything, with Gyu Won pulling strings for Seol Hyeon. That storyline is boring and irrelevant to rugby, but it stretches across most of the series anyway.
Themes:
The show tries to pit two philosophies against each other: Principal Jong Hyo’s belief that everyone deserves a chance, and Vice Principal Jong Man’s belief that only the best deserve resources. The writers clearly want the audience to side with Jong Hyo, but her stance comes off as naive, while Jong Man’s logic feels grounded in reality. In fact, his reasoning made more sense—if students don’t have what it takes to win, maybe they should focus on academics and prepare for university instead of wasting time on a sport they can’t pursue professionally.
Strengths and Weaknesses:
The one thing this drama has going for it is the comedy. It was surprisingly decent and helped lighten the otherwise heavy and frustrating tone. Some of the characters were at least memorable, even if they were poorly written. But the weaknesses overshadow everything. There was little rugby, the matches were repetitive, the players’ growth was never shown, the focus on corruption was too heavy, and the disease and romance subplots were unconvincing.
Verdict:
The Winning Try was marketed as a rugby drama, but it turned out to be a corruption drama dressed up in sports clothing. The shooting team, politics, and side plots took center stage, while the rugby team and their journey were left in the background. All in all, I would give this drama a 5 out of 10.
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So Many Life Lessons- of Perseverance, of Teamwork and Love
What drew me to watch this is Yoon Kye Sang since I have watched Chocolate a few months ago. I don't usually watch kdrama, as I would still need subtitles. But this one is such a gem.What do I like about the drama?
I should say this drama is promising, a lot of characters which will make you wonder how they will interact and figure out their challenges. It is full of life lessons - how to overcome failure, to rise above opposition, to stand your ground and live with principles. There are many types of sports featured in this drama. But what makes rugby different in this story, is that it needs a good relationship between the coach and the players as well as player to player. It is a team sports, unlike the other sports featured were more on solo victories.
I like how the characters of the young men evolved and how the coach inspired them. The actors have given life to the character - either you will love them or hate them, depending upon which side they are. Ju Garam is an inspiring coach, though his past was colored. He truly loved rugby and these boys. These men showed how to fight, how to love and play. As Garam said, "We are to unite 7 hearts to play as one." and they did. The turnaround of the Hanyang Rugby team is really a miracle, to get the gold in the Nationals. I love those rugby boys, they acted so natural, and they had great chemistry even with the adult actors.
In every drama, there are antagonists also. If you get so pissed off with the VP and the Head Coach for shooting, it means their acting is very good. However, I don't know if high school is really this political.
In the end, the good come out victorious and the bad gets bad karma.
The best life lesson I got is this - YOUR PAST DOES NOT DEFINE YOU. Anyone can make a turnaround as you put your mind to it. No one is too old to make new life choices or change in their career.
We need more inspiring stories like this - even teaching parents to help their children find their path and not impose their own. Kudos to the whole production team - cast and crew. Can we have a season 2 of this please? So many stories can evolve from this one - the new Hanyang Rugby Team, where does Coach Garam go after this, what happened to those who graduated and perhaps a grand high school reunion?
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A try is better than a loss and certainly close to a win.
"The Winning Try" is an inspirational sports drama that scores big on heart and grit. The story follows a former rugby player, once shamed by a doping scandal, who finds redemption as a high school coach for a struggling team. The film masterfully balances the highs and lows of the game, weaving together themes of growth, friendship, and family.
The narrative is both direct and surprisingly complex, keeping viewers engaged with its relatable characters and compelling plot. While the team faces off-field challenges from antagonists with selfish motives, the film never loses its inspirational core. The lighthearted moments of comedy provide a perfect counterpoint to the heavier themes, making the journey all the more fulfilling.
From the veteran actors to the rising stars, the cast delivers outstanding performances.
Before you ask, yes there is a bit of romance, it's not direct but happens on the sidelines between the coach and his ex girlfriend and between the captain of the rugby team and the captain of the shooting team...it's subtle.
"The Winning Try" is a must-watch for rugby fans and anyone who loves a good underdog story. It's a winning combination of sports drama, character development, and heartwarming moments that will leave you cheering.
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An underdog story
A sports drama based on Rugby, The Winning Try is an underdog, feel good inspiring story that relies on sentimental tropes.A basic sports plot - a washed rugby star coaches a struggling school team. The drama focuses on resilience, teamwork and achieving your goals against the odds. The characters are well-written, although the political narrative is a bit annoying at times.
The highlight of the show is the layered character work and their struggles. Also, the protagonist's strength to go on and his bond with his students becomes a major strength of the show. There were many funny dialogues that worked well at times.
While the show doesn't dedicate itself just to the game of rugby, it explores themes of hardwork, politics behind sports and the courage to move forward. And while I say the plot was heavily predictable and cliché at times, it did felt good to see some optimistic drama.
Overall, The Winning Try is a compelling sports drama that depends on sentimental tropes and work effectively, if not absolutely.
My Rating : 3.5/5
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If you like sports anime, watch this
This is basically a live action sports anime.It has all the usual things; disgraced superstar, struggling youth team, players with untapped potential, and strong sense of teamwork/unity. It also, unfortunately, has cliché themes and all the other downsides of sports anime.
That being said, if you like K-dramas and sports anime, this one is for you. It's literally watching the characters come to life with decent music.
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Maul: a rugby tactic where players bind into each other to score a try
A former rugby star player, retired due to a doping scandal, returns to coach a promising and ambitious high school team.✅ The narrative of the story was satisfactory and interesting to watch.
✅ The reality, victory, and failure of the sports field were skillfully executed.
✅ The camaraderie of the players and the team was cute and charming.
✅ The character development was amiable and actors did a phenomenal job.
✅ The balance between the motivational aspect and the comedy was carried out well.
❌ The internal politics of the coaches and the management was frustrating. It would have been better if it had been kept to a minimum or as an obstacle for the team.
❌ For a sports drama, the matches we see are fewer. I wish they had shown more matches played and practiced rather than just showing the result.
❌ The team except for two had zero background details; the motivation and determination of players could have been added.
Overall, a satisfying watch. Recommended if you like sports and the internal aspects of them.
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