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This series did not click with me. Something just seemed off from the very beginning which prevented me from enjoying it. After the first 3 episodes, I felt like I watched a very long trailer. I got a rough outline of a series without actually getting the full content. It did not help that the script was not the greatest. It did not do a really good job introducing the characters which were also not fully developed. I simple didn’t find the storyline or the characters very interesting which is an important factor for me. Another problem was the pacing was inconsistent. There were times sections either happen too slow or at a rapid speed. There were also points where scenes seem to just randomly happen for no reason. On the positive, the overall acting was good considering the cast is new to the field.Was this review helpful to you?
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It was soft and cute. I watch it almost in one sitting. It was captivating!
I will rewatch it for sure.
The characters are really cute and "attachant".
I love when Top are so whipped and confident about their feelings. He respects his boundary about telling they are together and I loved it!
Not my favorite K-BL but it was a great one.
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The storyline and acting was pretty mid.
The first two episodes really hooked me in this drama but later the excitement started to drop. I still enjoyed the show. The only cast who kept me in the show was prolly the MLs extrovert friend, would love to see him work in another drama in the future. The NC scenes were shot beautifullyVisuals were good but could have worked better on Storyline and acting.
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Not bad!
okay sooooo I came across the manhwa first and I literally loved it!!!I actually wanted to see the drama because I wanted to see it in live action.
okay I will start-
so the actor for jiwon was not that good at acting tho he is really really cute like his dimple and smile is reallyyyy cute… jeong was actually amazing in acting (idk why he resembles minji from newjeans)
the second lead was so good like the acting was so amazing it felt real (I want spin-off plz)
I finished this drama yesterday 🤧 it was still amazing. When jiwon asked for space and when jeong was disappointed Uff I was so sad like bro who cares?! Please date ahhhh
I loveeeedd the kiss (😭 it was Uhm... I keep hearing it since yesterday 🤧 help… I cant forget)
The tension was amazing!
8.5/10
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Cute and a fun watch
This is a really cute BL. The first episode was kinda lackluster and didn't managed to capture my attention but I gave it another try and I am glad I did. This was a pretty cute KBL but I feel the plot needed more run time for the story to really touched. Like there was so many things they could have given more time to but alas no proper runtime or episodes, just like most KBL. Especially for the angst part, they had time only for 10 min angst that it just made it less touching and sense. If it had proper build up that would have hit so hard. Also the second couple would have been a cute add. I am glad they didn't focus on them at all since the series is short but if it was had proper run time we could have seen their relationship too. Now the acting was pretty okay I say, not bad but there is def room for improvement. Also last but not least I want to comment on the skinship and the NC scene cuz damn they were not afraid to kiss like most KBL are and that was the longest NC scene I have ever seen in a KBL and it was pretty hot too. So I am pleasantly surprised. Overall cute KBL, worth the watch.Was this review helpful to you?
Love is round
A cutesy romance with an eye-candy set of casts -typical Korean BL. Yet, this show doesn’t just provide visuals, but rather the main objective of letting viewers feel the emotion of being in love. The setting around the sports player was cool, but I just hope that they will showcase more of it in the story, especially the main reason why Han Ji Won quit gymnastics. There are some hints given, but they don’t resolve. The same case about the couple’s public image of confirming that they are dating.Nevertheless, the chemistry of the couple and the intimate kissing scenes were enough to fill up the cons of the show. They keep kissing anywhere after reconciliation, and I love it. Choi Jae Hyuk is such a super duper handsome and sexy man. He fits the role of a basketball player that much. I can’t even forget how intensely he kissed her ex-girlfriend, and when Ji Won accidentally saw it.
The best part about the couple is that they know how to communicate their feelings with one another. Not just communicate but also comprehend their thoughts, give some time to cool down, and always speak so softly despite the big problems encountered. It is just so sweet to witness their healthy relationship and so delicious to see them kiss afterwards. Even the supporting cast is so cute together.
Glad to see more quality BLs lately. This might not be a perfect ten for me, but the important thing is that they make me feel the feeling of being involved in the story, and keep giggling at how romantic the show is.
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cute and fluffy ?!
Definitely add this one to your Comfort BL list 😁. The visuals are absolutely stunning and that includes the side characters. The show was funny with the right amount of angst as well as fluff 🤗. I was so impressed with the acting despite the fact that I haven't seen any of those actors in a previous drama. And the chemistry... Girl! let me tell you .. I didn't expect to see that much passion in a KBL but I guess we're moving forward 😊...I loved the part that focused on the abuse that athletes are subjected to by their coaches. I think it's something that's not really talked about enough. Especially that they start at a very young and vulnerable age.
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somethings off
When I first saw Ball Boy Tactics on social media I thought it would be promising both because of its intriguing plot and attractive cast.However,the couples' relationship dynamic is not the best and some of the events are shown extremely superficial.Now,I don't want to give spoilers but you expect a drama to continue from where its left,right?This drama leaves you somewhere at the end of the episode and takes you somewhere else,so distant from the previous episode that most of the time you'll have a hard time understanding what is going on on the drama.Also,the editing of the drama seems so clumsy especially in the third episode,as far as I can remember,one scene comes and goes without any transition effects.I really felt like I'm scrolling through bl edits on social media which makes the drama seem unprofessional.Although I can understand the reason they act that way in the drama,I couldn't really relate to Han Jiwon's thoughts.Just because you haven't dated anybody else before doesn't mean you don't know basic human relationship sense.I can see in his eyes that he values Jeongu but he doesn't really understand what he feels.It feels like even Jeongu shouts his love from the rooftop he'll say "I don't really understand these things" and will try to shut his feelings down.However,I'm glad that he gathered the courage to make the move later on.
I also loved the friends and I'd like to seem them together in a different drama because they have the perfect chemistry:the one whos loud and dumb and the one whos silent and smart.They balance each other perfectly and even they had really small parts,I was rooting for them the whole time and they are actually together in my head.
This drama has also got surprisingly many good kissing scenes which differs from the other korean bls.I was waiting for "that scene" to stop like after " 1 or 2 minutes but it probably lasted more than 5 minutes which made me question why they haven't used that time to develop their relationship arc.But,can I say I didn't like it?Of course,I can not.I was actually really glad to see korean bls stepping up for a little and getting out of their comfort zone.
Overall,this drama needs much more improvement for the clumsy storyline which made the drama kind of choppy and needs better relationship build up.
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Sometimes Love Finds You… But Only If You Step Outside
From the very beginning, Han Ji-won gave off shy, introverted loner vibes — the kind of person who hides a lot but still carries warmth. It’s funny how he just flagged down a random driver to take him homr — it shows how free-spirited and impulsive he is when it comes to small things, even though emotionally, he’s guarded.I feel like his character silently carries past trauma or fears, and doesn’t want people to know he’s struggling. But still, this drama teaches us something simple and real:
> Sometimes, you have to step out of your comfort zone and go outside to meet people. The world won't always come to you — you have to go to it.
And thank God he did. Because that’s how he met Kwon Jung-woo.
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💕 Kwon Jung-woo & Fast Love
Honestly? It was crazy how fast Jung-woo fell for Ji-won — but that’s also the beauty of the drama. Sometimes, love doesn’t take long. Sometimes it just happens, fast and unexpected. His character reminded me how quickly we can fall — especially when someone respects you, sees you, and makes you feel safe.
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🎾 Themes I Loved
The sports element made it refreshing and lighthearted at times.
The drama also touched on how society pressures people to hide, especially when it comes to love and identity.
It showed that even when it’s hard, when you push through, honesty and love can win.
And when they finally told their friends about dating? That part melted my heart 💗 It was so soft and pure.
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💬 Final Thoughts
This isn’t just a BL about tennis or flirting — it’s about stepping out, healing, trusting, and finding someone who brings you peace. It’s a feel-good drama that still hits emotionally.
I really, really loved it. And I’m happy I watched it.
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Jiwon is my favourite character, someone who struggle to express himself at times also someone who cares about other's opinion due to him being famous gymnast but truly cared for Junwoo in his own ways. He made me cry when he cried.
Jungwoo might seem scary to others but he is a total softie around the ones who truly know him. The one who isn't scared to say what he wants.
I actually liked the pacing of it.
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A refreshing view of athletic love
What I love about this show is the lack of unnecessary distractions or twists or surprises. I mean it’s predictable that’s true but how the story was told was truly refreshing and clean. Demonstrating the agony of how athletes or even famous people struggles with dealing with taboo love even in the modern world we live in. The acting was simple and real as if they were just ordinary folks like us dealing with our problems. You want to root for them as we watch their love grows. Their love making scene was so beautiful focusing on the kiss and allowing their sensations to magnify. It’s definitely a feel good series and kudos to the Koreans for gradually opening up more to same sex relationships. Should we get a part two, personally I don’t need the drama that follows and leave things as they are.Was this review helpful to you?
Ballboy Tactics: For Those Who Love Quiet Love
I really enjoyed Ballboy Tactics. It’s not a high-drama series, but that’s exactly what made it special for me. The story is calm and slow, like real life, and the emotions felt genuine.The actors did a great job showing feelings through small gestures and eye contact, without overacting. It felt natural like two university boys figuring out their emotions quietly.
The cinematography was also really pretty and artistic, with soft lighting and peaceful vibes. If you like soft BLs with realistic settings and slow burn romance, this one is worth watching.
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