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I stood there staring at the Scoreboard, as A Fei and Jiang Lingfeng rushed over and lifted me into the air, shouting, "King of the Last Shot!" The manager, Uncle Li, couldn't contain his excitement and ran over to shout as well. A Fei hugged me tightly, crying, "Jie, thank you, thank you for saving the championship with that slam dunk. Thank you for delivering the game-winner time and again; you are my benefactor." A Fei's tears soaked my jersey, warm hero's tears flowing freely.
Jiang Lingfeng also embraced me, our great captain howling in my ear, "We are National Champions! We are the best in the country!" Jiang Lingfeng shouted madly, completely losing his usual gentle demeanor. Perhaps it was because he had suppressed his emotions for too long that all of it was released at this moment of fulfilling our dream. The entire audience stood up and gave us the loudest applause. This day is one we Dream Chasers will forever remember as the irreplaceable "High School Miracle"!
We walked back to the Locker Room behind the gymnasium, waiting for the upcoming award ceremony. As soon as we entered the Locker Room, I took off my jersey and waved it around; I was too excited. After closing the door, A Fei took off his Eagle necklace and kissed it while sobbing. Jiang Lingfeng was in a corner with his eyes closed, pressing his forehead against the wall and silently shedding tears. "Brothers, we have succeeded in chasing our dreams! Our final trophy, the National Championship Cup, is finally ours; this was not easy..." I couldn't control my choked voice. Manager Uncle Li walked in and said, "Kids, the award ceremony is about to start. Adjust your emotions and walk out with your heads held high." Uncle Li joined us. I rubbed my face vigorously a couple of times, then we three gathered together for a group hug. Jiang Lingfeng said, "Team members, let's go lift the trophy!"
When we stepped out, the award stage was already set up. The host began speaking into the microphone: "Dear fans, our Fever Sports National Street Basketball Championship has finally come to an end after more than a month of competition. Thank you for your continuous support for our Street Basketball events; it is because of your support that we can..." The host expressed gratitude to fans and viewers for quite some time before finally moving on to the award ceremony: "First, we will present the national third place award. Let's give a round of applause for our third-place winners, Dongguan Ghost Team!"
Three players from Ghost Team walked onto the podium to receive their certificates and medals from the award presenter. The Ghost Team players waved at the audience. "Next up is our runner-up team, Liaoning Wild Leopard Team!" Three members of Wild Leopard Team also came out; their faces showed dissatisfaction but they still smiled when receiving their certificates and medals. "Now it's time to present our boiling Street Basketball Championship's National Championship! Let's give a warm round of applause for Cangzhou Dream Chasers Team!" When our name was called, we were already filled with excitement as the audience clapped enthusiastically.
We walked up to the highest podium where we received our certificates and gold medals first. When the final award presenter handed over the championship trophy symbolizing our highest honor to our captain Jiang Lingfeng, we all kissed it simultaneously—the kiss we had waited a month for was finally released. We raised the trophy high above our heads together; the crowd's passion reached its peak as Pudong Yuanshen Gymnasium became our place of wild celebration.
After leaving the gymnasium and taking a breath of fresh air, we got into a car. I believe this trip to Shanghai will bring great motivation and inspiration for my life. I dialed home and held my breath waiting for a response on the other end of the line. "Hello, son! How's it going? Are you getting used to Shanghai?" It was my mom who answered. "Mom, we are National Champions! Your son is number one in the country." I suppressed my inner excitement and spoke calmly. "Really?!" My mom's voice suddenly rose in excitement. "Honey, come quickly! Our son has won the championship!"
After finishing my call with my parents, I opened my phone book and pulled up Xia Ying's number. I knew she wouldn't answer if I called her directly, so I sent her a text message telling her we won the championship. After closing my phone, I closed my eyes to rest; I was exhausted—really exhausted—after so many tense matches and travels; now I could finally get a good night's sleep.
When I reached downstairs at the hotel, I let A Fei and the others go ahead while I stopped by a nearby supermarket. "Uncle, I'll take a case of beer..." My back ached as I carried the beer along with some prepared dishes and knocked on our room's door. When they opened it, I tossed the case of beer to A Fei and handed over the dishes to Jiang Lingfeng before collapsing onto the sofa; my shoulders and wrists were sore. Jiang Lingfeng opened a can of beer: "Brothers, let's get drunk tonight!"
We celebrated from noon until afternoon; when I woke up from my nap it was already early morning of the next day. As the first rays of sunlight streamed through and hit my eyes, I lay on the floor shielding my eyes with my hand before slowly sitting up. Looking back, Jiang Lingfeng was sprawled on the bed in disheveled clothes while A Fei leaned against the wall asleep with his arms wrapped around our Dream Chasers trophy. I crawled over gently took the trophy from his hands to examine it closely.
This trophy was indeed more beautiful than those from all over the city or North China; its details and design had been upgraded to another level. The shape of the cup resembled a large golden basketball with wings instead of ears on both sides—like a flying basketball shape—with “sb” intricately carved in crystal in the center. The top of its base read “Boiling Sports” along with its logo while below it stated “011 Season National Street Basketball Championship National Championship.” Shuai Dong and Pang Hao would be thrilled; we promised them we'd bring back the National Champion trophy for them to see—and we did it!
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