Was it worth it to have it delay for after the Olympics? TOTALLY!!

This final episode had the same vibe in a way with all the adrenaline rush of the final matches and results, that even the final scene was inovative and creative to see.

The perfect drama for a Prison Playbook reunion has got to be this one. The screenwriter is the same after all xD
Quite a youthful drama to enjoy and binge watch, learning a few badmington tricks and loving the cameos and whole cast.

There's quite a few negative comments and reviews against this drama regarding the issue in the early episodes, however if we disregard a drama based on one of many flaws that exist in modern society we fail to see how the tides change or how the story progresses. Racism is WRONG, and unfortunately is somewhat always present in one way or another in the course of our lives as we fight against it, but this drama doesn't deal with only this particular issue, it deals with many problems that we fail to consider, taking advantage of people, doubting and taunting others, the pressure of sport competitions, bullying and more.

It's not that it instigates and highlights those negatives, but it shows in some depths what happens in and out of the field too.

I gave the drama chance though despite all that, there are always others who make it worse and not with profound purposes. Blame it on the scripts for that. Nowadays its hard not to offend anyone by anything written or said. Still for all I've seen so far, I can say it was worth to persist and follow this, some character developments and interesting cameos in the plot are worth it. Most of all it made me reminisce of the times where I too used to play this sport in school and for fun as my hobby. And I miss it.

I have gained a new found respect towards athletes who play this sport in such competitions.
It's intense and hard as any other sport out there, but sadly underrated compared to others. Badminton was always fun and refreshing for me. And I remember how hyped and cheery I was whenever I picked a racket and started playing. Because it never failed to make me smile despite the blood, sweat and tears when it came to grades in school or playful competition among my peers.

So, when I heard about this drama it got me intrigued on how they would be able to make 16 episodes of a team of boys from a rural area thrive all the way to achieve their goals, and stick to a consistent plot of the sport.

The development of their characters and the bond of friendship and brotherhood are the best moments here.
I get that first love and all that is somehow present in Youth dramas, it is tolerable but if they made it solely about the boys and the sport itself it would not only remain interesting, it would probably be better. I like Han Sol part where she regains confidence in herself and is able to show that a team isn't formed by a single player. The scenes where Se Yoon enters are mostly awkward, I prefer seeing her character playing the sport rather than waiting for confession of two boys in luv there.

If you focus on the boys and their game play and antics you won't be bored.

The coaches arc is interesting too, I really enjoyed the character development we see in coach Yoon. He had always hidden talent when it came down to coaching however as the story progresses we are able to see that as he guides the boys with good advices and strategies but most importantly, how he learns to trust in himself and in the talent of the boys he is coaching. Many coaches fail in that department throughout the drama, although some do realize it at some point in time like coach Ra for example. Better late than never, is what I tend to say and Amen for that.

When it comes to arches in the storyline this one wavers in between the present and a character that is mostly known by everyone but about an issue that happened 10 years ago. Somehow, the characters are connected, and although he is mentioned for most part of the drama, he only shows on the second half when it's all aimed to the final competitions.

By then we've already witnessed the countless adventures and struggle of our main boys and their ever growing friendship.

The elders and village people along with the city couple who moved to Haenam is always fun and endearing and filled with many symbolic lessons about life and hardships, but also how to welcome strangers into becoming an extension of what can be called family.

I have to point out the cinematography here mainly on some games and moves is pretty interesting, and specially on the first half of the drama it remained strong, however, on the second half they focused more on the romantic plot and the missing player that caused havoc in the badminton community a decade ago. Not bad on that, but I would prefer if they included those epic cinematographic shots of badminton every once in a while. Nevertheless, the sport is portrayed as the main event.

The amount of references to BTS is suppose to be about the title, a pun and trending.
Comedy wise sometimes seemed slightly forced, or when they do look at the camera because it's supposed to happen, which reminded me of sitcom shows. Although some jokes where funny, like the slogan of the motel they stayed in once in a competition and Coach Yoon's line of "there's children here" PRICELESS.

It's hard not to grow fond of the team of misfits, "Racket Sonyeondan" that share the passion for the same sport.

Hae Kang growth was good to see, how he warmed to those boys that welcomed him and showed that friendship isn't about interests or popularity but creating everlasting bonds and be supportive of each other in either wins or defeats. How they welcomed yet another peer into their group with open arms and created a group of unique and different individuals that complement one another so well, and in which Badminton is a common interest is interesting and heartwarming to see. ´

On how they learn to be a team by the lessons they learn a long the way.

"Win together, Lose together."

Now this is what I call an EPIC motto.

It's refreshing and at the same time a light drama to see, despite having some serious issues addressed.
The OST is somewhat cheerful and my favorite it has to be the main one from The Boyz Will Be, it upbeat and catchy.
I recommend to give it a try, don't be disheartened by the negative remarks, but through the whole drama as a spectrum.