Whistle!, Vol. 4

Biographical Note:
Daisuke Higuchi's manga career began in 1992 when the artist was honored with third prize in the 43rd Osamu Tezuka Award. In that same year, Higuchi debuted as creator of a romantic action story titled Itaru. In 1998, Weekly Shonen Jump began serializing Whistle! Higuchi's realistic soccer manga became an instant hit with readers and eventually inspired an anime series, debuting on Japanese TV in May of 2002. The artist is currently working on yet-to-be-published new series.

Marc Notes:
First published in Japan in 1998 by Shueisha Inc., Tokyo--P. facing t.p.;This book reads from right to left--P. [4] of cover.;After playing an incredible match against their cross-town rivals the gang find themselves fielding inquiries from players who want to join their team. One of them is Yuki Kojima, the team's manager, who is cute, sweet, plays a mean game of soccer, and female. Now all they need is a coach.;Rated A for all ages.;Translated from the Japanese.

Publisher Marketing:
Everybody has a dream, and for Shô Kazamatsuri, that dream is simple: he wants to be the best soccer player he can possibly be. He's the spirited leader of the Josui Junior High team and everyone looks up to him. In turn, he tries to keep the team together at any cost!