In November 2024, Masato MORISHIGE and Kota TAWARATSUMIDA visited the Minamiosawa (Thursday) school!
▢Masato MORISHIGE
Masato MORISHIGE visited the Kindergarten class and the 1st and 2nd grade class at the Minamiosawa (Thursday) school!
▽Group photo with Kindergarten class▽
▽Group photo with 1st and 2nd grade elementary school students▽
In the Kindergarten class, a specific question was asked: "How can I become a good captain?" Masato MORISHIGE also seemed surprised and replied, "It's important to pay attention to the condition of your teammates and the team. I try to reach out to players who seem less energetic than usual. I believe a good player is one who can think for the team and their teammates."
In the 1st and 2nd grade class, there were few interactions due to the breaks.
It was impressive to see Masato MORISHIGE interacting with the students, telling them to "Smile!" as they appeared nervous, unlike usual.
Also, during the time between the school sessions, we interacted by swapping out the school students and the goalkeepers!
▢Kota TAWARATSUMIDA
Kota TAWARATSUMIDA visited the Minamiosawa (Thursday) School for the 3rd and 4th grade class and the 5th and 6th grade class!
▽Group photo with 3rd and 4th grade elementary school students▽
▽Group photo with 5th and 6th grade elementary school students▽
Kota TAWARATSUMIDA was asked, 'How can I become better at soccer?' and replied, 'It's important to have fun. If you're forced to study, it becomes boring and you won't be able to continue, right?'
It's fun, so I can continue and I want to do it. That's why I want you to enjoy it.
Also, in response to the question, "How much did you practice when you were in elementary school?" he shared a specific episode, saying, "I was always kicking the ball. I bought a size 1 ball and would keep it at my feet even during meals at home."
In the 1st and 2nd grade class, Masato MORISHIGE also shared the same episode, saying, 'When I was a child, I used to kick the ball at home, even though my mother would get angry.' It made me realize once again the importance of kicking the ball a lot.
The experience of having top team players come to the venue where we usually practice has been a valuable experience for the children!
