Blind Soccer Japan National Team in Katsushika-ku, Tokyo, prior training camp September 5 17:06
It was decided that the Japanese national team of blind soccer that will participate in the Tokyo Paralympics next year will be used to hold a pre-camp for the tournament at the facilities in Tokyo Katsushika City, and an agreement has been concluded with the city.
On the 5th, President Shiro Shiojima of the Japan Blind Soccer Association visited Katsushika City and signed an agreement with Mayor Katsunori Aoki.
The Okudo General Sports Center, where pre-training camps are held, was selected as a base for coordination in preparation for next year's tournament, in addition to the enhancement of the facilities, as well as being able to secure a quiet practice environment due to its location along the river is.
The ward is exempt from facility fees and plans to develop fences and goals for blind soccer. In the future, it will consider creating opportunities for teams and local children to interact.
At the press conference after the conclusion of the agreement, Director Takashi Takada said, “We are grateful for the very helpful support we have given to strengthen the team. We want to win medals with the residents of the city.” It was.
Mr. Yoichi Takahashi, a manga artist from Katsushika City, who also published works on blind soccer, was invited to the conference.
Mr. Takahashi said, “I am glad that the local training camp will be decided. I want the residents to be interested in the Paralympic games and blind soccer, and I want to support the national team with all Katsushika residents.”