Judo coach Inoue "Inspired to tighten feelings" Resumed representative training camp October 16 14:59
The training camp for the Japanese national team of judo boys, which had been suspended since the spread of the new coronavirus, was resumed in Tokyo, and coach Kosei Inoue said, "I was able to tighten my feelings again for the Olympics."
Since the spread of the new coronavirus infection, judo strengthening athletes, including the Tokyo Olympics representative unofficial athletes, have been limited in their activities to strengthen them individually and at their affiliations.
The All Japan Judo Federation has confirmed that the participants have undergone a PCR test and are negative, and while taking measures to prevent infection, such as wearing a mask during training, the men's training camp has been held for the first time since January. Has resumed from the 12th of this month.
In the training camp, six people, including Shohei Ono, who is aiming to win the Olympics for the second time in a row, and Joshiro Maruyama, who is aiming to be the representative of the 66 kg class for men, also participated. ..
According to Inoue, it was confirmed that the players were able to practice with their opponents, such as driving and randori, and even though there were restrictions on the content of the training due to infection prevention measures, they were able to train individually.
Inoue said, "I think it was an opportunity to tighten my feelings toward the Olympics. Even though the future is not clear, I believe that the team can work together to fight for the Olympics and prepare for it." Was there.
According to Inoue, we are planning a training camp next month, and in the future, we will prepare for participation in international competitions by incorporating match-style practice.