Volleyball girls who have been training camp since this month, Japan national team coach Kumi Nakada and captain Erika Araki talked about their enthusiasm for the Tokyo Olympics.
Last month, 24 Japanese volleyball women from 20 to 36 years old were announced, and from this month they are holding a training camp at the National Training Center in Kita-ku, Tokyo.
On the 17th, Director Nakata and Araki, who was selected as captain for the second consecutive year, responded to the interview, and Director Nakata said, "The Tokyo Olympics have been postponed and some players have retired, but I also feel that they have had a chance. In order to win medals, I would like players to pursue their own weapons, break through the limits, and challenge their potential. "
In addition, regarding the training camp environment where infection prevention measures are thoroughly implemented, "During meals," silent meals ". There is also an environment where communication is not possible when leaving the court, such as having one person in each room. Communication is very important competition So, I think the players are practicing on the court with more awareness of its importance, "he said." It's a big problem that I haven't had any experience in international games since I was a kid. We are focusing on gathering training partners and getting used to the height and power, "he said, revealing that he is trying to strengthen while being affected by the new corona virus.
In addition, Araki has participated in the Olympic Games for the third time in a row, including winning the bronze medal at the 2012 London Olympics. I don't know if it will happen, so I want to be able to play the best as a team in the most important part of the actual performance. The explosive power of one shot is important. "
After playing against China, which is ranked number one in the world at the Olympic venue in May, the Japanese national team members will be narrowed down to 12 people through the international tournament "Nations League" to be held from May to June. ..