On the second day of the camp, we were honored to have visitors from Kunigami Village and held a welcome ceremony. Here is a glimpse of the event.
After receiving words of encouragement from Kunigami Village Mayor Chinami, Coach Albert Puig Ortoneda spoke on behalf of the team and received gifts from everyone involved.
After taking a commemorative photo with everyone, the morning practice started.
Today marks the start of 2nd division training.
Circuit training, dashes, possession and physical-based menus, as well as ball-based menus, were all performed in intense training, with players working at a high intensity on each menu.
In the afternoon, we started training to implement a tactical menu and to further instill the style that coach Albert PUIG ORTONEDA is looking for in the team, more than last season.
The camp has just begun. From now on, even more intense training will continue.
Players carefully stretched before practice to prevent injuries, and also took care of themselves after practice.
We will continue to build the team through second division practice tomorrow.
On the second day of the camp, we interviewed new player Kei Koizumi.
Q, Did you feel the reality of coming to Tokyo again when you participated in the new system announcement?
A, I met with the Tokyo coach, players, and staff, put on the uniform, and felt both the excitement of starting and a fresh feeling.
Q, How was it to practice for the first time in front of fans and supporters at the Kodaira Ground on the starting day?
On the day of the launch, I think the fans and supporters in Tokyo were really looking forward to it, and I believe they are expecting a lot from the team from now on. So, as players, we will do our best to live up to those expectations. I think we can create even more excitement by doing something beyond expectations, so we want to aim for that as players.
Q, Has any player become close with the team since the start of camp?
A, having players of the same age is a big help. I am not the type to approach people easily, but I can't say that after transferring. I will also turn 28 this year and since there are many young players in Tokyo, I think I will be in a senior position. I want to actively talk to various players, not just about soccer. However, both older and younger players are welcoming, and we are grateful for that. I hope the team can come together as one.
Q, how is your physical condition on the second day of camp?
A, it is still early in the season and we are in the process of building a foundation for both individual physical aspects and team tactics. We have upcoming practice matches and we want to make sure we don't waste a single day.
Q, there were many scenes where I talked with Coach Albert.
A, the coach talked to me about the position and what he is looking for, and it's really helpful that he holds meetings not only with players who have experienced last season, but also with new players who have joined the team.
Q: How do you perceive the soccer that the coach is looking for? I think there was also a tactical menu today.
A, I was able to grasp that the soccer we have been doing since last season was made possible by these practices. I came from a different team, so of course there are difficult things, but I feel that I have to quickly get used to it and ask and think for myself about things I don't understand.
Q, What kind of camp do you want to have?
A, my personal goal is to not get injured. I have been playing professionally for 10 years now and I have realized that this season has been the worst in terms of injuries. So my goal is to not forget the importance of that and to absorb Tokyo's soccer, as well as to spend good time with my teammates. Since most of our training during camp is in the second division, I hope to give 100% effort in each training session.
