The first training camp has officially started today in Kunigami Village, Okinawa Prefecture, surrounded by a warm climate.
The team traveled from Tokyo to Okinawa yesterday. Considering the fatigue from the long-distance travel, they adjusted their condition with recovery training. On the second day, after a night’s rest, they conducted two training sessions in preparation for the opening of the 2024 season.
In the morning training session, we conducted a total of about 90 minutes of passing control, possession, and match-form training. The players adjusted their own conditions while simultaneously confirming their teamwork as a team.In the afternoon, training was conducted privately for the public. The team deepened their common understanding of tactics and the fundamental way of playing.
Also, since it was the first day of practice on the field, many fans and supporters, including local residents, came to observe the practice.
The camp has just begun, but from here we will enhance intensity and precision among the players, making the Okinawa Kunigami camp a fruitful time.
After practice, we conducted an interview with number 3, Masato MORISHIGE.
Q: The Okinawa Kunigami camp started today.
A, we have just finished the first day, and I am looking forward to the camp life from here on. With new players joining, I am very excited as one of the players about how we will build the team, but I also feel a sense of urgency. This season, I am determined to achieve results both individually and as a team.
Q: Do you have any personal goals for this season's camp?
First of all, I am focused on finishing the camp without getting injured, but I am pushing myself harder than last season and concentrating on building my body. I want to gain a lot from training.
Q, The new season has officially started. What points are important for the team to power up again?
I believe that this season, Tokyo has a variety of players, including those who can score and those who can create chances. As a team, I want to clarify our attacking style at a high level. I want to express our intentions and style clearly, and focus on demonstrating high precision and reproducibility in our play during matches.
Q: Earlier, the word "determination" was mentioned. How does the team perceive this camp as a period?
In attack, it is necessary for the team to have a clear understanding of which area to target. I believe that by doing so, we can automatically develop our attacks, and I also think it is important to practice repeatedly. Regarding defense, I believe it depends on how everyone defends, how we go about winning the ball back, and whether each player can have a sense of sacrifice for the team. I want to play while balancing the areas each player focuses on and the support provided by the entire team.
