After recovering from the practice match and adjusting their condition, the team conducted a second division practice today. The players were required to have high intensity and quick decision-making skills in each session.
In the ball possession drill, we confirmed how to build up attacks from the sides. We focused on using the width of the pitch to attack, skillfully bypassing the quick checks of the defense players.
After that, we conducted training in a practical format. Coach Peter CKLAMOVSKI himself moved the ball and gave instructions on where to aim for passes from the back of our own territory. We also confirmed how the team as a whole can work together to achieve our goal of breaking down the opponent's defense and winning the ball in high positions.
During the afternoon training, we focused on set plays, which are particularly important during this camp period. The attacking side worked on how to position themselves in front of the goal in response to the supplied ball. On the other hand, the defensive side carefully confirmed how to set up in order to not give the opponent any freedom.
After practice, AJINOMOTO CO., INC. held a nutrition seminar for us, where they talked about when to consume various products such as Amino Vital before and after practice and games, as well as key points for maintaining high performance.
After the end of practice, an interview was conducted with player number 33, Kota TAWARATSUMIDA.
Q, What points are you focusing on during this camp?
I feel that things have been going smoothly since the start of the camp. We are focusing on improving the accuracy of crosses and shots, which will be crucial in the final stages. We are also consciously working on clearing our tasks during individual training. I believe that the results of these efforts were reflected in our practice match against FC Ryukyu. In this camp, it is important to level up all of our abilities and further improve the quality of our play.
Q, I think there were two goals and many rewards in the Ryukyu match.
It was a well-placed goal from a cross from the right side. I feel like we were able to score as a team for both goals. It's great to be able to score in a good way, and next time I want to break through the situation with individual skills and score.
Q, it was 2 goals born from the collaboration with Ryotaro ARAKI. You can see the good compatibility.
A, Araki is a player with whom I have a very good compatibility in playing, and we are able to communicate during the game. He sends me passes at good timing, so I feel comfortable playing with him.
Q, How will you proceed towards the start of the league with the addition of players such as Keita Endo and Tsuyoshi Ogashiwa, and the intensifying competition for positions?
A, I want to play for the team by pointing the arrow at myself, and I have no intention of losing in the position battle, so I will do my best to be able to play in the matches from the start of the season.
