The more you play, the more prominent your growth is. This is the story of Korean Air Kim Min-jae, who is playing the first season as a starter.
Kim Min-jae wore a Korean Air uniform in the 2nd round 1st place in the 2021-2022 season. As a high school student, he entered the draft early and succeeded in making his professional debut. He played 14 sets in 7 matches last season. His short pitch was also impressive. In the match against Samsung Fire, he made a mark by raising his personal record of 18 points.
He poured out his off-season sweats. Korean Air coach Tommy Tilikhainen said, “He is a very hard-working player. He grew as much because he worked hard. Other players must have the same idea,” he praised Kim Min-jae, saying, “It is not luck that magical things happen during matches, but the result of the player’s hard work.”
He was ranked 4th in blocking and 5th in fast break. In the match against Hyundai Capital on the 18th, he broke his record of 13 points this season. His attack success rate was excellent at 71.43%. Setter Han started the foot-and-foot scoring shot.
Kim Min-jae said, “Athlete hyung is good at telling stories in every way. The same goes for the other hyungs,” he said. “Director Tommy, as well as the coaches, are very helpful. He even has a separate meeting right before the start of the game. Thank you,” he said. 스포츠토토
Grow up. Although Korean Air’s weakness, which is lined with national team players, was pointed out as the center, Kim Min-jae, along with veteran middle blocker Kim Gyu-min, was perfectly positioned. His attention has also increased. Kim Min-jae said, “There is a burden of attention, but you have to overcome it to grow into a good player. Still, he is less nervous than at the beginning of the season,” he laughed.
The potential for growth is limitless. Director Tommy said, “I’m still good, but I have the potential to develop better. He is working and training. enough to grow. It’s hard to answer that you think this way after looking at a certain side in particular. It is impossible to determine to what extent a player’s growth will be. only you know yourself I am cautious because Kim Min-jae’s value is greater.”
The goals are also numerous. Kim Min-jae said, “I want to become the best player in my current position.