Letβs begin with some introductions: tell us about yourself and your team.
My name is Bae Soo-mi, and I have been the captain and player of the Nimble team for 8 years. The Nimble team was founded in 2012 with a small number of people and is now a team with good teamwork, operating systematically enough to have more than 100 members.ΒΒ
I had always dreamed of becoming a soccer player until my second year of high school. Unfortunately, I had to undergo surgery and fell into a slump, which caused me to stop exercising. I deliberately avoided exercise for a while, but one day, a friend recommended that I come to the futsal field.
Could you share with us what makes futsal so appealing?
Joy can be experienced quickly. Usually, a game lasts between 12 and 15 minutes, and a lot of things happen in this short period of time.Β
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While it may seem comparable to soccer, there are some differences in game style due to the significant difference in playing space. Futsal, for example, is played in a much smaller area, requiring quicker movements and faster reflexes.Β
What position do you play on the team?
I play the Ara position in my sport, which requires both offensive and defensive skills. This position has a wider range of activity compared to other positions, making it physically demanding and requiring high strength.
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Despite the challenges, the Ara position is attractive because it plays a decisive role in both defense and offense.
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Do you have your own way to prevent and overcome injuries?Β
I have been exercising since childhood, and despite never having any major injuries such as broken bones, I suffer from chronic knee and ankle pain. To manage this, I apply ice packs regularly and also perform ankle-strengthening exercises using bands. Building ankle strength not only improves shooting ability but also helps prevent ankle sprains, which are common in futsal due to frequent collisions in a small space.Β
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During a previous game, I suffered a concussion from a head injury. Although I have since overcome my fear of the ball coming toward my face, I remain cautious. While I am not as careful as I was at first, I still take precautions to prevent further injury.
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Do you have any memorable episodes related to the match?
In 2018, I took part in a competition held in Wonju, Gangwon-do. However, I overslept and missed the group departure time of 6:30 AM. I woke up two hours later at 8:00 AM and had to rent a car to get from Daejeon to Gangwon-do.
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Luckily, my team members had already passed the preliminary round, so I was relieved to hear that. Despite the rough start, I joined the tournament and our team managed to win the championship, making the victory all the more memorable.
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What are your feelings and weaknesses as a player?
I am a naturally fast and energetic person. However, my weakness lies in pre-judging my opponents and experiencing mood swings during games. I am determined to work on this and become a better person through my strengths and by fighting hard.
Also, I struggle to manage my mind well during the game. In this case, I turn to my coach for help. I sometimes have difficulty clearing my head before a game, but when I manage to do so, I feel much more focused and engaged in the game.
What do you think about WaveWear?
The calf sleeve worked brilliantly. I used to experience swelling in my calves after standing or sitting for extended periods of time, but wearing the sleeve helped relieve the tightness.
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Unfortunately, I did notice some slight tearing in the sleeve, possibly due to wearing it too frequently. I suspect that the intense lower body movements in futsal may have contributed to this. Despite this, I find the sleeve to be quite effective, so I continue to use it.
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