Nodoka Harada, who won the gold medal in the softball of the Tokyo Olympics, visited his alma mater in Okayama City on December 8 and gave a lecture to his juniors. It is the first time in about 10 years that Nodoka Harada, who won the gold medal in the softball of the Tokyo Olympics, visited Okayama Minami High School, her alma mater. “Teacher, I remember. It hasn’t changed at all.” “Thank you.” After reuniting with the teacher who helped me in high school, I went to the gymnasium where my juniors were waiting … Wearing a replica uniform for the Tokyo Olympics. Harada was greeted by the applause of about 340 juniors. At the lecture, he talked about his memories of his high school days and the story behind the final turn at bat, which was a hit in the final match against the United States, and conveyed the importance of taking on challenges without fear of change. (Nodoka Harada) “It’s cool to finish with the Olympic gold medalist, and it’s a beautiful shape, but the medal is not a goal but a start. I want the next generation to experience the big stage I experienced, so my steps After the lecture, I enjoyed interacting with them by answering questions from juniors, playing catch balls and batting. (The junior of the softball club …) “Because I was an Olympic gold medal player, a very powerful ball came and I was nervous about receiving and throwing.” “I was very nervous. The weight of the gold medal and Harada’s efforts. It was a valuable experience to feel the results. ”(Nodoka Harada)“ Nostalgic, fun memories of my third year of high school revived at once. I want you to have fun and go straight to the path you chose. ”A brilliant souvenir Nodoka Harada who made a triumphant return to his alma mater for the first time in 10 years. It seems that it was an irreplaceable day for myself and my juniors. ..
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