[Visiting her alma mater]AS Kijima Moeka receives encouragement from juniors, promising to win a medal in Paris

[Aired on June 17, 2024]Ahead of the Paris Olympics, artistic swimming athlete Moeka Kijima, a member of the Japanese national team, visited her alma mater, Kanazawa High School. She spoke to her juniors about the mindset they need to make their dreams come true. Read the article on this video > https://news.ntv.co.jp/n/ktk/category/sports/kt3d526cc772994cb4abc889f9b7779783 Moeka Kijima, a native of Hakusan City, visited Kanazawa High School. She attended a send-off party held by her alma mater with high hopes for her success in Paris. Student representative: “We, as juniors, are proud that our senior has achieved two consecutive Olympic appearances.” “We at Kanazawa High School are rooting for you.” A representative student presented her with a bouquet of flowers and a national flag with a message. Kijima, who will be competing in the Olympics for the second consecutive time, also spoke to her juniors about the mindset they need to make their dreams come true.Moeka Kijima: “Do you know the word ‘oshi’?” “I have someone I like, and there are people who only support me, so even if I’m going through a little hardship or difficulty, I can do my best like this.” “I’m sure you all have at least one person you like, so I hope you believe in them and do what you want to do with all your might until the end.” After the send-off party, she interacted with her juniors in the swimming club. Student: “It was the same at the last Tokyo Olympics, but I’ve been supporting them ever since then.” “Of course, I respect them as my juniors, so I really hope they do their best until the end so that they have no regrets.” “I hope they win a medal and show us a cool performance.” Kijima: “Unfortunately, I didn’t get a medal at the Tokyo Olympics, so I’ll definitely do my best to win a medal and be able to give everyone good news.” ★Notice of donations★ TV Kanazawa is collecting donations to support the areas affected by the “2024 Noto Peninsula Earthquake.” For details, please check the following website. https://www.tvkanazawa.co.jp/topics/240109.html #ParisOlympics #ArtisticSwimming #Ishikawa #TVKanazawa #News