Ryukyu Golden Kings U15 Team Faces Tough Competition at National Championship
The Ryukyu Golden Kings U15 basketball team recently participated in the 2021 2nd National U15 Basketball Championship, showcasing their skills on a national stage. The team secured a first-round victory before being eliminated in a closely contested second-round match.
First-Round Success
The Kings U15 team began their championship journey with a decisive win against Nagoya U15 (Aichi Prefecture), defeating them 67-33. This victory allowed them to advance to the second round of the tournament.
Second-Round Challenge
In the second round, the Kings U15 faced a formidable opponent in Goddoor (Hyogo Prefecture), the eventual tournament champions. Despite a strong effort, the Kings U15 fell short, losing by a narrow margin of just two points, with a final score of 62-64.
“B.LEAGUE U15 CHALLENGE CUP 2021”の対戦で勝つことのできなかった名古屋U15に、初戦でリベンジできたことは素直に嬉しかったです。チームとしても波に乗れる1勝でしたしキングスU15らしいプレーを全員が高いレベルで遂行できたと思います。
新垣 元基 (Motoki Arakaki), Kings U15 Captain
Despite the defeat, the team demonstrated resilience and determination, battling until the very end. The Kings U15 team captain, Motoki Arakaki, expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance and their ability to avenge a previous loss against Nagoya U15.
Looking Ahead
The Kings U15 team is now focusing on preparing for the upcoming B.LEAGUE U15 CHAMPIONSHIP 2022 in March. They will be working to address areas for improvement identified during the national championship.
経験値の差が大事な場面で出た試合となりましたが、諦めずに最後まで粘れたところは自分たちの良さを発揮できたと思っています。
新垣 元基 (Motoki Arakaki), Kings U15 Captain
The team remains optimistic and committed to continued growth and success.
FAQ
What tournament did the Ryukyu Golden Kings U15 team participate in?
The team participated in the 2021 2nd National U15 Basketball Championship.
Did the Kings U15 team win the championship?
No, they were defeated in the second round by Goddoor (Hyogo Prefecture).
What is the team’s next goal?
The team is preparing for the B.LEAGUE U15 CHAMPIONSHIP 2022 in March.