“I am trying to show leadership through actions rather than words.”
Incheon Shinhan Bank Sbird won 85-72 in an away game against Bucheon Hana 1Q in the regular league of Shinhan Bank SOL 2022-2023 women’s professional basketball held at Bucheon Indoor Gymnasium on the 6th. With this, Shinhan Bank, who had three consecutive wins, recorded 13 wins and 10 losses, and tied for third place with Yongin Samsung Life Insurance Bluemings (13 wins and 10 losses) from fourth place.
Sonia Kim’s performance was a dazzling match. He recorded a double-double with 22 points and 12 rebounds and was responsible for Shinhan Bank’s offense.
After the match, Sonia Kim said, “I wasn’t feeling well today,” but added, “It was difficult to show a consistent appearance when playing against low-ranking teams, but the team seems to be in a good rhythm now.”
Shinhan Bank had a pleasant victory on the day, but there were definitely points to point out. He committed 16 turnovers. Shinhan Bank committed 18 turnovers in an away game against Hana 1Q on the 21st of last month.
Regarding this, Sonia Kim said, “I told the players before the game to be serious from warming up, but I did a lot of turnovers. I think I did a lot of turnovers myself.” We did a lot and tried to show that we were united.”
Then, he smiled brightly, saying, “Like (Lee) Hye-mi, the bench players were focused even after entering the game. .
Sonia Kim has been performing tremendously, recording double-doubles in three consecutive games. Her mother, who came to Korea to support her daughter, was also a big factor in her presence. Sonia Kim said she “seems much calmer and more stable (because her mother came). Since she was little, her mother always came to watch the games, and I think it comforted her a lot,” she explained. .
Sonia Kim is a ‘transfer student’ who joined Shinhan Bank as a compensation player for Danbi Kim, who left for Asan Woori Bank Woori WON through FA (free contract) ahead of this season. However, he has firmly established himself as the team’s ace and leader.
Sonia Kim said, “From the first day I joined Shinhan Bank until now, I’ve been learning how to adapt to various situations. I’m trying to show leadership through actions rather than words.” In that respect, I am grateful to the team. In particular, even when I am excited during the game, my sisters try to calm me down by saying, ‘It’s okay.’
Shinhan Bank, who tied for 3rd place with the victory that day, reduced the gap with 2nd place Busan BNK Some to 0.5 games. Judging from the current ranking alone, if it advances to the playoffs, it is highly likely to meet first place Woori Bank or BNK.
Regarding this, Sonia Kim said, “I think it will be difficult no matter what the opponent is. BNK is an inexperienced team except for (Kim) Hanbyeol. 온라인바카라 Even though there are a lot of young players and a lot of energy, in terms of details such as seeing the time, I think those with experience are in a higher position. However, basketball is a game where anything can happen. “It’s a sport. It’s more important to win a fight with yourself than to compete with an opponent. It’s important to consistently do well and show our unity.”
Lastly, when asked about the leap to second place, Sonia Kim said, “Of course I want to finish second, but it’s important not to be too greedy. Looking at the rankings is burdensome, so I’m only thinking about the next game.”