Coach Wi Sang-woo, who scolded Park Ji-hyun, now confidently says,“Focus on women’s basketball”
"Park Ji-hyun has grown a lot. Now I feel that I have become the center of women's basketball."
Wi Sung-woo (52), head coach of Asan Woori Bank, is an honest leader. Speak honestly and reprimand the players for their mistakes. However, if there is something that needs to be praised, it is a style that makes sure to point it out.
Director Wi Sung-woo of "Honest Man" gave Park Ji-hyun a storm of praise. He had scolded Park Ji-hyun countless times before. Park Ji-hyun has attracted attention as a "super rookie" since joining the pro league. However, coach Wi Sung-woo called for growth, pointing out the shortcomings of each play. Once, director Wi Sung-woo said to Park Ji-hyun, "I don't think I know what's what yet."
But now things have changed. Coach Wi Sung-woo proudly said, "Park Ji-hyun is the center of women's basketball." After the 2023 Park Shin-ja Cup final on the 3rd, head coach Wi Sung-woo said, "I think Park Ji-hyun is the biggest income of this tournament. I feel like I've grown a lot. There are still parts to scold and refine for doing wrong, but I felt that Park Ji-hyun has become the center of women's basketball. "I did quite well in off-season training, but it continued in the Park Shin-ja Cup," he praised.
Director Wi Sung-woo also said, "Park Ji-hyun may have difficulties, but she grows through those things." When I was young, I ran without knowing it, but now I run while controlling strength and weakness. He's grown up. "Now as a coach, as a leader, I feel quite rewarded," he added.
In fact, Park Ji-hyun was one of the best stars in the Park Shin-ja Cup. Woori Bank lost to Japan's prestigious Toyota Antelope 65-72 in the final and finished second, but Park Ji-hyun had 15 points and 8 rebounds. In the semifinals, he scored 18 points against Japanese champion Eneos Sunflower. Park Ji-hyun scored more than 26 points on average in the group qualifying round. It was unstoppable.
Even Eneos coach Hidenori Kashiwakura picked Park Ji-hyun and Kim Dan-bi (Woori Bank) as the most impressive players in the tournament. 스포츠토토
Park Ji-hyun has a lot to do for the new season. You have to help 'Ace' Kim Dan-bi to lead the team. Woori Bank left veteran Kim Jong-un (Bucheon Hana One-Q), creating a vacuum. Park Ji-hyun's shoulders also became heavy.
"10 years senior" Kim Dan-bi is also thankful for Park Ji-hyun. Even though he plays an important role at a young age, he is only commendable for silently following him. Kim Dan-bi said, "I rely on Park Ji-hyun a lot," adding, "It is comfortable to have Park Ji-hyun." I feel better from the side than last season. Woori Bank does not train much against Park Ji-hyun, but the national team does a lot of matchups. I think it's a good thing that Park Ji-hyun came to Woori Bank every time he attacked. "If it were another team, I should have stopped that player..." he said with sincerity.
Park Ji-hyun was also selected for the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games national team. The South Korean women's basketball team, led by head coach Jung Sun-min, failed to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics by finishing fifth at the Asian Cup in June. He aims to restore his pride in this Asian Games. Park Ji-hyun has a lot to do.
Park Ji-hyun, who gained strong strength as a "compliment from director Wi Sung-woo," said, "I think it's the best compliment. I won't just listen to director Wi Sung-woo's advice, but I'll be motivated. "I want to be a player who wants to repay you," he stressed.
