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Volleyball Player Jeon Su-min Aims to Be a 'Bomber' in Her Fourth Season
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Volleyball Player Jeon Su-min Aims to Be a 'Bomber' in Her Fourth Season

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Volleyball player Jeon Su-min is determined to make her mark in her fourth professional season with IBK Altos.
  • Despite facing strong competition from veteran players in her position, Jeon aims to step up and showcase her talent.
  • She was a highly touted prospect, selected in the first round of the 2023-2024 rookie draft.

As she enters her fourth professional season, IBK Altos player Jeon Su-min is ready to shed the "maknae" (youngest) label and prove her worth on the court. With a roster featuring seasoned veterans in her position, Jeon recognizes the urgency to elevate her game and contribute significantly to the team.

"I'm not the youngest anymore. I can't just follow my seniors forever. This is my fourth year as a professional player, so..." Jeon stated, emphasizing her readiness for a more prominent role. The competitive landscape within the team presents a challenge, but also an opportunity for the 21-year-old to demonstrate the potential that led to her being selected as the third overall pick in the first round of the 2023-2024 rookie draft.

Jeon's ambition is clear: to become a "bomber" who can attack from both the front and back rows. This aspiration reflects a desire to be a dynamic and impactful player, capable of contributing offensively from anywhere on the court. The upcoming season is her chance to translate this ambition into tangible results and establish herself as a key player for IBK Altos.

I'm not the youngest anymore. I can't just follow my seniors forever. This is my fourth year as a professional player, so...

โ€” Jeon Su-minExpressing her determination to take on a more significant role in her fourth professional season.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.