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Wei Chuan Dragons captain Giljegiljaw Kungkuan nearing return, praises 'little captains'

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Wei Chuan Dragons captain Giljegiljaw Kungkuan is nearing a return to the team after a two-month injury layoff.
  • Kungkuan praised teammates Guo Tian-xin and Jiang Shao-hong for maintaining team morale and traditions during his absence.
  • He highlighted the team's post-game huddle tradition as crucial for mutual encouragement, regardless of game outcomes.

Wei Chuan Dragons captain Giljegiljaw Kungkuan is on the verge of returning to the team after a two-month recovery period due to injury. Kungkuan appeared at Tianmu Stadium before a game, participating in pre-game warm-ups, and indicated that his physical condition is improving.

Kungkuan expressed gratitude for technological advancements that kept him informed about the team's progress while he was away. He specifically commended teammates Guo Tian-xin and Jiang Shao-hong for their efforts in upholding team traditions and spirit during his absence. "We had this habit in 2023, and Tian-xin and Shao-hong have done a great job, not letting the team fall apart," Kungkuan stated.

We had this habit in 2023, and Tian-xin and Shao-hong have done a great job, not letting the team fall apart. We have 'little captains' in our team, so it's not always just me. When they have the opportunity to speak up, they aren't shy and have helped the team grow a lot.

โ€” Giljegiljaw KungkuanDescribing his teammates' leadership during his injury absence.

He elaborated on the team's practice of forming a circle after games for encouragement, a tradition he helped establish. Kungkuan noted that his teammates, particularly Guo and Jiang, have effectively taken on leadership roles, ensuring the team's continued growth. "We have 'little captains' in our team, so it's not always just me. When they have the opportunity to speak up, they aren't shy and have helped the team grow a lot," he said.

Kungkuan emphasized the importance of this team-building ritual, especially in managing player psychology. "Everyone is used to it, and they encourage each other even after a loss, not dwelling on mistakes. The most tiring thing for a player is overthinking. Having this opportunity to talk things through together is great," he added.

Everyone is used to it, and they encourage each other even after a loss, not dwelling on mistakes. The most tiring thing for a player is overthinking. Having this opportunity to talk things through together is great.

โ€” Giljegiljaw KungkuanExplaining the value of the team's post-game huddle tradition.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.