Kim Joon-young (G, 182cm), who led the victory, conveyed his impressions and determination for the remaining games.스포츠토토
Konkuk University won 79-49 in the 2023 KUSF University Basketball U-League match against Hanyang University held at Konkuk University Glocal Campus Gymnasium on the 7th. Kim Joon-young played a decisive role in the victory by scoring 18 points, the most of both teams.
Konkuk University, which finished 18-10 in the first quarter, widened the gap and seized the victory in the second quarter. Konkuk University, which led 27-10 in the second quarter, already had a 25-point lead at the end of the first half. Even in the second half of Hanyang University’s struggle, it was not easy to overturn this difference.
Joon-Young Kim played a crucial role in the excitement of the second quarter at Konkuk University. Kim Joon-young led the team’s offense by scoring 9 points, including 2 3-pointers, in the 2nd quarter alone. There was not much difference from Hanyang University’s overall score in the second quarter (10 points).
Kim Joon-young said, “It was a situation where it would be difficult to advance to the playoffs if we lost to Hanyang University. So he did a lot of analysis and tried to raise the mood even during practice. He said, “I feel good because it went well as I prepared.”
It was an important confrontation not only for Konkuk University but also for Hanyang University. Both teams were desperate for victory in the ranking race to advance to the playoffs. It was a game that was expected to be a fierce battle, but when the lid was opened, Konkuk University was a complete victory. Kim Joon-young also showed a reaction of surprise. Kim Joon-young said, “It was an important game for Hanyang University, so he honestly expected a tough game. He didn’t know that he would win big.”
Next, Kim Joon-young said, “The coach told Fredina (Choi) Seung-bin not to rely on his brother for rebounds and to actively participate in rebounds as well. He also emphasized the loose ball fight.” Konkuk University, which faithfully followed coach Hwang Jun-sam’s instructions, secured a foothold for victory with a near-double lead in rebounding (49-27).
On this day, Kim Jun-young also showed a good shot feeling. He made 4 of 6 2-point attempts, and also made 60% (3/5) of his 3-pointers. Kim Jun-young said, “I practiced a lot since winter training. He is still lacking, but he looked back, saying, “It seems that the steady image training has been working.”
Konkuk University finished its home games this season with Hanyang Daejeon. Thanks to the support of the fans who always fill the gym, Konkuk University has won 5 of the 6 wins at home this season. Kim Joon-young said, “The home win rate is high, but I think this is all thanks to the fans. He said, “Thank you so much for your support throughout the first half.”
Konkuk University, which recovered its winning rate to 50%, ends the season with a head-to-head matchup against Korea University and Kyunghee University. At least one win is required to advance to the playoffs. Korea University, which is on a winning streak, is Konkuk University, which must defeat Kyunghee University even if it is difficult.
However, Kim Jun-young had a different idea. “Korea University has no intention of collapsing,” said Kim Joon-young, who said, “Korea University is a strong team, but Konkuk University is going to stick with it until the end. The last match against Kyung Hee is also important to the ranking fight, so I will do my best.”
Konkuk University performed a miracle by destroying Yonsei University in the playoffs last season. Can Konkuk University, with Kim Joon-yeong at the forefront, break Korea University’s winning streak this season and create another miracle?