Not me,
I will work hard for my teammates.

College of Health and Welfare First Grade
Cheerleading Department
Graduate of Minoh Jiyu Gakuen High School

Ms. Kie Tanaka

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Becoming engrossed in cheerleading

I started cheerleading in the first grade of elementary school after being invited by a friend. I enjoyed performing in front of people, and I became so passionate about cheerleading that I even took gymnastics and tumbling classes to improve my skills. The appeal of cheerleading is that we can perform routines that we could never accomplish alone, by working together as a team. I think it's one of the few sports that can give energy, courage, and smiles to those who watch us.

I learned about J. F. Oberlin University because Himki Ezaki, a senior who was cheerleading with me on the same team in high school, had gone on to college. Unlike high schools where students practiced with coaches, J. F. Oberlin University took the lead in practicing with students. I thought, "I want to cheer like that too," and decided to enroll.

Aiming to be a kind and supportive middle-aged person

I play the middle position, responsible for connecting the top and the base. J. F. Oberlin University is known for being 'beautiful,' but especially if the middle is not solid, her acting is unstable. We aim to be a middle with a sense of kindness, trusted by both the top and the base.

Many members continued cheerleading through high school, and when we first enrolled, it was difficult to understand the differences in each member's perspective on cheerleading. Still, J. F. Oberlin University 's cheerleading department can communicate regardless of grade level, allowing them to exchange opinions as needed. Everyone gets along well, and when a stunts (a technique where one or more bassists support the top from a higher position) is decided, everyone can celebrate together, making daily practice enjoyable. I'm also conscious of acting that doesn't result in point deductions. By checking videos of practice and competitions, I improve my beauty to improve my acting quality.

Entrusting each other's lives

I am currently enrolled in College of Health and Welfare and am studying nutrition and related subjects. Because I had faced physical concerns and injuries before, I wanted to gain deeper knowledge about the body. I want to learn about the relationship between nutrient intake and health, and in the future, I hope to work in sports-related fields.

Trust is essential in cheerleading. Because it's a sport where we entrust our lives to each other, it's important to think, "I'll do my best for this team." While it's necessary to work hard to improve my own skills, I've always valued working hard with the thought of "I'll do my best for this team." The time we have to perform with the upperclassmen is limited. I will do my best to place highly in the Kanto Championships and achieve good results in the JAPAN CUP in August.

Interview date:
This was done in June 2024 for the "Obirin Sports" website.

Not me,I will work hard for my teammates.

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Becoming engrossed in cheerleading

Aiming to be a kind and supportive middle-aged person

Entrusting each other's lives

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Not me,
I will work hard for my teammates.