Zhang Youchen Wins Enterprise Men's League MVP; Aims for Top 4 at Nagoya Asian Games
Volleyball player Zhang Youchen delivered an outstanding performance, leading Yunlin Mizuno to the championship and earning MVP, scoring king, and best outside hitter honors. He also aims for the top 4 at the Nagoya Asian Games.
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The Volleyball Association of the Republic of China held the awards ceremony for the 21st Enterprise A-League Volleyball League today. Zhang Youchen delivered a brilliant performance, not only helping Yunlin Mizuno win the championship but also earning the titles of scoring king and best outside hitter, and being selected as the Most Valuable Player (MVP). He also led the Taiwan Tech men's volleyball team to dominate the University Volleyball League (UVL), making it a fruitful season.
Zhang Youchen shared in a media interview today that the initial goal for the enterprise league was to reach the finals. He admitted he didn't have much confidence in winning the championship, especially playing on Pingtung Taipower's home court, and given that opponents were superior in physique and experience. Therefore, he didn't have high expectations initially, only hoping to perform his best. "I didn't expect that we could play so well without pressure."
Modestly calling himself lucky to win the MVP, Zhang Youchen especially thanked his teammates for their help, without which he wouldn't have been able to receive this award. He revealed that he is still contemplating his future plans, including staying in the enterprise league, challenging the professional stage, or even seeking overseas opportunities, all of which are options.
Next, Zhang Youchen will join the training team for the Nagoya Asian Games Taiwanese men's volleyball team, vying for a chance to compete on the Asian Games stage for the first time. He mentioned that his seniors won a bronze medal at the Jakarta Asian Games when he was a high school student, and he even went to the airport to pick them up, making him greatly admire the Asian Games. "I hope to challenge for the top 4. After setting a long-term goal, I will face it with a normal mindset."
Zhang Youchen led the Taiwanese men's volleyball team to achieve their second-best historical result of 6th place at last year's World University Games in Rhineland-Palatinate. Now, the same lineup is expected to reunite at the Nagoya Asian Games. He stated that if star player Zhang Yusheng confirms his participation, it would greatly boost the team's offensive power and bring infinite possibilities. "Regardless of whether I make the final roster, I will gradually adjust my condition to the game mode starting now." (Editor: Zhang Yajing) 1150412
Zhang Youchen shared in a media interview today that the initial goal for the enterprise league was to reach the finals. He admitted he didn't have much confidence in winning the championship, especially playing on Pingtung Taipower's home court, and given that opponents were superior in physique and experience. Therefore, he didn't have high expectations initially, only hoping to perform his best. "I didn't expect that we could play so well without pressure."
Modestly calling himself lucky to win the MVP, Zhang Youchen especially thanked his teammates for their help, without which he wouldn't have been able to receive this award. He revealed that he is still contemplating his future plans, including staying in the enterprise league, challenging the professional stage, or even seeking overseas opportunities, all of which are options.
Next, Zhang Youchen will join the training team for the Nagoya Asian Games Taiwanese men's volleyball team, vying for a chance to compete on the Asian Games stage for the first time. He mentioned that his seniors won a bronze medal at the Jakarta Asian Games when he was a high school student, and he even went to the airport to pick them up, making him greatly admire the Asian Games. "I hope to challenge for the top 4. After setting a long-term goal, I will face it with a normal mindset."
Zhang Youchen led the Taiwanese men's volleyball team to achieve their second-best historical result of 6th place at last year's World University Games in Rhineland-Palatinate. Now, the same lineup is expected to reunite at the Nagoya Asian Games. He stated that if star player Zhang Yusheng confirms his participation, it would greatly boost the team's offensive power and bring infinite possibilities. "Regardless of whether I make the final roster, I will gradually adjust my condition to the game mode starting now." (Editor: Zhang Yajing) 1150412