NTUS Returns to UBA Men's Top 4 After 7 Years, Captain Hu Jin-hao Plays Key Role
The National Taiwan University of Sport (NTUS) has returned to the UBA Men's First Division top 4 after a seven-year hiatus, with captain Hu Jin-hao being identified as a pivotal figure. Head coach Sang Mao-sen stated that he has learned to take on heavy responsibilities this year and considers competing at the Taipei Arena a career milestone.
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(Central News Agency reporter Chen Jung-chen, Taipei, April 16) The finals of the 114th academic year University Basketball Association (UBA) Men's and Women's First Division will kick off on April 18th. National Taiwan University of Sport (NTUS) returns to the Men's First Division top 4 after a seven-year absence. Captain Hu Jin-hao stated that he has learned to take on heavy responsibilities this year, and is already satisfied with making it to the Taipei Arena for the first time.
The 106th academic year UBA finals were first held at the Taipei Arena, where NTUS achieved its first-ever Men's First Division championship. The following year, they successfully reached the top 4. However, they subsequently missed out on the top 4 qualifications until this season, when captain Hu Jin-hao, a tall player, gradually united the team's morale. They advanced to the top 4 as the second seed, and are the only team in the Men's First Division with an entirely native roster.
NTUS head coach Sang Mao-sen stated at a press conference today that they aim to return to the top 4 every year. However, with the addition of foreign students, the UBA environment has changed significantly in recent years, requiring more effort. Furthermore, NTUS has always competed with an all-native lineup. He specifically named Hu Jin-hao as the soul figure who created team chemistry, not only shouldering the captain's responsibility but also developing defensive strategies against foreign players over the past three years.
Sang Mao-sen revealed that he never expected to reach this point. This year, the team is more eager than he had imagined. He encouraged the players to give their best in every game, play with enjoyment, and not put too much pressure on themselves. He jokingly added that before attending the press conference, he got a little lost around the Taipei Arena and couldn't find the entrance. "Now we are setting a new record, but I don't think this will be the last time."
Hu Jin-hao, serving as captain for the first time, mentioned that he has learned to take responsibility and made many changes. By improving communication with coaches and interactions with players, he gradually found a balance. Therefore, he is delighted to achieve the milestone of playing at the Taipei Arena for the first time in his career. He also highlighted assistant coach Wei Wei's significant contributions to the team, making him a behind-the-scenes hero for NTUS's outstanding performance this year. (Editor: Chang Ya-ching) 1150416
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(Central News Agency reporter Chen Jung-chen, Taipei, April 16) The finals of the 114th academic year University Basketball Association (UBA) Men's and Women's First Division will kick off on April 18th. National Taiwan University of Sport (NTUS) returns to the Men's First Division top 4 after a seven-year absence. Captain Hu Jin-hao stated that he has learned to take on heavy responsibilities this year, and is already satisfied with making it to the Taipei Arena for the first time.
The 106th academic year UBA finals were first held at the Taipei Arena, where NTUS achieved its first-ever Men's First Division championship. The following year, they successfully reached the top 4. However, they subsequently missed out on the top 4 qualifications until this season, when captain Hu Jin-hao, a tall player, gradually united the team's morale. They advanced to the top 4 as the second seed, and are the only team in the Men's First Division with an entirely native roster.
NTUS head coach Sang Mao-sen stated at a press conference today that they aim to return to the top 4 every year. However, with the addition of foreign students, the UBA environment has changed significantly in recent years, requiring more effort. Furthermore, NTUS has always competed with an all-native lineup. He specifically named Hu Jin-hao as the soul figure who created team chemistry, not only shouldering the captain's responsibility but also developing defensive strategies against foreign players over the past three years.
Sang Mao-sen revealed that he never expected to reach this point. This year, the team is more eager than he had imagined. He encouraged the players to give their best in every game, play with enjoyment, and not put too much pressure on themselves. He jokingly added that before attending the press conference, he got a little lost around the Taipei Arena and couldn't find the entrance. "Now we are setting a new record, but I don't think this will be the last time."
Hu Jin-hao, serving as captain for the first time, mentioned that he has learned to take responsibility and made many changes. By improving communication with coaches and interactions with players, he gradually found a balance. Therefore, he is delighted to achieve the milestone of playing at the Taipei Arena for the first time in his career. He also highlighted assistant coach Wei Wei's significant contributions to the team, making him a behind-the-scenes hero for NTUS's outstanding performance this year. (Editor: Chang Ya-ching) 1150416
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