From training to interpreting, Unsung Hero Jeon Ju-won, coach Lim Young-hee, and coach Wi Sung-woo contributed to Woori Bank's victory
Feb 17, 2025
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Asan Woori Bank defeated Cheongju KB Stars on the 16th and won the '2024-2025 Women's Professional Basketball Regular League'. Woori Bank regained the top spot in two years after the 2022-2023 season. Woori Bank, the most winning team in the regular league, increased this record to '15'.
After the victory, all the spotlights went to the squad, including Coach Wi Sung-woo and 'Ace'Kim Dan-bi. But there is a name that can never be left out. It's Jeon Ju-won, Lim Young-hee, two coaches.
The former coach is a legendary Korean women's basketball legend. When he was active, he became famous as a "number one guard". In the 2000 Sydney Olympics, South Korea led the team to the semifinals. In particular, in the match against Cuba, he recorded 10 points, 10 rebounds, and 11 assists, achieving the first 'triple double' in the history of the Korean men's and women's basketball Olympics.
After retirement, he turned into a leader and is focusing his efforts on nurturing juniors. In 2012, he was appointed as Woori Bank's coach and helped build the dynasty. He is generously transferring his know-how to his juniors while developing his skills through constant self-effort. More roles have been played this season. With his outstanding Japanese skills, he is also active as an Asian quarter player 'interpretation'.
Coach Lim is an icon of 'Waitness'. He stayed on the bench for more than 10 years after entering the professional league. There was no giving up. After moving to Woori Bank, he was reborn as an ace under coach Wi. In the 2012-2013 season, he won MVP in the regular league and championship game in succession. Coach Lim started his leadership career at Woori Bank after retiring from active duty. It serves as a bridge between the coaching staff and the team.
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The performances of the two coaches are not just beneficial to Woori Bank. As the number of successful cases of female leaders increases, the choice of junior players after retirement can be wider.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
