Olympic semifinal legend Libero Kim Hae-ran officially retired.. Tears welled up in the end
Feb 09, 2025
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Heungkuk Life Insurance held Kim Hae-ran's retirement ceremony after winning the women's match against Pepper Savings Bank in the Dodram 2024-2025 V-League at Samsan Gymnasium in Incheon on the 9th. Kim Hae-ran finished his career after 2023-2024 season.
Kim Hae-ran achieved the women's first 10,000 defense (receiving accuracy + dig) in the 2015-2016 season. He has recorded 16,118 defense overall, ranking second in history. He also holds the record for the most digs (54 times, February 1, 2016 Hyundai Construction match) in a game.
The national team took the lead in the semifinals of the 2012 London Olympics. In the preliminary round of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, South Korea played an important role in advancing to the finals for the third consecutive time.
Kim Hae-ran, who met with reporters before the event, said, `I came to organize what I wanted to say, but I don't think I can talk if I cry"I smiled and worried.
Following the retirement tribute video, Heungkuk Life delivered a message of support from its junior Kim Yeon-kyung, Kim Soo-ji, and director Avonja.
Kim Hae-ran's eyes became moist, but she did not burst into tears.
Kim Hae-ran "I'm nervous to see the fans standing on the court for the first time in a long time. When I watched the video, I cried, but I held it in. There were many days when I wanted to quit, but I came this far because of my family and fans. I'm glad that I finished my career well.'
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Kim Soo-ji also played more with her sister in the national team. The memories of playing on the court alone were overwhelming moments. I moved the team last year and I'm happy to be with you for the last time. Whatever you do, I will follow your example and support you."
Meanwhile, Kim Hae-ran announced that she would start her second life in volleyball.
Kim Hae-ran said "A player will retire, but he will not let go of volleyball. I hope you watch it. He said, "I'm happily retiring because my juniors did a good job."
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
