Kim Yeon-koung and Kim Soo-ji, who play for Heungkuk Life Insurance in women's volleyball, are best friends in the volleyball community. From Ansan Seo Elementary School to Wongok Middle School, Suwon Hanil Technical High School currently Hanbom High School, to professional teams and the national team, they have spent most of their careers together. As Kim Yeon-koung, who became a free agent last offseason, stayed with Heungkuk Life Insurance and Heungkuk Life Insurance recruited Kim Soo-ji, they became the first team members.

The match against Pepper Savings Bank, which ended with Heungkuk Life's nine-game winning streak on the 5th. In front of the two players stretching after the game, a team official unfolded a placard that fans were waving in the stands. It was a placard that said "Best Friendship" in a picture taken by the two players in high school.

The two, who burst into laughter in front of their juniors at the appearance of short-cut and unsophisticated past photos, were also immersed in memories for a while. Kim Yeon-kyung said, "I'm worried that fans will keep looking for these photos and making placards," but left a commemorative photo with Kim Soo-ji.

Kim Yeon-koung, who is still an active female volleyball player, is in her 19th year as a professional golfer. Born in 1988, Kim made her debut with Heungkuk Life Insurance in the 2005-2006 season, the second season since the launch of the V-League. She started her stellar career by winning both Rookie of the Year and regular league MVP in her first year. Since then, she has won five awards including MVP in three consecutive seasons, making her the most MVP in the V-League.

Kim Yeon-koung continues to reign as one of the best players in the league, leading Heungkuk Life. On the same day, she boasted a high attack success rate 51.85% and scored 17 points. She is currently ranked first 44.69% attack success rate in the attack category that was mostly filled by foreign players. She not only boasts a tall attack height of 192 centimeters but also has defensive capabilities, including receiving a volleyball sense, displaying her unwavering presence.

Many fans send congratulatory messages to Kim Yeon-koung on her 18th year of professional debut. As time has passed, the word "retirement" cannot be erased even from her mind. Kim Yeon-koung said she was considering retirement during the last season but stood on the court again. The media and fans are paying keen attention to Kim Yeon-koung's retirement issues.

"I'm getting congratulated for playing for 18 years and I'm also embarrassed," Kim said with a smile. "I feel like I've done it for a long time. Fans are asking me to fill 20 years. I'll do my best this season for now because I'm old," Kim said. He declined to give detailed answers as usual. 토토사이트

Heungkuk Life Insurance accumulated 33 points by posting an overwhelming 12 wins and one loss. However, the gap with runner-up Hyundai E&C 29 points, 9 wins and 4 losses is not that big. The third round, which has just begun, will likely be the outcome of the race for the lead. "Compared to the last season when we won the regular league, our performance has seen ups and downs. This is something we need to complement," Kim said, conscious of the increased number of five-set matches recently. "I cannot help but pay attention to Hyundai E&C's pursuit. It is important not to lose points in every game. That is why we must not lose concentration," Kim said.