After being introduced by the children, both players gave demonstrations including juggling. In the middle of the event, they also had a juggling contest with some children who are active in a youth soccer club.
Next, they played mini-soccer, and since there were many children good at soccer, the Antlers team had goals scored against them one after another. Along the way, with children from other grades also coming to watch, both players gradually got serious and counterattacked the 6th-grade team. Every time a goal was scored by either team, the gymnasium erupted in cheers and became very lively.
After the mini-game, everyone played dodgeball. The players passed to the outfield and coordinated well, and there was applause for Kubota, who showed off a super catch.
After two fun events, it was time for the Q&A session with the players. Both players answered each question very carefully and clearly. When asked, "What is a dream?", both of them pondered for a while.
Kubota said, "Dreams are something you find. And it's important to set your own goals and work hard." Motoyama sent a message saying, "What do you want to be now? Dream big. If you work hard every day towards what you want to do and what you want to be, it will definitely come true. Don't give up and keep trying." It was very impressive to see the children listening with very serious expressions.
Motoyama giving a message to the children
Motoyama and Kubota presented autographed shikishi boards and pennants to the children, and finally, a commemorative photo was taken with all the sixth graders, bringing the event to a close.
Both players receiving bouquets from a student representative
Even as they left the school, the players were surrounded and called out to by the students, showing their popularity. They continued to smile, shake hands, and greet everyone until the very end.
