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At the victory parade, President Shono, 31 players (excluding Seung-hyun), team staff, and mayors from the hometown responded to the cheers of fans and supporters along the roadside.
They walked for about 30 minutes from the Kashima City Chamber of Commerce to Kashima Shrine, where they prayed for victory in front of the main hall.
The Tamagushi-ryo offering was performed by Shono, Coach Oiwa, and player representative Misao.
Shono addressed the assembled supporters, declaring his determination to win consecutive ACL titles and reclaim the league title.
After the victory prayer, they held another victory parade back to the Kashima City Chamber of Commerce.
The players wore scarves gifted by NEWYORKER to commemorate their 20th championship.
Returning to the Kashima City Chamber of Commerce, the players and staff held a victory report meeting from the 3rd floor balcony. Kashima City Mayor Nishikori, representing the hometown, and Coach Oiwa gave speeches.
Captain Uchida, who became captain this season, hoisted the ACL trophy and shared the joy with everyone gathered.
The victory report meeting concluded with a speech from Ogasawara, who retired last season.
