This event, part of the philosophy sponsorship activities (*) conducted with companies affiliated with the ANTLERS BUSINESS CLUB, was launched due to the declining population of young people who will lead the next generation being a regional issue, and provided an opportunity for interaction.
We solicited 20 single men and 20 single women by lottery, and received numerous applications from across the country, primarily from our hometown.
To hold the event at Kashima Stadium, we set up a timetable based on soccer rules.
【Schedule】
・First Impression Time (60 minutes)
・First Half (45 minutes): Self-introductions & Stadium Tour
・Half-time (15 minutes): Strategy Meeting in the Player's Locker Room
・Second Half (45 minutes): Quiz & Free Time
・Additional Time (15 minutes): Confession Time
・Penalty Shootout: Extended Attack Time
Unfortunately, there were some cancellations on the day, and the first half had to switch from individual self-introductions to a group format. However, the participants were truly wonderful in flexibly adapting to the sudden change in rules.
On the day of the event, K3 Cafe, a beloved cafe in Kashima City, kindly provided coffee service. They meticulously prepared each cup, hoping that these encounters would lead to good relationships. Conversations among participants flowed smoothly over delicious coffee.
Half-time was a strategy meeting for the second half in both teams' player locker rooms! The "coaches" for both teams gave instructions: the men's team was told, "It's important to be proactive!" and the women's team was told, "Open your hearts a little more than usual and enjoy yourselves!"
The second half consisted of a quiz related to Antlers and a time for mingling.
And finally, it was additional time. This was the confession time for the men's team to the women. Many cheers were given for the brave men's approaches.
This time, 12 couples successfully matched.
To all who participated, thank you very much for your courageous applications. It's difficult to get to know everything about each other in a short time, but we hope this event expanded your circle of acquaintances, and we would be delighted if you could come watch a game together next year.
The ANTLERS BUSINESS CLUB will continue to conduct activities aimed at community and social contribution.
(*) What is a philosophy sponsorship activity?
The ANTLERS BUSINESS CLUB allocates a portion of its membership fees as "philosophy sponsorship funds" to activities aimed at community and social contribution.
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