My name is Yusuke Sakakibara, but you can
call me Luke which is my nickname. I am a Gastown Business College practicum
student and I am extremely excited to work at Football BC for the next three
months. I wanted to give a brief introduction of myself and, after reading my
blog, hopefully you know a little more about me.
First of all, I must say that working in
a sports management company is definitely my calling because sports has had a
great influence on me since I was a child. When I was an elementary student, I
played baseball and if, I may say so myself, I was quite talented because I
received quite a few awards. However, I had no choice but to quit playing due
to a severe shoulder problem. After that, I almost hated to play sports until
soccer saved my neck! Through playing soccer, I was able to grow as an
individual and learn the importance of dedication, effort, teamwork and
cooperation with all people involved. As a result, our high school soccer team
was able to win the prefectural championships. It was a memorable experience
that I will never forget!
Back in Japan, I was a firefighter.
Unfortunately, I ended up quitting that prestigious career because at that time
I did not have a strong enough mentality to handle the hardships and
expectations as a firefighter. Hence, I lost most all confidence that I have
been building since I was a child and suffered from a great deal of depression.
However, the athletes’ documentaries and autobiographies helped me get back to
reality. They taught me that all my efforts will pay off as long as I never
give up in the face of adversity and to just make quality effort to make my
life brighter. So since then, while keeping them in mind and to regain my
confidence, I started to study English because it is one of the most difficult
and challenging things to succeed in especially for most Japanese people. I
managed to get back on my feet and I was able to speak English quite well after
two and half years thanks in part not only to my renewed motivation but also to
all those who supported me.
Without sports, I believe I wouldn’t have
overcome the challenging situation I experienced nor have the chance now to
work at Football BC as a Communications Assistant. I really appreciate this
refreshing opportunity.
Finally, I am studying everything I can
to know about Canadian football especially the rules and how to play it. I did
not know anything about Canadian football and just thought it was very hard and
dangerous. But my mindset has completely changed and now I realized football is
one of the most intelligent, fun and exciting sports. I must say that I am a
big fun of football right now.
I would like to convey the attractive
points of football to you, especially those who do not have any knowledge about
it. Like me, I am sure you will be crazy about football and start watching or
playing it. It would be great if I could share how I feel about Canadian
football.
My ultimate goal is to contribute to the
upcoming 2020 Tokyo Olympics thus I am aiming to get many experiences and
skills under my belt from seasoned and competent team members. It will be
challenging, but definitely rewarding and invaluable. I believe I will do it
because I have evolved into a diligent, tenacious and resilient individual who
goes the extra mile all the time and now never gives up. I promise to you I
will do my best to make you enjoy and motivated by reading my blog from now on.
Do you have any questions and advices? Do
not hesitate to ask comments or advices to me! See you next time. Have an
inspiring day.
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