Losing to Senshu University, Unable to Break the Bad Streak / Kanto University Division 1 League

Meiji University’s basketball team faced off against Senshu University in the Kanto University Division 1 League, but unfortunately lost 50-74. Despite their best efforts, they were unable to break their bad streak.

The match took place on September 1st at Hakuoh University Daigyoji Campus, with Meiji University’s starters being PG Hiramatsu Katsuki, SG Harima Daichi, SG Muto Shuntaro, PF Ito Haruki, and PF Ogawara Kanta.

Muto Shuntaro, who took the lead with a step-back 3-point shot at the start of the game, reflected on the match, saying, “Yesterday we lost because of my mistake, so today I was mentally determined to shoot aggressively.”

Despite their efforts, Meiji University struggled with Senshu University’s physical defense and ended the first half with an 18-point lead. In the second half, they tried to close the gap in points, but were unable to compete with Senshu University’s high-quality basketball.

The team’s next match is against Yamanashi Gakuin University, and they are determined to make a comeback. Morita Kira, a 2nd-year student at Hokuriku Gakuin, said, “I think we can beat them if we don’t rush, so I want to do my best and do what I need to do.”

Post-match comments from Muto and Morita highlighted the team’s struggles and areas for improvement. Muto noted that the team needs to work on playing with loose balls and being more gritty, while Morita emphasized the importance of rebounding and cheering up the team when they’re having a bad day.

Meiji University’s basketball team is determined to turn their season around and reach the top four in the league. With their next match against Yamanashi Gakuin University, they are focused on making a comeback and achieving their goals.