Kim Yeon-koung's Stern Words Bring Lee Jin to Tears on 'Rookie Director Kim Yeon-koung'
On the MBC entertainment show 'Rookie Director Kim Yeon-koung', volleyball legend Kim Yeon-koung, now directing the team 'Feasel Wonderdogs', delivered sharp critiques to player Lee Jin, ultimately causing the player to break down in tears.
During the broadcast on the 9th, Coach Kim repeatedly instructed Lee Jin on plays, particularly emphasizing central attacks. However, when Lee Jin failed to follow instructions and made repeated errors, Coach Kim's voice grew louder from the bench, exclaiming, "I told you to pass it again!" After more mistakes in blocking and service errors from targeted serves, Kim Yeon-koung called a timeout.
During the timeout, Kim Yeon-koung intensely questioned Lee Jin, "What did I tell you to watch? How many points is it now?" creating a tense atmosphere. Although team captain Pyo Seung-ju tried to comfort Lee Jin, saying, "Jin, you have to see it through. Accept it positively," Lee Jin couldn't hold back her emotions and was seen wiping away tears.
In a post-game interview, Lee Jin honestly shared her difficult feelings: "This isn't why I came here. I came to do better, but is this the right way? I kept falling into that thought... Everything is visible outside, but once I'm in the game, it doesn't work out as I expect."
Korean netizens reacted with empathy, commenting, "It must have been tough for both the coach and the player," and "Poor Lee Jin." Others acknowledged Kim Yeon-koung's leadership, stating, "But Coach Kim Yeon-koung's leadership is amazing."
Lee Jin is a former professional volleyball player who joined the 'Feasel Wonderdogs' team to compete under coach Kim Yeon-koung. Kim Yeon-koung, revered as the 'Queen of Volleyball' during her playing career, led Korean volleyball to international prominence. This variety show highlights her charismatic and leadership qualities as a coach. The episode resonated with viewers, showcasing the player's struggles and the coach's rigorous coaching style.