SEVENTEEN's Seungkwan Shares Passion for Volleyball and Managerial Role in 'Coach Kim Yeon-koung'

Seungkwan, a member of the popular K-pop group SEVENTEEN, recently attended the press conference for MBC's new variety show 'Coach Kim Yeon-koung,' where he passionately spoke about his love for volleyball and his dedication to his role.

During the event, Seungkwan revealed that he is taking on the position of a volleyball team manager in the show, tasked with supporting the players during training and matches. He elaborated on his duties, which include preparing uniforms in the locker room, assisting with training preparations alongside the coaching staff, and even stepping in to wipe sweat and provide mental coaching during timeouts.

Despite SEVENTEEN's demanding schedule, Seungkwan expressed his deep fascination with the sport of volleyball. He remarked, 'There might be people who haven't watched it even once, but there's no one who has watched it just once,' highlighting the sport's captivating nature. He recalled watching the Tokyo Olympics with his fellow members, noting how the rules are easy to grasp and how one quickly gets drawn into the game.

Seungkwan also expressed his excitement for the broadcast, crediting the sport's inherent charm and the participation of star players like Kim Yeon-koung and Pyo Seung-ju, along with the coaching staff. He further emphasized his strong affection for volleyball by sharing anecdotes of experiencing muscle cramps from cheering intensely and nearly getting injured while retrieving balls.

Born in 1998, Seungkwan debuted with the group SEVENTEEN in 2015. He is known for his exceptional variety show skills and vocal talent, serving as a key vocalist and mood-maker in the group. Recently, he has been showcasing his versatility through various solo activities, including musical theater.