By Aileen Bedwell and Kaia Lee
With the winter season approaching rapidly, the Westmont boys soccer team prepares to return to the fields for another year of competition in the Mt. Hamilton League. Taku Nomoto, a member of the Westmont boys varsity soccer team, joins us to share his thoughts, his expectations, and what he hopes to accomplish.
What got you into soccer?
My dad got me into soccer when I was young, and I’ve enjoyed playing ever since.
What are some goals for this year, as a team and individually?
As a team, our goal is to win the league and make CCS. Individually, I want to continue developing as a leader and help the team in any way I can.
Do you have any professional soccer players you look up to?
A player I look up to is Lionel Messi. I admire his creativity, vision, and ability to impact the game.
What’s your favorite part of being on this team?
My favorite part is definitely my teammates and the fun we have together, both on and off the field.
What’s the hardest part about being a part of this team?
The hardest part about being a part of this team is staying consistent throughout the season and making sure I bring the same level of effort and focus to every practice and game.
How often do you practice?
I practice around 4 times a week.
How do you celebrate your wins?
We usually celebrate our wins by going out to eat after games. It’s a fun way to spend time with each other outside of soccer.
Come support the two-time league champions at one of their games this season!