An athlete from the distinguished Aoyama Gakuin University (AGU), widely recognized as the "Blue Titans", has publicly expressed gratitude towards their coach for suspecting and addressing an illness that had been affecting their performance. The incident comes on the heels of a series of competitive events where the player's underperformance was evident, prompting the coach to intervene. Thanks to this preemptive action, the athlete is currently under treatment and hopes to make a full recovery.

In Japan, sports are highly valued and the relationship between a coach and their players can often be pivotal. This story portrays the depth of bond often seen between Japanese coaches and their athletes, where coaches not only train athletes physically but also take care of their health and well-being, considering it a part of their responsibility.

Similarly in the US or EU, athletes and coaches share a bond extending beyond the playing field. Coaches often play a significant role in an athlete's physical health, mental well-being, and performance. The key differentiator in this context might be the cultural emphasis in Japan on gratitude and public acknowledgment of such actions.