Thank you for inviting me to such a meaningful tournament. As a football player, I have always thought about how I might use football as a platform to help someone. I am also deeply honored to have this opportunity to learn about Miyagi's culture and history. I would like to thank the committee members for all their efforts. Let's make it a wonderful day together!

I am a graduate of Tokiwagi Gakuen, and I experienced the disaster in the year I enrolled. At 15, I could do nothing but grieve, and I clearly remember how frustrating that felt. Amid the terror of a natural disaster beyond our control, I was touched by so many people's kindness, and I strongly felt that I wanted to repay it someday. Now, after all this time, having been given the chance to contribute something through football like this, I am deeply grateful I kept playing. I sincerely thank everyone who organizes this tournament.

I am very happy to be taking part in the Taylor Anderson Cup this time. Just after graduating from Seiwa Gakuen High School and moving to Saitama, the disaster struck, and I still clearly remember feeling an emotion I couldn't put into words. The words "Live your dream" on Taylor's memorial gave me great courage, and I decided to take part, hoping to be of even a little help. I look forward to playing alongside players who each carry their own feelings toward the disaster-affected area, as well as foreign players visiting for the first time.

To pursue my dream of becoming a football player, I enrolled at JFA Academy Fukushima during junior high and high school. It was a time when the academy had temporarily relocated to Shizuoka because of the disaster, but the people of Fukushima gave us generous support, allowing me to spend a meaningful time there. I hope that, in turn, I can show those very people my play and become someone who gives them even a little dream and hope. I am grateful to everyone involved for this precious opportunity, and I want to enjoy it!

Twelve years have passed since the 2011 disaster. Through a fortunate connection, I am taking part in the Taylor Anderson Cup this time! I am grateful to everyone involved for their efforts in making this tournament happen. I want to enjoy football and play with all my strength, never forgetting my gratitude, and make it a day that brings many smiles and energy to those who come to watch. I also hope this becomes a chance for people to take interest in the growth of women's football and football overseas! I'm really looking forward to it!

Thank you for inviting me to such a meaningful tournament. As a football player, I have always thought about how I might use football as a platform to help someone. I am also deeply honored to have this opportunity to learn about Miyagi's culture and history. I would like to thank the committee members for all their efforts. Let's make it a wonderful day together!

As a student, I had the chance to play football with children in Kesennuma, and I learned that the number of football players — and the environments to play in — were declining. At the time, all I could do was share the joy of football, but I hope the Taylor Anderson Cup can be a chance for people to discover women's football and want to keep playing. I am grateful for this connection, and I will give it my all!!

Through a fortunate connection, I am taking part in the Taylor Anderson Cup this time — I'm Moe Inoue. Last year, I played here in Onagawa as a member of Waseda University's women's football club.　Beyond the match itself, I got to experience Onagawa's history and culture, and it became a town I truly love!"From Onagawa to the World" To help make Onagawa a place connected to the world, I will play my hardest and do my best to captivate everyone! Thank you for your support!

I am very happy to have this precious opportunity to take part. Because of the disaster, I was unable to spend my junior high and high school years in Fukushima, but thanks to the cooperation and support of those around me, I was able to live comfortably in Shizuoka.
I feel that I am still able to continue playing the football I love thanks to everyone around me. There isn't much I can do, but I would be happy if watching me play brings even a little joy and energy to people. I look forward to meeting everyone on the day.

Having played for Rayo Vallecano and Real Betis, I am now in Mexico, and I am deeply honored to have this opportunity to play alongside Japanese players in Onagawa. [EN] I am also proud to be able to contribute to society through football. I believe that everyone grows by helping one another. Especially at times like now, amid disasters happening around the world, I think it's important to try to help others in whatever way we can. I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to the committee members for their efforts in holding this event. See you in Japan!

I am very happy to once again have the chance to play in Onagawa this year. Through this Taylor Anderson Cup, I hope to bring energy and encouragement to as many people as possible.
I am also deeply grateful that we are able to play thanks to the cooperation of the people of Onagawa and our sponsors. Through football at Onagawa Stadium, I want to play in a way that brings smiles to everyone who comes to watch!