14-year-old / Ayano Nakagawa who works hard with "my dream" and "everyone's expectations" in mind

Ayano Nakagawa started snowboarding at the age of 4 and has been snowboarding for 10 years this year.Close up on her who continued to work hard with the goal of becoming a professional snowboarder!


— You've been snowboarding since you were little, but what made you want to "do your best" and "become a professional"?
: I started snowboarding under the influence of my father, but when I skated with a professional snowboarder in the winter of the 4th grade, I thought, "I want to get better at snowboarding! Let's do our best."At the same time, I wanted to be a professional snowboarder.

—What kind of season was the 19-20 season?
: For the first time on an overseas expedition, I went to China for snow training and got a professional qualification.At the "FIS SAJ 2020 JAPAN SLOPE STYLE Asian cap Niseko HANAZONO" held in Hokkaido, I won the XNUMXth place and felt that my ability was valid.

— At the age of 14, you may want to play with your school friends, and you may find it difficult to practice.Why do you still feel like "I want to do my best on snowboarding"?
: Because I have a desire to make my dream come true.And I want to meet the expectations of my family, friends, and coaches who support me.

—What kind of training did you do every day during the season?
: On weekdays, I trained after school, and on Saturdays and Sundays, I went to the snow to practice.

—What kind of training do you plan to do during the off-season and what kind of preparations do you plan to prepare before the season in?
: I want to build a body that does not hurt and practice at the jump facility so that I can win any tournament by the season.

— What kind of rider do you want to be in the future?
: I want to be a rider who is respected and admired by everyone.The rider I admire is Anna Gasser.I long for a place that is always attacking.

— What are your goals now?
: Joining the national team.

— What gear are you using now?
: The board is ARCHITECT, The binding isNX SIX, BootsEIGHT BOA.

—What do you like about each?
: I like the board where carving is very easy.I mainly do slopestyle, but I really like free runs.Therefore, if it is easy to carve, you will feel better from the morning.I like the binding where the hardness of the high back can be adjusted.Also, I like the place that is very easy to wear.I like the boots because I can adjust the hardness to my liking so I can slide freely.You can do anything with these three!It is highly recommended for people who want to do their best in the park from now on.

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Ayano Nakagawa / Born December 2005, 12, from Tokyo.
■ Height / 153cm ■ Stance / 48cm ■ Angle / Front 9 degrees, Back-9 degrees ■ Home Mountain / Kandatsu, Hoshino Resort ■ Favorite style / BS900 mute