"Female fans, please stop visiting accommodations and conducting illegal recordings": Japan Volleyball Association makes rare appeal against excessive fan behavior, urging "We must go to the Olympics"

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The Japan Volleyball Association has made an unusual request for self-restraint in response to the excessive behavior of some fans.

On the 7th, Japanese Digest reported that "the Japan Volleyball Association posted a message on its official channel urging fans to observe proper etiquette."

According to the report, through a statement titled "A Message to Our Fans," the Japan Volleyball Association stated, "The current Japanese men's national team is participating in 'Fukuoka 2026 Asian Men's Volleyball Championship,' which determines qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles (LA) Olympics. We ask that fans refrain from waiting for players at their accommodations or taking photos and videos so that athletes can focus as much as possible on the matches."

It further added, "We also request your cooperation in refraining from actions that cause inconvenience to other guests or facility users."

Currently, Japan is aiming to secure a spot for the LA Olympics by recording two consecutive wins in the Asian Championship preliminary round being held in Fukuoka. The foundation for the Japanese national team's early two-game winning streak lies in the outstanding performances of key players and their solid teamwork. Various offensive options, including Rika Takahashi's unexpected fake Toss and Yuki Nishida's powerful spikes, have been driving forces behind the consecutive victories.

In response to the association's announcement during an important tournament, local volleyball fans also raised critical voices. Fans commented, "Players are facing a crucial match, yet this is still happening?" "They are not idols; please prioritize the athletes," "Do you really think players would be happy about this?" and "There are still too many female fans who fail to distinguish between athletes and idols."

Additionally, comments such as "If it's being posted on an official account, the situation must be very serious," "If you truly want to support them, stop causing trouble," and "You should not burden the players" called for more mature fan awareness.

Meanwhile, the Japanese men's national team, currently holding two wins in two games, will face Australia on the 8th.

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