Once aspiring journalist, rifle shooter hoping to pen memorable story at Asian Games
JINCHEON — Before she picked up competitive shooting in her second year in high school, Kwon Yuna had taken interest in journalism. As a freshman in 2020, Kwon, who enjoyed reading and writing growing up, joined her school's journalism club and took an immediate liking to the craft. She started dreaming of a future as a reporter. It all changed in 2021, as she found her calling in rifle shooting…
JINCHEON — Prior to embracing competitive shooting, Kwon Yuna harbored aspirations in journalism. In her freshman year of high school back in 2020, the aspiring reporter, who harbored a fondness for reading and writing, joined her school’s journalism club. She promptly found herself enamored with the profession. However, her career path veered towards rifle shooting in 2021.
Prior to this, Kwon's acquaintance with the sport was limited to a school field trip to a shooting range, where she took turns firing shots. Although her initial performance was subpar, Kwon was immediately captivated by the sport. By 2022, she had already begun to make her mark in national junior competitions, winning medals and setting records.
At 21 years old, Kwon is poised to make her Asian Games debut in Japan in September, competing in the women's 10-meter air rifle event. Although her journalistic ambitions may no longer align with her future, she will undoubtedly find herself featured in sports news stories should she succeed in clinching a podium finish at the Ajinogawa Nagoya Asian Games. Kwon expresses her immense dedication and hopes that her efforts will bear fruit.
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