It’s a new day and as new season approaches Accra Hearts of
Oak are clear on their intent to give their fans something to be happy about.
Last season Hearts finished th and had their fans frustrated through out the
campaign. Their last season ensures they don’t take part in Africa which in my
view is a big blow to the management and how they could attract sponsorship.
Now with a new coach Japanese in Kenichi Yatsuhashi , the big question is what to expect from
him?
The Japanese coach has started pre – season training with
the Phobians and in a statement he said He will try his best to make the fans
happy by achieving their expectations and in turn make them happy.
Who is Keni?
Well according to his Wiki; Kenichi Yatsuhashi is Japanese
of origin but lived most of his days in the United States of America, he hold a USSF A and
National Youth coaching license , a CONCACAF International coaching license ,
an NSCAA Goalkeeping diploma , and a KNBV advanced diploma.
His last held
position was in August 2015 with May Societa Ise FC junior Youth U15 and
Judging from his job positions he is definitely new to the Afican terrain. Even
though he has lots of coaching experience with youth teams , ladies teams and
tactical experience. I believe he’s still got a lot to learn from this part of
our contenient and how our style of football differs from Japan or USA.
A definite positive he will be bring to the club is his
ability to develop players, it’s a great booster for Hearts of Oak youth teams
and the goalkeeping department for the Senior team.
During his turner I expect to see more youthful transitions
into the senior side to help boost the squad and also bring up some new gems
for the local front as well. What I would love is to see Keni improve the
goalkeeping department for the club which could help address the issue of non
performing goalkeepers in recent times.
Over all it’s a plus to the Centurion club but it will be too early to make assumptions
of the system he will play and whether indeed he can win Hearts the League and
the FA cup as he has promised.
Keni is also a social media fanatic which will be good for
the fan base but he was quick to say he would check his usage of the platform ,
which indeed is a wise move just to stay clear of the criticisms and unnecessary
media attention which will not be needed in his early years as a Foreign coach
on the Ghanaian scene.
