"Hanebado!" is a badminton-themed anime series that began airing in July 2018. Based on the manga of the same name by Kosuke Hamada, this youthful badminton story centers around the Kitakomachi High School badminton club, which is aiming to compete in the Inter-High School Championships. It depicts the fierce battles and friendships of high school students. Today, we'll be introducing Connie Christensen.
A student at Fredericia Women's Junior College High School?
Source: Hanebado © Kosuke Hamada, Kodansha / "Hanebado!" Production Committee
Connie Christensen is originally from Denmark and is an exchange student at Fredericia Women's Junior College High School (Fredericia Girls' High School), a powerhouse badminton school in Miyagi Prefecture. When she first arrived in Japan, she tended to avoid the stress of homesickness, but she learned about the importance of teamwork and bonding from Yuika Shinahime, the captain of the French Women's Team, and she continues to grow.
A professional player from Denmark?!
Source: Hanebado © Kosuke Hamada, Kodansha / "Hanebado!" Production Committee
Connie Christensen is a professional soccer player from Denmark. An orphan with no family, she was raised by Uchika Uchika, the mother of the main character, Ayano Uchika. She adores Uchika as if she were her own mother. Although she's like Ayano's step-sister, they didn't meet until Ayano attended a joint training camp with Fredericia Women's Junior College High School after she entered high school. Even before meeting Ayano, she called her "big sister" and was so close that she even came to Japan just to meet her.
Blonde hair and blue eyes!
Source: Hanebado © Kosuke Hamada, Kodansha / "Hanebado!" Production Committee
Connie Christensen, originally from Denmark, is charmed by her unusually Japanese appearance. She often wears her blonde hair in twin tails. She also has blue eyes, making her a character that embodies the typical foreign appearance.
All-around player!
Source: Hanebado © Kosuke Hamada, Kodansha / "Hanebado!" Production Committee
Connie Christensen has long limbs and impressive athletic ability, making her a flawless player. She has used her natural talent and physical prowess to win numerous matches. She is the protagonist, Ayano Hanesaki's greatest enemy.
Connie Christensen! Summary
Source: Hanebado ©Kosuke Hamada, Kodansha / "Hanebado!" Production Committee
What did you think? This time, we've introduced Connie Christensen. She is a key person for the main character, Ayano Uesaki, and is also her sister-in-law, so it will be interesting to see where their relationship will lead. Thank you for reading to the end.