Brandon Thomas-Asante, the forward for West Bromwich Albion, recently shared his thoughts on the importance of pre-season and the new additions to the team. As he enters his third season with the Baggies, Thomas-Asante emphasized the significance of preparing his body for the challenges ahead during the upcoming campaign. He returned to Albion earlier than required after representing Ghana in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers, highlighting his dedication to the team.
Reflecting on his experience with the Ghana national team, Thomas-Asante expressed his excitement at the opportunity to play alongside different players and gain a fresh perspective on the game. He described his return to Albion as a quick transition from international duty back to training, emphasizing the importance of pre-season in building a strong foundation for peak performance throughout the season.
Comparing pre-season to being in a lab and fine-tuning his body like a Formula 1 car, Thomas-Asante highlighted his commitment to continuous improvement. Despite being the top scorer for Albion in the previous two seasons, he remains focused on raising his standards and achieving even greater success in the upcoming campaign.
During a recent training game against Bolton Wanderers, Thomas-Asante scored a goal and expressed his desire to set higher standards for himself moving forward. He stressed the importance of self-improvement and maintaining a mindset of constant growth and development on and off the pitch.
With new additions to the team including Ousmane Diakité, Torbjørn Heggem, and Joe Wildsmith, Thomas-Asante praised their seamless integration into the group. Despite language barriers, he highlighted the strong relationships forming within the team and the positive impact of the training sessions at St. George’s Park on team dynamics.
As the team continues to train intensively in preparation for the upcoming season, Thomas-Asante remains focused on building upon his previous successes and setting new goals for himself. His dedication to self-improvement and commitment to the team’s success serve as a driving force as Albion gears up for the challenges ahead.