Maranne Johnson on sportsmagazino.gr : «It’s a pleasure for me to play for KAO Melission, we will give our 100% to stay in the division»

She has been in KAO Melission for a few months but since her first game she has made her presence felt in both the team’s fans and her opponents. She has been made amazing appearances with the. The 25-year-old playmaker came to our country on behalf of the team in the northern suburbs and already enjoys the confidence of Margarita Malama, being a key part of the team. The Melissia Guard spoke to sportsmagazino.gr about how she decided to come to KAO Melission, how did he adapt  to the life  of Athens, her relationship with Margarita Malama and her teammates, while expressing her belief that despite the fact that KAO Melission is in the bottom of the league staying in first division is possible.

In your opinion your transfer in KAO Melission is a new challenge in your career?

«Undoubtedly my transfer in KAO Melission is a new challenge for my career. Coming in Melissia and in Athens is a new experience for my career and I will do whatever I can in order to respond to the team’s requirements».

Was it difficult your adjustment in the way of life in Athens?

«I love Athens and its life. It is a very big city, which offers many choices to its residents. When I came to the club, everyone welcomed me in a great way. My teammates are great, as is Margarita Malama. The climate inside the group is excellent. When I came to the club I didn’t know what to expect but here everything is great and to be honest I didn’t expect it. Coach Malama welcomed me warmly while my teammates helped me adjust 100% to the team. We are a family as a team».

Kao Melission is at the botoom of the League. Can the team remain in first division;
«I am 100% convinced that we can do it and keep our place in the class. The expectations of the club are high. Every game from now on is final for us and we have to fight to stay in the class. We may be in last place but nothing is over yet and we will do our best to save».

How did you decide to play for KAO Melission;

«Τo be honest last season I didn’t have much time involved, as I had plenty of personal commitments but when i was informed about the suggestion of KAO Melission i accepted it immediately.

Coach Malama gives you much play time. This stress or is an extra motivation for you;

«Certainly this is an extra motivation for me. In every game I trust and confidence from the coach is very important and no player can ask for anything more than his coach».