“The Wonder Coach” is coming to KOCOWA+!
Heads up, sports fans, because this is the show volleyball lovers have been waiting for! MBC’s brand-new sports variety program “The Wonder Coach” will bring legendary player Kim Yeon Kyung back to our screens — not as an athlete this time, but as a rookie coach with a brand-new team.
The show officially premieres on September 28 at 9:10 PM and will open with the debut match of the newly formed Pilseung Wonder Dogs against Kim Yeon Koung’s former team, Heungkuk Life.
“The Wonder Coach”
Casts: Kim Yeon Koung, SEVENTEEN SEUNGKWAN
Synopsis: The show follows volleyball legend Kim Yeon Koung as she takes on a brand-new challenge — not as a star player, but as the rookie coach of the Pilseung Wonder Dogs in search of hidden gems to become the “8th professional team” that will shake up the volleyball world.
Genre: Sports, Volleyball
Premiere Date: September 28, 2025
Why You Should Tune In For “The Wonder Coach”
The first reason to watch this show is that it centers around the legendary, iconic volleyball player Kim Yeon-Koung. To those who don’t know her yet, now is the perfect time — she is a South Korean professional volleyball icon and a former member of the FIVB Athletes’ Commission. And if you think you’ve seen her before, it’s because she’s also the former captain of the South Korean National Team!
This show will depict Kim Yeon Koung’s exciting new chapter. Instead of watching her on the court, we’ll see her as the head coach of the new volleyball team, Pilseung Wonder Dogs! The production team revealed that we’ll get to see a never-before-seen side of Kim Yeon Koung as she demonstrates world-class leadership based on her experience and know-how on the international stage, bringing fresh fun and excitement to all viewers.
Also, the team lineup is stacked with inspiring stories. Some of the cast members announced are Pyo Seung-joo, Lee Jin, Kim Na-hee, Lee Na-yeon, Inku-shi, Gu Sol, and Yoon Young-in — all of whom are retired athletes, aspiring professionals from corporate teams, and released players. Their individual journeys promise to synergize beautifully with Kim Yeon Koung’s coaching, creating a heartfelt underdog narrative that sports fans can root for.
Another exciting reason to watch is the team manager — none other than SEVENTEEN’s Seungkwan! He plans to support coach Kim Yeon Koung and the players on the front line. Known as the “icon of positive energy,” Seungkwan always brings his charm, humor, and infectious energy to any program he joins. He’s also a longtime fan of women’s professional volleyball, especially the Jeong Kwan-jang Red Sparks (formerly KGC Ginseng Corporation), and was often spotted at matches. Having him on the show adds not only warmth and fun but also authenticity to this sports program.
Other Sports Programs to Watch on KOCOWA+
“Shooting Stars“
If you loved the tension of real games but also crave the fun of variety shows, “Shooting Stars” can be your next watch! This sports program centers around soccer, bringing together celebrity players, ex-athletes, and rising stars to form a dream team that faces off against amateur and semi-professional squads. Through this show, we get to see nail-biting matches, hilarious teamwork moments, and training sessions led by experienced coaches!
“ISAC (Idol Star Athletics Championships)“
If you’re a K-pop fan, this one’s perfect for you! One of the longest-running and most iconic K-pop sports programs, “ISAC” (Idol Star Athletics Championships) brings together idols from dozens of groups to compete in a range of events such as archery, track and field, gymnastics, and e-sports. Over the years, stars from groups like SEVENTEEN, TWICE, Stray Kids, NCT, and more have shown off their unexpected athletic sides while creating memorable interactions and moments between fans!
“Handsome Tigers“
And to those basketball fans, don’t worry because “Handsome Tigers” is for you! This program follows a team of celebrity basketball players coached by Seo Jang Hoon, a legendary former Korean basketball player, and includes stars like Cha Eun Woo (ASTRO), Yoo Seon Ho, and Julian Kang, who each brought their own strengths and personalities to the court! This show combines intense training, real matches against skilled teams, and heartwarming team-building moments.
Where To Watch?
You can watch all of these sports programs on KOCOWA+ with multiple subtitles. Don’t forget to mark your calendars for “The Wonder Coach” streaming in a few days from now!
