2023-06-12 06:01:11
At Chiba Jets Funabashi, we have been negotiating with Takuma Sato, Gavin Edwards, and Rasheed Farrars, but we have decided to leave the team without continuing the contract for the next season. I will.
In addition, since the transfer destination has been decided for the three players, they will not be announced on the B.LEAGUE free negotiation list, and will be announced by the transfer club at a later date.
For three seasons, he has inspired the team with his unrefined energy play on the court that does not show up in the stats. Off the court, he is like an older brother who actively talks to foreign players and young players, and is enthusiastic regarding social contribution activities. Mr. Sato, who made connections with the community and children and expanded the circle of basketball.
For 6 seasons, he hustle both offensively and defensively as a big man in the naturalization frame, and shows dynamism as the main pillar of the team, such as exciting the venue with a dynamic dunk from a quick attack. Edwards player who took the.
For four seasons, I think that everyone has been encouraged by the way he continues to make steady efforts at any time while graduating from university and moving on to the professional world. Rasheed fought as a Japanese big man with his dynamism and physical defense, and actively cooperated with the team’s public relations activities with his inherent cheerfulness and kindness off the court.
To all the boosters, please continue to support Sato, Edwards, and Rashid.
Takuma Sato
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・Jersey number: 14
・Position: SG/SF
・Height/Weight: 197cm/93kg
・Date of birth: May 10, 1995
・Birthplace: Hokkaido
・Alma mater: Tokai University
・Nationality: Japan
・Career:
2017-20 Shiga Lake Stars
2020-23 Chiba Jets Funabashi・Representative career:
U18 representative from Japan
2017 U24 Japan National Team (Universiade Games)
2018 Japan National Team (Universiade Games (Taipei)
2019 Japan National Team (William Jones Cup, Asian Games)
2022 Japan National Team (FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 Asia Regional Qualifier Window2)
2022 Japan National Team (FIBA Asian Cup 2022) -
[Comment from Takuma Sato]
I will be leaving the team at the end of this season. Thank you from the bottom of my heart to all the boosters who have always sent us hot voices.
The days I spent with this team through trial and error were very fulfilling, and I have no regrets that I did everything I might.
In three seasons, we won the league title, won the Emperor’s Cup, won the district championship, recorded the most consecutive wins, and won the most wins.
I think we were able to make these records following the people who have been involved in the Jets have accumulated so far. I was also blessed with the best teammates, and I fought while supporting each other like brothers.
I am confident that this experience will help me in my future career.
There were times when it was difficult due to the corona crisis, but even so, we shared various emotions with everyone and overcame many obstacles. In that sense, the last three years have been a wonderful time that will remain in my memories.
When I first joined, you welcomed me warmly. Applause not only when I decided to shoot, but also when I chased the ball. And I will never forget the Takuma call in CS. Chiba Jets Booster is definitely the best in Japan.
I sincerely pray for further development of Chiba Jets Funabashi.
Thank you very much for 3 seasons.
Gavin Edwards
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Uniform number: 21
Position: PF
Height/Weight: 206cm/110kg
Date of birth: January 15, 1988
Birthplace: USA
Alma mater: University of Connecticut
Nationality: Japanese (naturalized)
Biography:
2010- Anyang KGC (Korea)
2010- Khimik/OPZ (Ukraine)
2010-11 Springfield Armor (NBA D League)
2011-12 DASH Peristeri (Greece)
2012-13 Westsports KL Dragons (Malaysia)
2013-17 Aisin Seahorse Mikawa (now Seahorse Mikawa)
2017-23 Chiba Jets -
[Comment from Gavin Edwards]
Hello Chiba Jets Boosters!
It is with a heavy heart that my time in Chiba ends here.
I can’t thank my fans, organization and teammates enough for creating so many wonderful memories in these 6 seasons.
Together we have achieved so much and the Jets will always be special.
Thank you for what you have done.
〈原文> Hello Jets Boosters! It is with a heavy heart that my time with Chiba has come to an end. I can’t thank the fans, organization, and my teammates enough for the amazing memories over the past 6 seasons. We accomplished so many great things together and I will always have a special place in my heart for the Jets. Thank you for everything!
Faraz Rashid
[Comment from Rasheed Faraz]
I have been indebted for 4 seasons since I entered as a special designation.
When I entered the professional world and didn’t know anything, he taught me many things and helped me a lot.
Since I came to Chiba Jets, I have been able to play basketball surrounded by really nice and kind teammates and staff.
I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to all the players and staff members who have been involved with me since joining the Chiba Jets.
I’m really thankful to you.
All Jets Boosters.
You are truly the best boosters in Japan.
Whether it was when I was injured, when I was in a game, or when I was off the court, he always treated me with such a wonderful and loving attitude, and that supported my professional career. I’m really thankful to you.
I was happy from the bottom of my heart that I was able to play with everyone’s support.
I hope that no matter where I go, you will still support me a lot.
Finally, I would like to thank all Chiba Jets staff and boosters who have been involved with me for their guidance, encouragement, and love during the four seasons.
2023-24 season player contract status
*As of 15:00 on June 12, 2023
player under contract
#2 Yuki Togashi
#3 Asato Ogawa
#11 Fumio Nishimura
#12 Jin Jinlian
Out-of-contract player
#4 Vic Lo (Transferred to Ryukyu Golden Kings)
#7 Katsumi Takahashi (free negotiation player list announced)
#14 Takuma Sato (To be announced by the transfer club at a later date)
#21 Gavin Edwards (To be announced by the transfer club at a later date)
#24 Rashid Faraz (To be announced by the transfer club at a later date)
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