We would like to inform you that Tomoyuki Yoshino, General Manager of Strengthening and Development Department, will retire at the end of January 2023 and will be appointed as Sports Director of Shonan Bellmare (J1).
《Profile of Tomoyuki Yoshino, General Manager of Strengthening and Training Department》
■ Name
Tomoyuki Yoshino
■ Date of birth
July 9, 1980 (age 42)
■ Player career
Narashino – Urawa Reds – Shonan Bellmare – Yokohama FC – Gainare Tottori (retired from 2008-2013)
■ Career
2014 Gainare Tottori reinforcement staff and assistant coach
2015 Appointed Chief of Strengthening Department at Gainare Tottori
April 12, 2016 Gainare Tottori Reinforcement Manager appointed
[Comment from Director Yoshino Strengthening and Development Department]
Thank you very much for your understanding, support, encouragement and cooperation for the activities of Gainare Tottori. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
At this time, I, Tomoyuki Yoshino, have decided to retire from Gainare Tottori Strengthening and Development Department and take up the position of Shonan Bellmare Sports Director.
To be honest, I don’t know how to express this feeling.
In 2008, I was invited to join this club as a player, and the people of Tottori Prefecture, including the club, fans, and supporters, who kindly welcomed me, even though I didn’t know what to do. Years passed and my beloved children were born here. It was a big turning point in my life, and Tottori Prefecture became a special place. However, even following I came here, it was not easy to see results, but the shareholders, sponsors, and fans and supporters who have always supported me. The promise Higashiyama made with everyone when he was prepared to retire. The following year, everyone won promotion to J2. Everyone’s smiles at that time still remain in my heart. However, the stage of J2 is only 3 years. As a front staff member, I have tried my best to make up for that frustration, but I am keenly aware that the reason I was not able to return to J2 was because of my lack of ability as the person in charge of the field. . I am sorry. We sincerely apologize to all of you.
I have learned a lot as a football player and as a member of society by coming to this club. Before I knew it, 15 years had passed, and the club Gainare Tottori and Tottori Prefecture became my hometown. On the other hand, is it okay for me to stay like this? In recent years, I started to feel that. When I heard this year’s slogan, “Run”, it became a conviction.
I have to grow more and break out of my shell! ! What made me think so was the players, staff, front staff, and the club Gainare Tottori who carried the Gainare Tottori emblem on their backs and fought alongside them. I made this decision to grow and expand my horizons as a person.
I think that there are various opinions, but I would appreciate it if you might understand.
Finally, I would like to express my gratitude to everyone involved in the club, including President Tsukano and GM Okano, who have accepted my decision this time. I would also like to express my heartfelt gratitude to all Gainare Tottori members who love and support Gainare Tottori, and I sincerely pray for the future development of Gainare Tottori.
I will never forget the time I spent with Gainare Tottori for 15 years and the love I received from everyone. I sincerely hope that I will be able to meet you once more someday.
I’m really thankful to you.