Gainare Tottori Goalkeeper Riki Sakuraba Extends Contract
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Gainare Tottori announced today the contract extension of goalkeeper Riki Sakuraba for the 2025 season. The news comes as a boost to the J3 League club, solidifying a key position for their upcoming campaign.
Riki Sakuraba: A Profile
name: Riki Sakuraba
Position: Goalkeeper (GK)
Date of Birth: October 13, 1999 (25 years old)
Height/Weight: 6’3″ / 192 lbs
Place of Origin: Hokkaido, Japan
Soccer History: Meien Jr.FC – Iwamizawa Jr.FC1985 – Consadole Sapporo U-15 – Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo U-18 - University of Tsukuba - FC Osaka – Gainare Tottori (2024~)
2024 Season Statistics: J3 League: 19 games, 0 points; League Cup: 1 game, 0 points; Emperor’s Cup: 0 games, 0 points.Prior to joining Gainare Tottori, he also played 4 games in the JFL.
Sakuraba’s Comments on the Contract Extension
“Thank you for your continued support. It has been decided that I will play for Gainare Tottori in the 2025 season as well. I am truly happy that I am needed as a professional soccer player. My goal this year is to express my feelings to my teammates through daily practice and to my supporters through games. I believe that these daily activities will eventually lead Gainare Tottori to J2. We look forward to your continued support in the 2025 season!”
Sakuraba’s commitment reflects his dedication to the club and his ambition to help Gainare Tottori achieve promotion to the J2 League. His strong performance this season has clearly earned him the trust of the club’s management.
This contract extension is a notable development for Gainare Tottori, providing stability and experience in a crucial position. Fans eagerly anticipate the upcoming season with Sakuraba between the posts.
riki Sakuraba, a goalkeeper for Gainare Tottori, has extended his contract for the 2025 season. [1]
Sakuraba expressed his happiness and dedication to the club, stating his goal is to help Gainare Tottori achieve promotion to the J2 League. [1]
He joined Gainare Tottori in 2024 and has played 19 games in the J3 League, 1 game in the League Cup, and 0 games in the Emperor’s Cup. [1] Sakuraba was born on October 13, 1999, and previously played for FC Osaka. [1]
