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Asami Morita Steps Down as Supervisor of “PROJECT GLP ~Japan Got Next~”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 22nd, 2026 Sporta Japan Corporation Sporta Japan Corporation announces that Asami Morita has stepped down from her role as Supervisor of “PROJECT GLP ~Japan Got Next~,” an initiative supporting Japanese women’s basketball players pursuing opportunities overseas. She has recently been appointed as an Assistant Coach in an NCAA Division I program, and we are excited to see her continued success at the highest level of collegiate athletics. In light
Kosuke Shimizu
3 days ago1 min read


Hideki Matsui × Shinji Okazaki — "A Night of Legends"
Two icons of world sport. One night in New York. Sporta Japan Corporation is proud to announce A Night of Legends , an exclusive talk session taking place on Monday, April 13, 2026 in Manhattan, New York City. Featured Athletes Hideki Matsui — Former New York Yankees / MLB World Series MVP Shinji Okazaki — Former Leicester City / Premier League Champion Event Details Date & Time Monday, April 13, 2026 · 6:30 – 8:30 PM (Tentative) Location Manhattan, New York City (Venue TBA)
Yusuke Katoku
Mar 242 min read


Asami Morita Appointed Supervisor of PROJECT GLP ~Japan Got Next~
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 24th, 2026 Sporta Japan Corporation Sporta Japan Corporation is pleased to announce the appointment of Asami Morita as Supervisor of PROJECT GLP ~Japan Got Next~, an international initiative designed to support overseas development pathways for young female basketball players. After graduating from Kansai University, Morita moved to the United States and served for seven years as an assistant coach at Robert Morris University (NCAA Division I) a
Riria Kawaguchi
Feb 242 min read


Sporta Japan Announces NYC Youth Soccer Clinic Featuring Former Japan National Team Star Shinji Okazaki
NEW YORK, NY - February 12th, 2026 Sporta Japan Corporation is pleased to announce the organization of an exclusive youth soccer clinic in the New York City area featuring Shinji Okazaki , former Japan National Team forward and Premier League champion. Okazaki, currently head coach of Basara Mainz, brings an exceptional international career spanning top professional leagues in Germany, England, Spain, and Belgium. He earned 119 caps and scored 50 goals for the Japan National
Riria Kawaguchi
Feb 131 min read


Sporta Japan Appoints Shiori Yasuma as Ambassador for Women’s Basketball International Development Project “PROJECT GLP ~Japan Got Next~”
Sporta Japan Corporation today announced the appointment of Shiori Yasuma as an official ambassador for its women’s basketball international development initiative, PROJECT GLP ~Japan Got Next~ . Yasume brings firsthand experience competing overseas and has encountered not only the athletic demands of international competition but also the challenges of adapting to new living environments and cultural differences. Her personal journey strongly aligns with the project’s mis
Riria Kawaguchi
Jan 222 min read


Sporta Japan Appoints Stephanie Mawuli as Ambassador for Women’s Basketball International Development Project “PROJECT GLP ~Japan Got Next~”
Sporta Japan Corporation today announced the appointment of Stephanie Mawuli as an official ambassador for its women’s basketball international development initiative, PROJECT GLP ~Japan Got Next~ . Drawing on her extensive experience competing both in Japan and internationally, Mawuli expressed strong alignment with the project’s mission to support the next generation of athletes pursuing opportunities overseas. She will serve as an ambassador to help advance the program’s
Riria Kawaguchi
Jan 222 min read


Sporta Japan Appoints Evelyn Mawuli as Ambassador for Women’s Basketball International Development Project “PROJECT GLP ~Japan Got Next~”
Sporta Japan Corporation today announced the appointment of Evelyn Mawuli as an official ambassador for its women’s basketball international development initiative, PROJECT GLP ~Japan Got Next~ . Mawuli has competed at the highest levels of basketball both domestically and internationally and has been actively engaged in youth development and next-generation athlete support. She strongly resonates with the mission of PROJECT GLP-to create opportunities for young athletes to
Riria Kawaguchi
Jan 222 min read
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