Four regional soccer squads from across China are set to converge on the Haidong Sports Center Football Field for the upcoming “Support Qinghai Cup” Football Invitational. Scheduled for October 17–18, 2026, the tournament is designed to highlight regional cooperation and celebrate development initiatives in Qinghai Province. The event is guided by the Organization Department of … Read more
For the first time, the B.League has surpassed 100 billion yen in total operating revenue, reaching 101.3 billion yen for the 2025–26 season. This milestone represents a fivefold increase in the league’s business scale over its ten-year history, according to official figures released on October 13. Alvark Tokyo led all clubs with a record-breaking 9.24 … Read more
The U18 women’s national basketball team secured an 80-43 victory over South Korea on October 9 at Charisma Arena in Seremban, Malaysia, advancing to the FIBA U18 Women’s Asian Cup final for the first time in three tournaments. Semifinal Domination at Charisma Arena Head coach Yoshikazu Suzuki opened the semifinal matchup with the same starting … Read more
The Japan men’s national basketball team wrapped up its campaign at the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, securing a silver medal after a hard-fought run in the five-on-a-side tournament that concluded on Sept. 20, according to tournament reports and official team statements. For veteran center Alex Kirk, who anchored the paint and served as the … Read more
The Ryukyu Golden Kings are stepping into a transformative new era under the B.League’s premier structure, overhauling their roster and tactical identity to embrace a high-paced, aggressive style of play. Early flashes of this shift surfaced during the preseason “Island Games” at Okinawa Arena, where the club showcased the foundational elements of an up-tempo system … Read more
World Taekwondo has lifted its ban, clearing the path for international competitions to return to Russia amid shifting governance across combat sports. The decision marks a significant shift in the global administration of Olympic disciplines, mirroring recent policy adjustments by international federations regarding athletes and events from the region. Global Governing Body Reverses Course on … Read more
The Japan Basketball Association has officially announced its 12-player roster for the upcoming FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers Window 4 match against Qatar, featuring the notable return of Yuta Watanabe and the exclusion of veteran guard Yuki Togashi. Roster Shifts and Key Selections for Window 4 According to the Japan Basketball Association announcement … Read more
The Japan Basketball Association has officially announced a 14-player preliminary roster for the upcoming FIBA World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers, highlighting a blend of high-profile international talent and domestic leaders as the team prepares to tip off its latest campaign. Roster Construction and Key Inclusions According to announcements from the Japan Basketball Association, the 14-man … Read more
The Japan Basketball Association (JBA) announced a 15-player roster for the upcoming international friendlies against South Korea, featuring star forward Rui Hachimura while notable veterans Yuta Watanabe and Yudai Baba are sidelined. The selection marks a crucial step in the men’s national team’s preparation cycle. According to the JBA, the squad will face the South … Read more
The draw for the men’s basketball tournament at the upcoming Asian Games has officially placed Japan into Group D alongside powerhouse South Korea, Saudi Arabia, and Indonesia, setting up an intense opening round of competition. Group D Matchups Set for Aichi International Arena Basketball organizers released the official group pairings and tournament schedule for the … Read more