Bambitious Nara announced contract renewals for the 2026-27 season with four returning staff members. 1. Koji Nojiri (Athletic Trainer): Born Oct 9, 1983. CSU Long Beach grad. NATA-ATC certified. Former trainer for LA Galaxy U16, LA Dodgers, and All Japan Women's Volleyball U20/U21. JOC Figure Skating staff since 2025. Joined Nara in 2022. 2. Tao Miyamoto (Athletic Trainer): Born Jun 18, 1996. Hokkaido High Tech College grad. JSPO-AT and Judo therapist. Joined Nara in 2025. Former roles at Levanga Hokkaido Academy and Tachikawa Dice. 3. Yuya Kamatsuka (Strength and Conditioning Coach): Born Aug 31, 1988. Apple Sports College grad. NSCA-CPT and JATI-ATI certified. With Nara since 2019. 4. Yoshiko Takashima (Manager): Born Sep 12, 1982. Tokyo Kasei Gakuin University grad. Former manager for Shinshu Brave Warriors (2015-22) and Gunma Crane Thunders (2022-23).

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