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Sagamihara City, a Town That Embraces Sports, is Recruiting Elementary School Students for the "Hometown Team Sports Experience Event"!

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Published Jul 3, 2026 6:00 PM ・ Updated Jul 8, 2026 7:46 PM ・ 8 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Sagamihara City, a Town That Embraces Sports, is Recruiting Elementary School Students for the "Hometown Team Sports Experience Event"! — Image: PR TIMES

A unique event in Sagamihara City, which has five hometown teams. Sagamihara City, a town that embraces sports, is home to five nationally active teams in soccer, women's soccer, badminton, rugby, an

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Published: Jul 3, 2026

A unique event in Sagamihara City, which has five hometown teams.

Sagamihara City, a town that embraces sports, is home to five nationally active teams in soccer, women's soccer, badminton, rugby, and American football. The city has certified these teams as "hometown teams." In addition to cheering them on as a source of pride for the city, the city also provides opportunities for interaction with citizens through events.

This "Sports Experience Event" is part of these initiatives. It is being held for the first time with the cooperation of all five hometown teams. The event aims to increase children's interest and enthusiasm for sports by allowing them to enjoy and experience each sport with team staff.

Hometown Team Logos: (From left) SC Sagamihara / Nojima Stella Kanagawa Sagamihara / Honegori Sagamihara / Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Sagamihara Dynaboars / Nojima Sagamihara Rise

Event Details

Date and Time: July 20, 2026 (Monday, Holiday), 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Venue: Sagamihara Gion Arena (Sagamihara City General Gymnasium) Main Gymnasium

2284-1 Asokodai, Minami-ku, Sagamihara City https://sagamiharashi-sougoutaiikukan.jp/access/

Target Audience: 60 elementary school students (lottery if applications exceed capacity)

*Guardians can observe from the spectator seats.

Participation Fee: Free

Content:

With the cooperation of the hometown teams' outreach coaches, participants will enjoy experiencing the following four sports according to their skill level.

Cooperating Teams

Sport

Content (Planned)

SC Sagamihara

Nojima Stella Kanagawa Sagamihara

Soccer

Pass and shoot experience, mini-games, etc.

Honegori Sagamihara

Badminton

Shuttle hitting experience, etc.

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Sagamihara Dynaboars

Rugby

Pass and catch experience, etc.

Nojima Sagamihara Rise

Flag

Football

Pass and catch experience, etc.

Purpose of the Event:

To create opportunities for elementary school students to enjoy sports through interaction with hometown teams active at the top level, to enhance their motivation for sports, and to foster a sense of familiarity and encouragement towards their hometown teams.

Organizer: Sagamihara City

(Reference) Photos from past sports exchange events

How to Apply:

Please access the application form from the URL below and apply.

https://logoform.jp/form/oWjU/1547627

Application Period: June 26 (Friday) - July 15 (Wednesday)

Introduction of Hometown Teams

SC Sagamihara

A professional soccer team competing in the J3 League. They reached the quarterfinals of the Emperor's Cup for the first time in club history and the J3 League in 2025, aiming for even higher stages.

CS.C.SAGAMIHARA

Nojima Stella Kanagawa Sagamihara

The only women's professional soccer club in the prefecture participating in the WE League, Japan's first women's soccer league. Aiming to be a "STELLA" that shines.

CNojima Stella Kanagawa Sagamihara

Honegori Sagamihara

A corporate badminton team competing in the S/J League II. Certified as a hometown team of Sagamihara City in November 2025.

CHONEGORI

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Sagamihara Dynaboars

A rugby team belonging to Japan Rugby League One. They have been competing fiercely against strong teams nationwide in the top division, Division 1, since 2022.

CDYNABOARS

Nojima Sagamihara Rise

A corporate club team competing in X Premier, the highest category of the American football X League. They have reached the league quarterfinals for four consecutive years since 2022!

Photographs by Kohei SAEKICOfficial RISE pics

*Media representatives wishing to cover the event are requested to come to the venue on the day.

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The images display promotional material for the Sagamihara City Hometown Team Sports Experience, including an event flyer and logos of the five participating teams. Additionally, several blurred photographs show children participating in indoor sports activities, likely from past events, providing a visual context for the sports experience.

A flyer for the "Hometown Team Sports Experience" in Sagamihara City, featuring cartoon characters representing soccer, badminton, rugby, and American football, with event details.
Logos of the five Sagamihara City hometown teams: SC Sagamihara, Nojima Stella Kanagawa Sagamihara, Honegori Sagamihara, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Sagamihara Dynaboars, and Nojima Sagamihara Rise.
Blurred image of children playing soccer indoors, with one child in a blue shirt dribbling a yellow soccer ball, and an adult in the background.
Blurred image of children and an adult coach participating in a soccer activity near a goal, with spectators visible in the stands.
A wide, blurred shot of an indoor sports arena where children are holding hands in a circle, suggesting a group activity or warm-up session.

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A unique event in Sagamihara City, which has five hometown teams. Sagamihara City, a town that embraces sports, is home to five nationally active teams in soccer, women's soccer, badminton, rugby, and American football. The city has certified these teams as "hometown teams." In addition to cheering them on as a source of pride for the city, the city also pro

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