Notice of Makoto Sato's Departure from the Team
Gunma Crane Thunders announced that Makoto Sato (#14) will leave the team upon the expiration of his contract for the 2025-26 season. Sato, a Power Forward from Niigata Prefecture who joined this season, expressed his deep gratitude to fans and partners for their support during his time with the team, including periods of recovery from injury, and pledged to continue his career challenge.
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Thank you for your continued warm support of the Gunma Crane Thunders.
We would like to inform you that Makoto Sato (#14) will be leaving the Gunma Crane Thunders due to the expiration of his contract.
#14 Makoto Sato
■Position: PF
■Date of Birth: October 14, 1997
■Height (cm): 190cm
■Weight (kg): 82kg
■Alma Mater: Niigata University of Health and Welfare
■Birthplace: Niigata Prefecture
■Career History
2020-21 Tryhoop Okayama
2021-23 Yokohama Excellence
2023-24 Gifu Swoops
2024-25 Tachikawa Dice
2025-26 Gunma Crane Thunders
■Comment from Makoto Sato
"Thank you for your support this season. Although it was a short time, the period I spent with this team was truly special to me.
Looking forward to seeing everyone in the locker room every day, the times we laughed over silly stories, and the tension before games—all of these are precious memories.
I struggled with injuries and poor condition, and there were many times when things didn't go as I hoped, but every time, your cheers pushed me forward.
The roar of the crowd the moment I scored my first points and made an alley-oop.
The enthusiasm at Open House Arena Ota ('Opu-Ari').
I still remember them clearly.
Being able to play in that environment is a lifelong treasure for me.
To my teammates, staff, partners, and the fans who continued to support me through everything, thank you so very much.
I will continue to take on challenges to the best of my ability, in my own style as Makoto Sato, so I appreciate your continued support.
I look forward to the day I can see you all again."
We would like to inform you that Makoto Sato (#14) will be leaving the Gunma Crane Thunders due to the expiration of his contract.
#14 Makoto Sato
■Position: PF
■Date of Birth: October 14, 1997
■Height (cm): 190cm
■Weight (kg): 82kg
■Alma Mater: Niigata University of Health and Welfare
■Birthplace: Niigata Prefecture
■Career History
2020-21 Tryhoop Okayama
2021-23 Yokohama Excellence
2023-24 Gifu Swoops
2024-25 Tachikawa Dice
2025-26 Gunma Crane Thunders
■Comment from Makoto Sato
"Thank you for your support this season. Although it was a short time, the period I spent with this team was truly special to me.
Looking forward to seeing everyone in the locker room every day, the times we laughed over silly stories, and the tension before games—all of these are precious memories.
I struggled with injuries and poor condition, and there were many times when things didn't go as I hoped, but every time, your cheers pushed me forward.
The roar of the crowd the moment I scored my first points and made an alley-oop.
The enthusiasm at Open House Arena Ota ('Opu-Ari').
I still remember them clearly.
Being able to play in that environment is a lifelong treasure for me.
To my teammates, staff, partners, and the fans who continued to support me through everything, thank you so very much.
I will continue to take on challenges to the best of my ability, in my own style as Makoto Sato, so I appreciate your continued support.
I look forward to the day I can see you all again."
FAQ
佐藤誠人選手が群馬クレインサンダーズを退団する理由は何ですか？
契約満了のためです。
佐藤誠人選手のポジションとプロフィールを教えてください。
ポジションはPF（パワーフォワード）です。1997年10月14日生まれ、新潟県出身で、身長190cm、体重82kgです。
佐藤選手の過去の経歴は？
トライフープ岡山（2020-21）、横浜エクセレンス（2021-23）、岐阜スゥープス（2023-24）、立川ダイス（2024-25）を経て、2025-26シーズンに群馬クレインサンダーズに所属していました。
退団にあたって佐藤選手はどのようなコメントを残していますか？
怪我や不調で苦しい時期に支えてくれたファンへの感謝や、ホームアリーナでの熱狂が財産であること、そして今後も挑戦を続ける意欲を語っています。
佐藤選手が「オプアリ」と呼んでいるのはどこですか？
群馬クレインサンダーズのホームアリーナである「オープンハウスアリーナ太田」のことです。