Announcement Regarding the Departure of Shogo Taira (#47)
Ryukyu Golden Kings announced that Shogo Taira's contract has expired and he will leave the team, entering the free negotiation list.
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- 📰 Published: June 4, 2026 at 19:00
- 🔍 Collected: June 4, 2026 at 10:21
- 🤖 AI Analyzed: June 5, 2026 at 23:36 (37h 14m after Collected)
We hereby announce that the player contract with #47 Shogo Taira has expired, and he will be departing the team.
Furthermore, Taira will be placed on the B.LEAGUE Free Negotiation List today at 3:00 PM.
### Shogo Taira Profile
- Date of Birth: April 2, 1997
- Height: 170cm
- Weight: 72kg
- Position: PG (Point Guard)
- Hometown: Chiba Prefecture
- Education: Takushoku University
### Career History
- 2020: Rising Zephyr Fukuoka (Special Designated Player)
- 2020-21: Rising Zephyr Fukuoka
- 2021-22: Shinagawa City Basketball Club
- 2022-23: Shonan United BC
- 2023-25: Yokohama Excellence
- Oct 2024 - June 2025: Ryukyu Golden Kings (On Loan)
- 2025-26: Ryukyu Golden Kings
### Team Comment
After joining the Kings on loan, Taira earned his contract through his own efforts and fought as a vital member of the team. Armed with speed-driven attacks and spirited defense, he performed boldly on major stages such as the Emperor's Cup and the Championships, contributing significantly to the team. Although his time with the Kings was not long, we are truly grateful for his total dedication to the team and the many impressive plays he left behind. We sincerely thank him for his contributions and wish him great success in his next stage.
### Player Comment
Hello everyone! This is Taira.
Thank you so much for these two seasons, including the loan period.
I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to come to the Kings and play at the Okinawa Arena. I feel truly blessed to have been brought to Okinawa from the B3 league, to play on the stage I dreamed of, and to be surrounded by such wonderful coaches, staff, teammates, and fans while doing the basketball I love. Competing against international teams in the EASL, winning the Emperor's Cup, and making two Finals appearances were all immense experiences that will be great assets for the rest of my life. Although I wasn't born here, I am truly thankful for the chance to return to this land with which I have a special connection. I will continue to take on challenges with energy, so please keep supporting me! Let's go!
Furthermore, Taira will be placed on the B.LEAGUE Free Negotiation List today at 3:00 PM.
### Shogo Taira Profile
- Date of Birth: April 2, 1997
- Height: 170cm
- Weight: 72kg
- Position: PG (Point Guard)
- Hometown: Chiba Prefecture
- Education: Takushoku University
### Career History
- 2020: Rising Zephyr Fukuoka (Special Designated Player)
- 2020-21: Rising Zephyr Fukuoka
- 2021-22: Shinagawa City Basketball Club
- 2022-23: Shonan United BC
- 2023-25: Yokohama Excellence
- Oct 2024 - June 2025: Ryukyu Golden Kings (On Loan)
- 2025-26: Ryukyu Golden Kings
### Team Comment
After joining the Kings on loan, Taira earned his contract through his own efforts and fought as a vital member of the team. Armed with speed-driven attacks and spirited defense, he performed boldly on major stages such as the Emperor's Cup and the Championships, contributing significantly to the team. Although his time with the Kings was not long, we are truly grateful for his total dedication to the team and the many impressive plays he left behind. We sincerely thank him for his contributions and wish him great success in his next stage.
### Player Comment
Hello everyone! This is Taira.
Thank you so much for these two seasons, including the loan period.
I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to come to the Kings and play at the Okinawa Arena. I feel truly blessed to have been brought to Okinawa from the B3 league, to play on the stage I dreamed of, and to be surrounded by such wonderful coaches, staff, teammates, and fans while doing the basketball I love. Competing against international teams in the EASL, winning the Emperor's Cup, and making two Finals appearances were all immense experiences that will be great assets for the rest of my life. Although I wasn't born here, I am truly thankful for the chance to return to this land with which I have a special connection. I will continue to take on challenges with energy, so please keep supporting me! Let's go!
FAQ
平良彰吾選手が琉球ゴールデンキングスを退団する理由は何ですか？
選手契約の満了に伴う退団です。本日15時にB.LEAGUE自由交渉選手リストに公示される予定です。
平良彰吾選手の主なプレーの特徴は何ですか？
スピードを活かしたアタックと、闘志あふれるディフェンスが武器です。天皇杯やチャンピオンシップなどの大舞台でも貢献しました。
平良彰吾選手はいつから琉球に所属していましたか？
2024年10月に横浜エクセレンスからの期限付移籍で加入し、その後正式に契約。2025-26シーズンまで計2シーズン戦いました。
平良彰吾選手が琉球で経験した主な実績は何ですか？
EASLでの国際試合、天皇杯での優勝、そして2度のBリーグファイナル進出を経験しました。
平良彰吾選手の出身校とこれまでの所属チームは？
拓殖大学出身です。これまでにライジングゼファーフクオカ、しながわシティBC、湘南ユナイテッドBC、横浜エクセレンスに所属していました。