#99 Report on New Contract for Koya Kawamata

Ryukyu Golden Kings is pleased to announce that it has reached an agreement with player #99 Koya Kawamata for a contract starting from the 2026-27 season, a multi-year deal spanning four years.

Koya Kawamata

Date of Birth: June 16, 1998 Height: 204cm Weight: 117kg Position: C Hometown: Tokushima Prefecture Alma Mater: Tenri University

Career History: 2020-21 Saga Ballooners (Specially Designated Player) 2021-24 Shiga Lakes (Shiga Lakestars) 2024-26 Nagasaki Velca 2026- 　Ryukyu Golden Kings

▽Team Comment We are very happy to welcome Koya Kawamata to the Ryukyu Golden Kings. He is a top-class Japanese big man in the Japanese basketball world, blessed with great size and high athleticism. We expect him to join the rotation and play an important role on both offense and defense for the Kings. He is also a player who has gained international experience as a member of the Japanese national team, and we feel he has very high potential. Not only his presence under the basket, but also his stamina to run the court and his gritty, physical playing style are a perfect fit for the Kings' basketball. He still has room for growth, and we look forward to seeing him make a big leap through his experience with the Kings. We appreciate your support for Kawamata.

▽Player Comment Haisai! I will be playing for the Kings starting this season. I am Koya Kawamata. I am very much looking forward to dedicating the most important period of my career to this traditional team, the Ryukyu Golden Kings! Everyone may have concerns about the new system, but I will play with determination and contribute to the team with all my might!! This is the first year of the B Premier, but I will dive for every rebound and loose ball to carry on the legacy of "Making Okinawa More Energetic!" that our predecessors have built!! Thank you for your support!