[Tokyo Great Bears] Announcement regarding departure of team staff
Tokyo Great Bears, a professional volleyball team, announced that coaches Shin Tehara and Joonas Huhtakangas will leave the club upon the expiration of their contracts following the end of the 2025-26 season.
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We regret to announce that coaches Shin Tehara and Joonas Huhtakangas will leave Tokyo Great Bears following the expiration of their contracts.
Shin Tehara joined FC Tokyo in 2015. Known for his blocking strength and fast-paced setting, he played a crucial role as a setter for Tokyo Great Bears since its inaugural season. From the 2023-24 season, he served as a coach, acting not only on tactical matters but also as a bridge between players and staff through his meticulous attention to detail.
Joonas Huhtakangas is a coach with rich international experience who contributed to enhancing team strength, particularly among the setters. His cheerful personality also brought constant positive energy to the team.
We sincerely thank both Coach Tehara and Coach Joonas for their support and dedication. Both coaches have already secured their next positions, with details to be announced later by their respective new clubs.
[Coach Profile: Shin Tehara]
Date of Birth: April 14, 1993 (Age 33)
Birthplace: Aisho, Shiga Prefecture
Playing Career: Omi High School → Ryukoku University → FC Tokyo → Tokyo Great Bears
Coaching Career: 2023-2026 Tokyo Great Bears Coach
[Coach Profile: Joonas Huhtakangas]
Date of Birth: July 6, 1999 (Age 26)
Birthplace: Finland
Career:
2022-23 Assistant Coach, Sollentuna VK (Sweden)
2022 Assistant Coach, Finland Women's National Team
2023 Head Coach, Finland U17, U18, U19, U20 Women's National Teams
2023-24 Head Coach, Kuortane Sports College (Finland)
2024-26 Coach, Tokyo Great Bears
Shin Tehara joined FC Tokyo in 2015. Known for his blocking strength and fast-paced setting, he played a crucial role as a setter for Tokyo Great Bears since its inaugural season. From the 2023-24 season, he served as a coach, acting not only on tactical matters but also as a bridge between players and staff through his meticulous attention to detail.
Joonas Huhtakangas is a coach with rich international experience who contributed to enhancing team strength, particularly among the setters. His cheerful personality also brought constant positive energy to the team.
We sincerely thank both Coach Tehara and Coach Joonas for their support and dedication. Both coaches have already secured their next positions, with details to be announced later by their respective new clubs.
[Coach Profile: Shin Tehara]
Date of Birth: April 14, 1993 (Age 33)
Birthplace: Aisho, Shiga Prefecture
Playing Career: Omi High School → Ryukoku University → FC Tokyo → Tokyo Great Bears
Coaching Career: 2023-2026 Tokyo Great Bears Coach
[Coach Profile: Joonas Huhtakangas]
Date of Birth: July 6, 1999 (Age 26)
Birthplace: Finland
Career:
2022-23 Assistant Coach, Sollentuna VK (Sweden)
2022 Assistant Coach, Finland Women's National Team
2023 Head Coach, Finland U17, U18, U19, U20 Women's National Teams
2023-24 Head Coach, Kuortane Sports College (Finland)
2024-26 Coach, Tokyo Great Bears
FAQ
東京グレートベアーズを退団するスタッフは誰ですか？
手原紳コーチとヨナス・フタカンガスコーチです。
手原紳コーチはチームでどのような役割を担っていましたか？
初年度から選手（セッター）として活躍し、2023-24シーズンからはコーチとして戦術面だけでなく、選手とスタッフの橋渡し役を担いました。
ヨナス・フタカンガスコーチのチームへの貢献は何ですか？
2シーズンにわたり、セッターを中心にチーム力の向上に貢献し、明るいエネルギーでチームの士気を高めました。
両コーチの今後の所属先はどこですか？
詳細は後日発表予定ですが、両名ともに次の所属先はすでに決定しています。
東京グレートベアーズの運営会社情報を教えてください。
社名は株式会社グレートベアーズで、東京都渋谷区に所在しています。代表者は久保田健司氏です。