From Beach to Community Revitalization! Leve Yokohama Achieves Dominant 13-1 Victory in Season’s First Home Game with SDGs and Community Events

Leve Yokohama, a beach soccer club operated by Leve Yokohama Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture; CEO: Hiroya Matsukawa), held the 5th matchday of the Kanto Beach Soccer Division 1 League on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at their home ground, “Lope Beach Park Suppored by F.O.P. inc.” The event was not only marked by a decisive victory but also featured SDGs-related community clean-up activities and a beach soccer clinic in collaboration with their main sponsor, F.O. Planning Inc., making it a unified effort between the club, sponsor, and local community.

Overcoming Adversity: A 13-1 Victory to Boost Momentum in the Second Half of the Season

The Kanto Beach Soccer Division 1 League has now reached its 5th matchday, signaling the midpoint of the season. Despite the challenging circumstances of key players being on loan overseas, Leve Yokohama demonstrated overwhelming offensive power as a united team, securing a dominant 13-1 victory.

The next home game (Matchday 7) is scheduled for Sunday, July 26, 2026, with a 19:30 kickoff. We look forward to your continued enthusiastic support.

SDGs Initiatives and 'Unusual Sand Experiences' with Sponsors and the Local Community

Alongside the intense match, the club hosted various events aimed at sustainable community development.

① [SDGs Activity] Joint Community Clean-Up

Employees from the club’s main sponsor, F.O. Planning Inc., joined the event and participated in a community clean-up alongside club staff and players as part of their SDGs initiatives.

② [Post-Match Event] Pitch Access & Beach Soccer Clinic

After the match, the pitch was opened to attendees, allowing them to experience the sensation of white sand firsthand. This was followed by a 'Beach Soccer Clinic' held jointly with F.O. Planning Inc., serving also as a sponsor engagement event. Approximately 60 participants, ranging from children to adults, including employees and their families, gathered on the pitch.

③ Collaboration with After-School Day Service 'Third Base'

Around 30 participants from the day service 'Third Base' attended the game. They entered the field alongside players before kickoff and enjoyed playtime on the beach court after the match, having a joyful experience.

[Event Highlights]

On the white sand, both adults and children returned to their 'childhood innocence,' laughing and playing joyfully. The beach, as an 'unusual' space, fostered warm interactions among all.

Employees from F.O. Planning Inc. participated in a clean-up along Kaigun-dori Avenue. After the match, the beach court was opened for attendees. Participants from 'Third Base' entered the field with players before the match.

Energizing the Seya Ward Ahead of GREEN×EXPO 2027

Moving forward, Leve Yokohama will continue to create and host events that deliver 'unusual excitement' through beach soccer for sponsors and local residents who support the club.

Additionally, as a central organization in Seya Ward, Yokohama City—soon to host the International Horticultural Exposition (GREEN×EXPO 2027) in 2027—the club will proactively engage in community clean-ups and event hosting to energize the region together with local residents.

[Next Home Game Information]

Tournament: Kanto Beach Soccer Division 1 League Matchday 7

Date & Time: Saturday, July 25, 2026, 19:30 Kickoff

Venue: Lope Beach Park Supported by F.O.P. inc. (Seya Ward, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture)

About Leve Yokohama

Leve Yokohama is a beach soccer club based in Seya Ward, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture.

Since its founding in 2015, the club has upheld the philosophy of 'walking together with the community and becoming a club needed by the community,' engaging not only in competitive activities but also in community contributions and youth development.

In addition to the men’s top team, the club operates a women’s team, 'Leve Yokohama FRAU,' and youth development programs, promoting social exchange and the spread of sports culture through beach soccer.

The club has also produced players for the Japanese national beach soccer team and continues striving for national and global excellence.

Official Website: https://www.loeweyokohama.com/

Official X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/loewe_yokohama

Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lowe_yokohama/

Lope Beach Park: https://www.loeweyokohama.com/lopebeachpark

About F.O. Planning Inc.

F.O. Planning Inc. is a Tokyo-based human resources services company. The company specializes in solving business challenges from the perspectives of 'human resources' and 'sales strategy,' particularly supporting sales growth and problem-solving for major manufacturers and apparel brands. Since its founding, it has maintained stable operations through repeat contracts with corporate clients. Supporting individuals who 'want to start something new' is a core value, and the company is known for its employee-focused culture that supports individual career development. Full support is provided from recruitment through post-assignment.

F.O. Planning Inc.

Representative: Riki Okamoto

Address: 5F, Meguro Toyo Building, 1-1-11 Shimo-Meguro, Meguro-ku, Tokyo

Company Website: https://www.fop-japan.co.jp/

Club Overview

Leve Yokohama Co., Ltd.

Representative: CEO Hiroya Matsukawa

Headquarters: 1-14-20 Shin-Yokohama, Kōhoku-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa-ken, Kōsei Daini Building 8F

Founded: May 2026

Business Activities: - Operation of beach soccer club - Planning and operation of sports events - Operation of sports schools - Regional revitalization initiatives - Sponsorship and marketing services

General Incorporated Association Leve Park

Representative Director: Masanori Okuyama

Home Court: Lope Beach Park Supported by F.O.P. inc.

(3-21-2 Nakayashiki, Seya-ku, Yokohama-shi)

As the organization responsible for Leve Yokohama’s youth development and promotion, it oversees the women’s team 'Leve Yokohama FRAU,' second team, and youth categories, promoting beach soccer and regional sports development.

[Inquiries]

Public Relations, Leve Yokohama Co., Ltd.: Yamada / Takesue

Email: [email protected] / [email protected]