Announcement of New Contract for Head Coach Ryan Richman for the 2026-27 Season

Alvark Tokyo is pleased to announce that a new contract has been concluded with Head Coach Ryan Richman for the 2026-27 season.

Head Coach Ryan Richman

Date of Birth: June 16, 1989

Place of Birth: United States

Alma Mater: University of Maryland

Career: 2013-16 Washington Wizards (NBA) Assistant Video Coordinator 2016-19 Washington Wizards (NBA) Assistant Coach 2019-20 Capital City Go-Go (NBA G-League) Head Coach 2020-23 Washington Wizards (NBA) Assistant Coach (including acting HC) 2023-26 Seahorses Mikawa (B1) 2026- Alvark Tokyo (B1)

Comment: I am truly honored to become the head coach of Alvark Tokyo. First of all, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to the club ownership and front office for giving me this wonderful opportunity and for trusting me.

I am deeply grateful for the chance to lead a club that is respected worldwide and has achieved numerous successes.

I fully understand the weight of responsibility that comes with this position. Together with the players and staff, I will work hard every day with humility, discipline, and passion, and will fight with pride and responsibility representing this club, Alvark Tokyo, and all of our supporters. To the fans, thank you so much for your warm support. We aim to play basketball that embodies the spirit of Alvark Tokyo. We will play hard, play together, and continue to fight tenaciously and united in every situation. I deeply understand the meaning and responsibility of wearing this uniform. I will do my utmost to build a team that you can be proud of, both on and off the court. I am excited about the new challenge ahead, and I look forward to fighting together with you as a member of the Alvark family. Thank you for your warm support and encouragement.