Report on the Departure of #27 Kenta Whitaker

We hereby announce that the contract with #27 Kenta Whitaker has expired, and he will be leaving the team.

Kenta Whitaker Date of Birth: December 15, 1997 Height: 202cm Weight: 106kg Position: PF/C Place of Birth: Tokyo Education: Aoyama Gakuin University Career Highlights: 2019-20 Kumamoto Volters (Special Designated Player) 2020-22 Kumamoto Volters 2022-23 Nagasaki Velca 2023-24 Kagoshima Rebnise 2024-26 Ryukyu Golden Kings

Club Comment: Since joining the Kings as a trainee and subsequently signing a professional contract, Whitaker has consistently worked toward his own growth and the team's success in daily practice, sincerely addressing every role assigned to him. He approached practice with high aspirations, and as a bilingual speaker, he served as a bridge between international and Japanese players, positively impacting the team. We are truly grateful for his constant positive effort and support. We sincerely thank Whitaker for his contributions and wish him the best in his next chapter.

Player Comment: I am leaving the Ryukyu Golden Kings after this season. I am filled with nothing but gratitude for these two years, during which I was given a chance when I was injured and without a team, stood on the B1 stage for the first time, and experienced two Finals appearances and the EASL. Thank you to all the club staff for giving me this opportunity. Although there were many challenges over these two seasons, looking back, I only recall happy memories. It was such a happy time! I have come to love the people, nature, food, and culture of Okinawa. It is rare to find a place that welcomes you so warmly and allows you to build such connections after becoming an adult. It is very sad to leave this place, but I look forward to returning after further growth. Finally, thank you to all the fans who continued to support me through painful times with injuries and during my first game at the Okinawa Suntory Arena! You are the best fans in the world! Nife-debirutan (Thank you)! Matayarsai (See you later)!