[Yokohama Excellence] Announcement of Contract Renewals for Hirotaka Ohashi and Yusuke Sugiyama for the 2026-27 Season

Thank you for your continued support of Yokohama Excellence.

We are pleased to announce that we have reached an agreement with the following players to continue our contract for the 2026-27 season.

#13 Hirotaka Ohashi

Position: PG | Height/Weight: 165cm/65kg | DOB: April 5, 1999 | Birthplace: Osaka | Background: Bluefield State University, Shimane Susanoo Magic (2023-24), Yokohama Excellence (2024-)

(Player Comment) I am very happy to fight as a member of Yokohama Excellence for the 2026-27 season! This will be my third season playing for this team. I can feel the growing enthusiasm from our supporters. Next season, I will fight with all my heart, without forgetting my gratitude, to make it even more enjoyable for you. I look forward to seeing the view of winning the championship together with all our supporters!

(GM Takeshi Ishida's Comment) He is the first name that comes to mind as a player who embodies Yokohama Excellence's style. His high-intensity defense is a threat to opponents, and he can set the tone for the game. He continues to grow year by year, and it is reliable to see him overcome challenges one by one.

#33 Yusuke Sugiyama

We have also reached an agreement on a two-year multi-year contract with Yusuke Sugiyama (for the 2026-27 to 2027-28 seasons).

Position: PG/SG | Height/Weight: 183cm/85kg | DOB: October 11, 2000 | Birthplace: Shizuoka | Background: Hakuoh University, Kobe Storks (2022-23), Kobe Storks (2023-24), Yokohama Excellence (2024-)

(Player Comment) I have signed a multi-year contract with Yokohama Excellence. I am truly grateful to the club for trusting and valuing me. I will do my best to build the history of this team together with all our supporters.

(GM Takeshi Ishida's Comment) Like Ohashi, Sugiyama embodies Yokohama Excellence's style. Defensively, he is one of the best in the league, and his unwavering focus and performance are truly professional. His range of play on offense is also expanding year by year. Please look forward to seeing this defensive expert, who is feared by opponents, playing actively to secure victories.