NEWS
Announcement of New GK Coach Appointment
We are pleased to announce that Ryo Nakamura has joined us as our new Goalkeeper Coach. Name: Ryo NakamuraDate of Birth: July 8, 1995 (29 years old)Hometown: Toda City, Saitama PrefectureCoaching Experience:2016- Toda FC Sports Youth Group (Category 4)2018-2019 Tokinan Bombers (Category 4 Girls)2018-2019 Omiya Minami High School (GK Coach & Trainer)2019 Omiya Ardija School (Assistant Coach)2019 (Sept)-2021 Okayama Yunogo Belle (GK Coach & Okayama Yunogo Belle Espoir Manager)2022 FC ALONZA Coach (Girls)2022 Halektio Okayama Beach Soccer School2023-2025FC BASARA HYOGO GK Coach2025-PresentFC BASARA MAINZ GK CoachQualifications:JFA Certified Kids LeaderJFA Certified C-level Soccer LicenseJFA Certified 3rd Class RefereeJudo TherapistComment:My name is Ryo Nakamura, and I have been appointed as the GK Coach for FC BASARA MAINZ.First, I want to thank Shinji Okazaki for inviting me to Germany, and the staff and players of BASARA HYOGO for graciously sending me off.I have been very much looking forward to joining the team since my transfer from BASARA HYOGO was decided.As a member of this traditional club, I will do my best to fully support the growth of the players and contribute to achieving the team's goals. To all the fans and everyone involved, I look forward to working with you.
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Announcement of New Internship Staff Member
We are pleased to announce that Keita Sugawara has joined us as a new Front Intern Staff member. Name: Keita SugawaraDate of Birth: February 6, 1999 (26 years old)Term: March 2025 - March 2026Hometown: Kanagawa Prefecture Comment: My name is Keita Sugawara, and I have joined FC BASARA MAINZ as a Front Intern Staff member.Over the next year, I will strive to contribute to the team while also growing personally.I will especially work to get closer to my dream of becoming a football photographer.Thank you in advance for your support.
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Spring Soccer Camp Held
From April 14th to 17th, 2025, FC Basara Mainz held a spring soccer camp with the sponsorship of MB Metalldesign.Once again, Coach Shinji Okazaki participated as a special coach, and the participating children earnestly engaged with soccer for four days while having fun.It was impressive to see the children's serious expressions as they actively challenged training methods and game-style menus that they don't usually experience.Additionally, there was interaction among participants and teamwork, leading to many lessons and growth through soccer. Furthermore, everyone was very satisfied enjoying the lunches provided by [Vis à Vis], [SORI Ramen], [Mama Hoa], and [Niko Niko Tei], with some children even having many refills.The next soccer camp is scheduled for the end of July 2025. We look forward to your participation.
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[Free to Join!] Soccer Class for Children on Saturday, April 12, 2025
FC BASARA Mainz will hold a soccer school for children prior to the home game against TuS Marienborn on Saturday, April 12, 2025! The program is designed for all children to enjoy, even those new to soccer, so everyone can participate with confidence. Additionally, a special goalkeeper lesson will be offered by the new GK coach who joined from FC BASARA HYOGO this April!This is perfect for children who want to try playing goalkeeper. Participation is free. We look forward to many applications! After the soccer school, FC BASARA Mainz's official match will also be held. Please enjoy both! ⸻ [Event Overview] FC BASARA Mainz Football School Saturday, April 12, 2025, 13:00-14:00 (Registration opens at 12:30) Heinz-Lemb-Weg, 55129 Mainz Free 7-14 years old Please apply using the QR code in the image or the link below.https://forms.gle/ZSYMJ9y88Q3fvTbs5 *Cancelled in case of rainIf cancelled, we will notify you on the morning of the event.
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Iris Co., Ltd. visits the test match! Thank you for your continued support!
Many people, including President Okuma of Iris Co., Ltd., visited the test match against VfR Wormatia Worms held on March 1, 2025.We were able to have a special time as we had the opportunity to interact directly with everyone who supports us on a daily basis! Our relationship with Iris Co., Ltd. dates back to the 2015/16 season, when FC BASARA Mainz was still in its second year of establishment. For nearly 10 long years since then, they have supported us in various ways. As FC BASARA Mainz Chairman Yamashita says, "I strongly feel that our relationship is not just limited to sponsor and club, but rather like a 'family'." Through our long journey together, even though our fields are different, they have been a strong ally, fighting alongside us on the international stage and working as a partner to mutually elevate the club. "Let's fight together." Every time Iris-san says those words, we feel their weight. As we continue to create an environment where young Japanese people can challenge the world through football, we are nothing but grateful that we can continue to forge a future together. Thank you very much for traveling all the way from Japan to Germany this time. Let's continue to fight together as "family"!
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FC BASARA HYOGO U-18 Holds Talk Session with Manager Okazaki and Chairman Yamashita
From March 12th to 17th, players from FC BASARA HYOGO U-18 embarked on an overseas expedition, visiting Mainz for six days. During their stay, they held an exchange meeting with Chairman Takashi Yamashita and Head Coach Shinji Okazaki.This expedition was the Basara Group's first visit to Germany and was realized as part of the group's commitment to creating an environment that supports overseas challenges.During the exchange, Chairman Yamashita conveyed that "to become a professional, it is crucial to shift to a professional standard of living and thinking." Head Coach Okazaki delivered a message stating, "Instead of blaming others, I want you to become a team that points the arrow at yourselves and acts proactively."The players actively asked questions, listening intently to the words of the two individuals with extensive experience in Europe. Their demeanor showed a strong determination not to miss a single word.We hope this expedition will positively influence the players' perspectives and future lives. Click here for FC BASARA HYOGO's website 👇https://basara-hyogo.com
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Announcement of New Sponsorship Agreement with Juchheim Co., Ltd.
We are pleased to announce that FC BASARA Mainz has entered into a new sponsorship agreement with Juchheim Co., Ltd. 【Comment on the Sponsorship Agreement】 ＜Hideo Kawamoto, Representative Director, Juchheim Co., Ltd.＞ Juchheim founder and confectioner, Karl, was reportedly an excellent soccer goalkeeper and played against a Japanese team as a member of a prisoner-of-war camp team during World War I. My grandfather, Haruo Kawamoto, deeply loved soccer in Kobe and established a sports foundation, providing long-term support for the development of junior youth generations and coaches.We believe in the "power to bring peace to the world" that sweets and sports possess, and as a bridge between Germany and Japan, we have loved and will continue to love sweets and sports. FC BASARA Mainz's challenge is akin to Juchheim's challenge to revive Baumkuchen in Germany, and we "Shinzidate" (support from the heart) this encounter of comrades who will together achieve their dreams through sweets and sports. Today, March 4th, is "Baumkuchen Day." This day was established to commemorate the first sale of Baumkuchen in Japan on this day in 1919. We are very happy to take a new step forward with Juchheim on this special day. Baumkuchen Day [PR TIMES MAGAZINE]https://prtimes.jp/magazine/today/baumkuchen-day 【Company Profile】 Juchheim Co., Ltd. ＜Representative Director and President＞ Hideo Kawamoto ＜Location＞ 7-7-4 Minatojima Nakamachi, Chuo-ku, Kobe-shi, 650-0046 ＜Business Activities＞ Manufacture and sale of Western confectionery and food products,Management of restaurants and cafes, etc. ＜Established＞ January 1950 ＜Official Website＞ https://www.juchheim.co.jp
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Announcement of New Sponsorship Agreement with Shinshinkai Medical Group
We are pleased to announce that FC BASARA Mainz has entered into a new sponsorship agreement with Shinshinkai Medical Group. [Comments regarding the sponsorship agreement] Kazushi Tomita, Chairman of Shinshinkai Medical Group Our daily practice is driven by the goal of catching up with and surpassing the world's standards in Japanese dental care.We found many areas of strong resonance with FC BASARA Mainz from this perspective, which led us to establish this partnership!As Basara Mainz progresses, we too will strive to grow bigger every day!We look forward to working with you! [Company Profile] Shinshinkai Medical Group Kazushi Tomita 1-1-1 Kukihigashi, Kuki City, Saitama Prefecture General dentistry, orthodontics, implant treatment, etc. September 2015 https://shinshinkai-implant.com
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New grounds area cleanup conducted
Recently, players and staff from Basara Mainz conducted a cleanup activity to show their gratitude to the new ground and its surrounding area, where they will be spending a lot of time. We collected a lot of trash and were able to contribute to the community around the new ground. FC BASARA Mainz will continue to work with the community and contribute through various activities.
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