FC Tokyo
- Alias
- Tokyo Great Bears
- Leagues Played
- Japan V-Premier 238 Japan Emperor Cup 8 Matches - 3 Sets 3 Japan Kurosu Cup 2 Matches 1
- Links
- Website Website Instagram YouTube Website Twitter Wikipedia
Wikipedia - Tokyo Great Bears
Tokyo Great Bears (Japanese: 東京グレートベアーズ) is the Japanese male volleyball club in V.League Division 1, the highest volleyball league in Japan. Established in May 2022 by Nature Lab Co., Ltd. and would start competing in 2022–23 season.
History
In 2021, it was announced that FC Tokyo volleyball team would suspend the operations after the 2021–22 V. League season. But in May 2022, It was reported that the team was transferred to Nature Lab Co., Ltd. and established as the new team Tokyo Great Bears.
In the same month, Great Bears Co., Ltd. was founded as the management company for the club under Nature Lab and some players from FC Tokyo was also transferred to the club.
All players are offered professional contracts.
Tokyo Great Bears broke the V.League Division 1 attendance record with 8,142 fans in attendance for the game against JTEKT Stings at Ariake Coliseum.
FC Tokyo is known for its strong and dynamic playing style, which is characterized by quick and precise movements on the court. The team is also known for its excellent teamwork and communication, which allows them to execute complex plays and strategies with ease.
The team is led by a talented group of players, including some of the best volleyball players in Japan. The team's captain, Yuki Ishikawa, is a powerful outside hitter who is known for his impressive spikes and serves. Other key players on the team include Kenta Takanashi, a skilled setter, and Masahiro Yanagida, a versatile player who can play both as an outside hitter and a libero.
FC Tokyo has a strong fan base in Japan and is known for its passionate and dedicated supporters. The team's home games are played at the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium, which has a capacity of over 10,000 spectators.
Overall, FC Tokyo is a highly respected and successful volleyball team that is known for its skill, teamwork, and dedication to the sport.