栃木日光アイスバックス announced its new management structure on the 8th. From 1 November 2026, Tsuchida Eiji (土田英二) will become Representative Director, and Sergio Echigo (セルジオ越後) will become Chair of the Board.
H.C. Tochigi Nikko IceBucks announced its new management structure at a press conference held at the prefectural government press club. The announcement specified the effective date and the positions of the new officers, and indicated an aim to establish a stable operating policy.
Tsuchida Eiji (土田英二) supported the club throughout his playing career and continued to provide operational support for many years after retiring. On taking office, he expressed his intention to improve the environment for players and staff, stabilize management, and ensure the club's sustainable continuation.
Sergio Echigo (セルジオ越後) supported the club for 20 years and will support the new management structure as chair. Echigo praised the selection of Tsuchida and expressed the hope that the club's history would be passed on to the next generation.
The outline of the new management structure identifies 1 November 2026 as the effective date, Tsuchida Eiji (土田英二) as Representative Director, Sergio Echigo (セルジオ越後) as Chair of the Board, and 株式会社栃木日光アイスバックス as the operating company. Related links include the official website's news release and GAORA's video-streaming page.