Daido Steel Chita Red Stars announced on the club's official website that Eiichi Sakai (坂井 英一) had joined the team after the July tryout. Born in Tokyo, he has a career based in Aichi and previously played for Nozomi Club and PALLAVOLO MAY.
On the 25th, Daido Steel Chita Red Stars announced on its official website that outside hitter Eiichi Sakai (坂井 英一) had joined the team following the results of the tryout held in July. Sakai will strengthen the squad as a member of the team, and the club expects him to demonstrate his abilities and contribute in upcoming matches.
Sakai was born in Tokyo. After graduating from Aichi Technical High School, he played for Nozomi Club, a 9-a-side volleyball team based in Aichi Prefecture. He subsequently played for PALLAVOLO MAY, another 6-a-side team active in Aichi Prefecture. He is believed to have developed primarily as an outside hitter through these experiences.
Sakai issued an official comment through the club, expressing his determination following the decision on his current affiliation and his intention to contribute going forward. The club welcomed his arrival and indicated that it would work daily to help secure victories.