On 4 September, Alvark Tokyo held its new team announcement press conference at TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO. New head coach Ryan Richman, 3 captains and the team's new foreign players took the stage and discussed their plans for the coming season.
Alvark Tokyo held its new team announcement press conference at TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO on 4 September, with all 12 players facing the media after an open practice session. All players attended the event, which followed the public preseason workout, including Ryan Rossiter, who had missed the game against Yokohama Excellence.
New head coach Ryan Richman outlined a policy of carrying on the team's traditions while building its own legacy, saying he aims to develop a style that plays explosive offense while using defense as its foundation. He said the B.League Division 1 champions should aim to rank among the top 5 in both offense and defense, and emphasized unity among the players and staff.
Co-captains Kai Taves, Shuto Ando (安藤周人) and Taiki Osakabe (小酒部泰暉) each expressed their determination to adapt to the new style. Taves showed his desire to embrace new challenges on offense and win every title, while Ando said he wants to work on daily practice and communication to bring about change. Osakabe emphasized thorough defense and turning it into explosive offense.
The team's new foreign players, DJ Hogg, Keonte Johnson and Lachlan Olbrich, attended and took the stage, pledging to pursue long-term success and grow in their new surroundings. Hogg set his sights on winning 3 titles over the long term, Johnson spoke of winning the championship and building a warm team environment, and Olbrich promised to focus on the present and contribute to the team.