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S2 - E12: Reo Sakurano-Thomas

S2 - E12: Reo Sakurano-Thomas

FromThe Japan Cricket Podcast


S2 - E12: Reo Sakurano-Thomas

FromThe Japan Cricket Podcast

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Length:
73 minutes
Released:
Sep 28, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

My next guess is the new kid on the Japan Cricket scene. Born in Toyama but raised predominantly in New Zealand, Reo Sakurano-Thomas has been instrumental in the success Sano Cricket Club is enjoying this year, while he is also taking the game to the local community as part of his role with the Japan Cricket Association. 
We discuss all that, as well as the challenges around relocating to New Zealand as a five-year-old with no English, and then doing the reverse trip as a 22-year-old. He tells me all about his first impressions of cricket in Japan, both the club scene as well as his early training sessions with the Japan National Squad as well as his ambitions for both club and country. 
Before I speak to Reo I cover a fair bit in the domestic round up, wrapping the Japan Cup Regional Qualifiers as well as giving an update on the Japan Cricket League Divisions One, Two and Three. I cast my eye over the Under 19 and Under 15 leagues as well as the University Championships which concluded a short while ago. 
As ever thanks to BRB Munde for the tunes, and to everyone for tuning in. You can find the show on Instagram if you'd like to contact me, and you can leave a rating or review wherever you get your podcasts. 
Released:
Sep 28, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

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Conversations with some of the biggest characters involved with cricket in Japan. Hear their stories and how the game is growing in the land of the rising sun. Instagram account www.instagram.com/japan_cricket_podcast where you can leave comments on episodes and requests for future guests!