Taka Minowa Departs PVL, Leaves Lasting Legacy with Akari Chargers
Japanese coach Taka Minowa, who led the Akari Chargers to significant achievements in the Premier Volleyball League (PVL), has announced his departure after three years. Minowa's tenure included guiding Akari to their first finals appearance in the 2024 Reinforced Conference and a bronze medal in the 2024-25 All-Filipino Conference. In his farewell, Minowa expressed gratitude to the coaching staff, players, social media team, and PVL fans for their support and contributions to his journey.
Key Points
Taka Minowa, coach of the Akari Chargers, has left the Premier Volleyball League after three years.
Under Minowa's leadership, Akari reached the finals in the 2024 Reinforced Conference and secured a bronze medal in the 2024-25 All-Filipino Conference.
Minowa previously coached Nxled, finishing ninth before moving to Akari.
Minowa expressed gratitude to the coaching staff, players, social media team, and PVL fans in his farewell message.
He highlighted the challenges and pressures of coaching a team with high expectations but never finishing in the top 6 before his tenure.
