Ryuichi Kamiyama facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Ryuichi Kamiyama | ||
| Date of birth | 10 November 1984 | ||
| Place of birth | Sakai, Osaka, Japan | ||
| Height | 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in) | ||
| Playing position | Goalkeeper | ||
| Club information | |||
| Current club | ReinMeer Aomori | ||
| Number | 1 | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 2000–2002 | Rissho University Shonan High School | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 2003–2018 | Avispa Fukuoka | 242 | (0) |
| 2019– | ReinMeer Aomori | ||
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Ryuichi Kamiyama (神山 竜一, Kamiyama Ryūichi, born 10 November 1984) is a Japanese football player. He is known for playing as a goalkeeper, a key position in football. Ryuichi Kamiyama has played for several clubs in Japan, spending most of his career with Avispa Fukuoka.
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What Does a Goalkeeper Do?
A goalkeeper is a special player in football. Their main job is to stop the other team from scoring goals. They are the only players allowed to use their hands to touch the ball during open play, but only inside their own penalty area. Goalkeepers need to be quick, brave, and have good reflexes to block shots and catch the ball. They also help their team by shouting instructions and organizing the defense.
Kamiyama's Early Football Days
Ryuichi Kamiyama was born on November 10, 1984, in Sakai, Osaka, Japan. He started his football journey in high school. From 2000 to 2002, he played for Rissho University Shonan High School. This is where he developed his skills as a young goalkeeper.
Playing for Avispa Fukuoka
Kamiyama joined Avispa Fukuoka in 2003. This club became a very important part of his career. He played for Avispa Fukuoka for 16 years, from 2003 to 2018. During this time, he became a well-known player for the team.
His Time in J2 League
Avispa Fukuoka often played in the J2 League, which is the second division of professional football in Japan. Kamiyama played many games in this league. For example, in 2007, he played 48 league games, which is almost every game in the season! He also played 28 games in 2010 and 37 games in 2014. These were busy years for him as a goalkeeper.
Moving Up to J1 League
Sometimes, Avispa Fukuoka would get promoted to the J1 League, which is the top division in Japan. Kamiyama played in the J1 League in 2006, 2011, and 2016. Playing in the J1 League means facing the best teams and players in Japan. It's a big challenge for any footballer.
Total Games for Avispa Fukuoka
Over his many years with Avispa Fukuoka, Ryuichi Kamiyama played a total of 242 league games. He also played in cup competitions like the Emperor's Cup and the J.League Cup. In total, he played 265 official games for the club. This shows how dedicated and important he was to the team.
Current Club: ReinMeer Aomori
After leaving Avispa Fukuoka in 2018, Ryuichi Kamiyama joined ReinMeer Aomori in 2019. This club plays in the Japan Football League, which is another level of professional football in Japan. He continues to play as a goalkeeper for them, wearing the number 1 jersey.
See also
In Spanish: Ryuichi Kamiyama para niños
