Susumu Katsumata facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Susumu Katsumata | ||
| Date of birth | 17 February 1956 | ||
| Place of birth | Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan | ||
| Height | 1.68 m (5 ft 6 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Striker (retired) | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1978–1984 | Kofu | ||
| Managerial career | |||
| 1994 1999 |
Ventforet Kofu Ventforet Kofu |
||
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Susumu Katsumata was a Japanese football player. He was born on February 17, 1956. Katsumata played as a forward, which means he was one of the main players who tried to score goals for his team. He spent his entire playing career with the club Kofu.
Contents
Who is Susumu Katsumata?
Susumu Katsumata is a former professional football player from Japan. He was born in Yamanashi Prefecture. He is known for his time playing for the Kofu football club. After he stopped playing, he also became a manager for the same team.
Playing Career at Kofu
Katsumata played for the Kofu football club from 1978 to 1984. During these years, he was a key player for the team. As a striker, his main job was to score goals. He was part of the team for six years.
Becoming a Football Manager
After his playing days were over, Susumu Katsumata decided to stay involved in football. He became a manager for his former club, Ventforet Kofu. He managed the team in 1994 and again in 1999. A manager helps coach the team and makes important decisions about how they play.
What is a Striker in Football?
In football, a striker is a player whose main role is to score goals. They usually play closer to the opponent's goal. Strikers need to be fast and good at shooting. They also need to understand how to find open spaces. Susumu Katsumata played this exciting position.
