MANILA – Ilonggo Kiefer Ravena is moving to Yokohama B-Corsairs for the 2024–25 Japan B. League Division 1 season, officially ending his three-year stay with Shiga Lakes.
According to the former Ateneo de Manila University Blue Eagles star, he is very excited to begin a new chapter in his B.League career with the B-Corsairs, which tapped him as the Asian Quota Player in lieu of Kai Sotto, now with Koshigaya Alphas.
“I am very much excited to play for Yokohama B-Corsairs. This will be a new chapter in my career, and I hope I am able to bring my experience and competitiveness to the team,” Ravena said.
“I am excited to meet and play for the boosters and make a run for the championship,” added the former NLEX Road Warriors guard.
The 30-year-old Ravena also expressed his gratitude to the Shiga management, their players, and supporters for making him feel at home the past three Japan B.League seasons.
“To my Shiga Lakes family, thank you for always supporting me in all our games. I felt the energy and support for three years,” said the former Ateneo de Manila University Blue Eagles star.
“Shiga will always be home for me. Thank you for giving me an opportunity to play in front of you guys! I will always be proud to play for the Lakes,” he added.
Ravena averaged 12.4 points, 2.8 rebounds, 5.5 assists, 1.1 steals, and 0.1 block for the Lakes last season, leading the team to the Division 2 championship.
Before joining the B-Corsairs, Ravena will first play for Strong Group Athletics-Pilipinas (SGA-PH) in the 43rd William Jones Cup scheduled from July 13 to 21, 2024, in Taipei, Taiwan./PN
