On Monday, February 17 at the Nippon Seinenkan Hotel (Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo), the "Prince Takamado Cup 2019 Hockey Japan League Annual Award Ceremony" was held, attended by Princess Takamado, Honorary President of the Japan Hockey Association. 

At the ceremony, the winner of the season and the best players were awarded. Coca-Cola Red Sparks Akiko Yamashita, who retired after the last season, and Natsuha Matsumoto were named Best Eleven. 

【Comment from Natsuha Matsumoto】 

I’m truly delighted to receive the Best Eleven Award. 

I will continue to do my best this season while always feeling thankful for my teammates and many people who support me. 

Thank you so much!