Aleksander Śliwka, the renowned Polish volleyball player, has officially joined the Suntory Sunbirds, a leading team in Japan’s V.League. The news confirms months of speculation about Śliwka’s next career move after his successful stint with ZAKSA Kędzierzyn-Koźle in Poland’s PlusLiga.
A New Chapter in Japan
During the PlusLiga season, rumors circulated about Śliwka’s potential transfer to a foreign club. While Italy and Japan were both considered likely destinations, the Polish star ultimately chose to continue his career in Asia. Despite maintaining secrecy about his new team, it was widely believed that Śliwka had reached an agreement with the Suntory Sunbirds. On May 31, the club officially announced Śliwka as their newest player.
Strengthening the Suntory Sunbirds
Śliwka joins the Suntory Sunbirds following their successful 2023/24 season as the top team in the V.League. This move ensures that the Japanese league continues to feature prominent Polish talent, following the departure of Bartosz Kurek from Wolfdogs Nagoya. In a statement on the club’s website, Śliwka expressed his enthusiasm for the new opportunity: „I am very happy to join such a prestigious club as Suntory Sunbirds. I look forward to meeting the team, the coaching staff, club members, and fans. I want to give my all on and off the court to help the team achieve success again.”
A Promising Future
Śliwka’s addition to the Suntory Sunbirds is expected to boost the team’s performance and bring more attention to the V.League. His experience and skills will be invaluable as the Sunbirds aim to maintain their dominance in Japanese volleyball. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see how Śliwka adapts to his new environment and contributes to the team’s ongoing success.
