Kumi Nakada
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is a former professional
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player and former coach of Hisamitsu Springs. She was a setter who led
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to the bronze medal at the
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in Los Angeles at 18 years of age.


Coaching

In October 2016, Nakada became the
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's head coach. She retired from the position in August 2021, after the team finished in 10th place in the
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in Tokyo.


Personal life

After brief stints as a fashion model and motivational speaker, Nakada currently provides colour commentary and makes guest appearances in a wide range of sports and variety media in Japan. She is represented by Sports Biz in Tokyo.


National team

* 1982: 4th place in the
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* 1984: 3rd place in the Olympic Games of Los Angeles * 1986: 7th place in the
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* 1988: 4th place in the Olympic Games of Seoul * 1992: 5th place in the Olympic Games of Barcelona


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Biography
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Volleybox.net profile
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