Chiba Jets Funabashi will close all individual official X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram accounts on July 6, 2024, consolidating to the unified official account @STARJETS_member. This move is part of a new structure aimed at the B.LEAGUE 2026‑27 season.
Why merge the social media?
Recent years have seen a rise in online harassment and privacy risks. The club prioritizes player mental and physical safety, eliminating the burden of personal accounts. By merging, fans can follow every player's activity and off‑court shots from a single platform.
What content will the new account share?
The new @STARJETS_member will post game highlights, practice footage, personality‑driven interviews, and off‑court photos. It will also sync with the staff X account (https://x.com/staffstarjets), the official Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/starjets_flightcrew), and TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@starjets_flightcrew) for short‑form videos. This covers everything from paint‑level drives to perimeter three‑point shots.
How does this affect fans?
Information will be centralized, making follows and comments easier. Fans no longer need to hunt for individual posts; they can track the whole team’s real‑time updates. The official channels will also push live B.LEAGUE scores and stats, such as the March 15, 2024 win over Orix (73‑68).
What’s next?
Individual accounts become private on July 6 and will be deleted by the end of July, while the customer support desk remains open for inquiries. The Jets aim for a playoff run in the 2024‑25 season, focusing on player performance. Fans should follow the new official account to catch every fast break, pick‑and‑roll, and slam dunk.