Hiroki Matsuzawa
Kicker (K) · Kwansei Gakuin University Fighters (Japan)
SAGE Football High Series #Not visible
Year & Era
2024 — Current/Modern Era
Card Type
Base Prospect Card
Grade
7 (Near Mint) estimated
Rarity
Common; high print volume for base SAGE sets without autograph or numbering.
Overall Assessment
A niche collectible for fans of international football or deep-roster prospectors; low monetary value but high novelty for specific collectors.
Condition Grade
7 (Near Mint) estimated
Centering Assessment
Front: 40/60 Left-to-Right; Slightly heavy to the right margin. Back: Not visible.
Surface Condition
Excellent; no visible scratches, though raw handling on wood surface suggests possible micro-abrasions.
Corner Condition
Bottom-left corner shows slight whitening/softening; others appear relatively sharp.
Edge Condition
Minor chipping visible on the lower edge; left edge shows slight silvering.
Print Quality
Average; standard matte finish typical of SAGE lower-tier sets. Color saturation is good.
Estimated Value
$1 - $5 USD
Comparison to Known Examples
This copy shows slightly more lower-edge wear than typical pack-fresh examples.
Authentication Tips
Authentic original SAGE stock; check for the oval SAGE logo and card stock thickness which should be standard 20pt or 35pt.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended; the cost of grading significantly exceeds the market value of the card.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed; card appears to be an authentic mass-produced prospect card.
Provenance Notes
Likely sourced from a SAGE Hit High Series hobby box or retail pack; part of the 'international' or specific prospect subsets often included by SAGE.
Historical Context
Matsuzawa represents the growing international pipeline in specialists, part of a subset highlighting Japanese collegiate talent.
Market Trends
Niche market; very low demand for unnumbered international kickers in non-NFL licensed products.
Investment Potential
Low; kickers and punters from non-licensed sets rarely appreciate significantly in value.
Similar Cards
SAGE Hit prospects, Panini Draft Picks base cards, Leaf Metal Draft prospect cards.
Display & Preservation
Penny sleeve and top loader are sufficient for protection.
Interesting Facts
SAGE is known for including international and obscure collegiate players long before they reach the NFL draft process.