63 Years With the Same Team: Aziz Tokat Has No Plans to Quit

Esnafspor, founded in 1963 by the city's tradesmen, competes in the Ordu 2nd Amateur Division. The team's coach, Aziz Tokat, started coaching at 24 and, 63 years later, still keeps the excitement he had on day one. Despite his advancing age, Tokat continues in his role. Together with his son Kartal, he is preparing players competing in the Under-17 league at the Karşıyaka Sports Facilities for their matches.

Tokat said he keeps his health through regular sport and a balanced diet, and that sport makes him feel young. He said that whenever he has time, he visits schools and tries to bring talented young players into the team. He said he was happy to have sent players to several clubs, especially Orduspor.

Tokat said people around him call him a "experienced coach" and an "old wolf". He said, "As long as God grants me health, I will continue on my path. This job requires experience. I want to keep going." Tokat said his greatest supporter is his son Kartal, and that their goal is to return Esnafspor to the Ordu 1st Amateur Division. Kartal Tokat, another coach on the team, said his father's love for football has not diminished over the years.

Source: NTV Spor Skor

Correction (09.11.2026): Tokat said he has no financial expectations from coaching. Removed.