Lotte announced that Yu Tatematsu infielder, Yuta Ibaragi pitcher, and Tsuyoshi Tanimura infielder participated in the "Chiba City Hometown Boys baseball Classroom" hosted by Chiba City at the Inage Kaigan Park Indoor Sports Ground on March 18.

Approximately 90 fifth-grade elementary school children who belong to baseball teams affiliated with the Chiba City Youth baseball Association participated. baseball class lasted for about two hours, with Tatematsu providing batting instruction, Ibaraki providing pitch instruction, and Tanimura providing defense instruction, all of whom provided detailed advice to the children.

After baseball class, a commemorative photo was taken with the participating children, deepening their relationship.

▼ Yu Tatematsu

"As a native of Chiba Prefecture, I am very happy to have had the opportunity to baseball with local children. I was able to convey to the children the joy of hitting the ball and the spirit of taking on challenges. I hope that this experience will be of some help to them as they continue playing baseball in the future. Personally, I underwent hip surgery last year and am still in the rehabilitation stage, but I hope to recover quickly and show the children who participated today that I can perform well."

▼ Yuta Ibaragi

"Although the time we spent together was short, I think I was able to convey the joy of throwing and the importance of the basics. It was impressive to see the children listening to me with serious expressions on their faces. I was really inspired by interacting with the children."

▼ Tsuyoshi Tanimura

"defense practice may seem unexciting, but it is a very important play that supports the team. I would be happy if you continue to practice, even if it is just a little bit every day. I myself will do my best to become a registered player as soon as possible."