On Sunday, January 18th, Chiba Lotte Marines players Yu Tatematsu pitcher Yuta Ibaragi, and Tsuyoshi Tanimura appeared at the Chiba City Hometown Youth baseball Class, hosted by Chiba City, at the Inagekaigan Park Indoor Sports Grounds.

Approximately 90 fifth-grade elementary school children who belong to baseball teams affiliated with the Chiba City Youth baseball Association participated in this event. baseball class lasted for approximately two hours, with Tatematsu providing batting instruction, pitcher providing pitch instruction, and Tanimura providing defense instruction, all providing detailed advice to the children. After baseball class, a commemorative photo was taken with the participating children to deepen their interactions.

▼ Comments from 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 would be happy if this experience can 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 return quickly and show the children who participated today how I can perform well."

▼Comment pitcher Ibaraki▼
"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."

▼Comment from 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."