Yushin Kawada (23), outfielder was drafted sixth by Shikoku Bank, made a triumphant return to his hometown and greeted the team before warming up.

He is currently participating in the second-division spring training camp in Haruno, Kochi. During the huddle, he spoke about his experiences with physical fitness. "It's the third day of the second training session, and I'm sure everyone is feeling tired, but let's all stay strong and do our best today, each with our own theme in mind," he concluded, before practice began.