On the 12th, Softbank Hawks manager Hiroki Kokubo held a press conference summarizing the third session of the Miyazaki training camp, praising the growth of infielder Itua Ikhine who is currently trying out playing outfield defense. "I can feel him improving more and more every day. Coach Onishi's assessment is the same, but isn't he the strongest thrower from outfield right now? His throwing balls and control are getting better and better, and I feel like he's absorbing things quickly," short stop said, praising the 2022 first-round draft pick, who is a shortstop by trade. The plan is to have Ihine Itua compete for a spot on the opening day first team as a outfield defense and pinch runner.