The performers who will liven up Pacific League the 2026 season have gathered again this year at Pacific League Insight! ground The unknown efforts behind the smiles, baseball love, and unique characters behind the smiles of the six teams' official cheer and performance teams will be presented in their entirety.

You are sure to find your own "guesses" in this directory, which will make cheering at the stadium even more fun. Please take your time and enjoy it while waiting for the game to start!

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I would like to introduce Ms. Airi Niida, a member of Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters official cheer team "The Fighters Girl".

Born in Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan on August 19, his nickname is "Aichan". His hobbies are gym and sauna.

Ms. Araida has been learning jazz dance since she was 3 years old and was a member of the dance club in high school. This season, her third year with the team, she said, "I have seen many exciting and passionate games, and I have spent happier times than I have ever experienced before. This year, I will do my best to support The Fighters so that I can see them win the championship! He is very enthusiastic.

Airi Araida Back Number Year 2024 Year 2025]

A Q&A with Airi Niida!

I love "◯"!
I love spicy food!
I love spicy hot pot, and I can go up to 5 spicy!

I am not good at "0"!
I hate insects and birds.
When a crow appears in front of me, I pause.

◯What is the one note that must be written in your "user's manual"?
If I develop a strange habit of saying something, I will say it all the time, so please be kind and watch over me.

◯What made you start dancing?
I loved to dance since I was a child. I was a child who made my own microphone stand with a ramune microphone and danced in front of the TV. My parents saw that and took me to dance classes.

Where would you like to travel to?
Maldives!

◯What is your cell phone's standby picture?
Momoka Ito of AKB48.

If the concept of calories disappeared, what would you like to eat?
A thousand bowls of ramen!

What is your ideal way to spend your day off?
I would like to spend a full day at the gym or a cafe in the morning!

◯What are you thankful for in your life?
My teacher who has been teaching me how to dance since I was 3 years old.
I was shy and had a hard time getting along with the other kids around me, but my teacher kindly encouraged and watched over me and taught me how fun dancing could be. Thanks to her, I am still able to dance today. I will do my best every day with the goal of having my teacher come see me at the stadium someday!

◯What would you like to try someday?
A dance teacher.

◯What's so great about member 00?
Nanako Ueno is The Fighters the fastest girl in the group!
Nanako is always looking around me and she always has a sharp and accurate point when I make fun of her.

◯What is the best thing about being a "The Fighters girl"?
Meeting my seniors, classmates, and juniors, cheering them on together, and being impressed by each other.

◯What do you think you have grown since joining "The Fighters GIRLS"?
I have learned to prepare for everything carefully and to work hard.

◯Proud of your team!
The members are unique and interesting! They always make my abs collapse!

◯What is the challenge you are setting for yourself for the 2026 season?
To work hard, look around me, and make as many people as possible smile.

◯What kind of place is ES CON FIELD HOKKAIDO for you?
It is a special stage where you can give your all to make someone's day a smile.

◯What is one word to describe The Fighters girl for you?
A switch for a sense of togetherness.

◯What do you think it means to be a professional baseball cheerleader?
A person who pushes The Fighters along with the fans at any time of the day.

◯If you had to choose a song for your appearance in the 2026 season, what would it be?
DREAMS COME TRUE "Love, Laugh, Be Happy, Cry" by DREAMS COME TRUE

Finally, a message to the readers of Pacific League Insight...

"Hello everyone watching Pacific League Insight! I'm Airi Niida, and this is my third year. I love all The Fighters fans who always fight alongside the team and give us such warm support! Let's cheer loudly and pray for The Fighters' glory so that they can definitely become the best in Japan this year. We look forward to seeing you all there!"

[The Fighters Girls]
In 2004, the The Fighters Girls cheerleading team was formed along with the team's relocation to Hokkaido. Beyond energizing the stadium with their performances and cheering on the team, they are active both inside and outside the stadium, serving as stadium tour guides, promoting the team in various media, and working as dance academy instructors. They also actively participate in visits to kindergartens and daycare centers throughout Hokkaido and appear at events, playing a crucial role as a "bridge" connecting The Fighters with fans and the local community. This season, wearing their newly redesigned costumes—the first refresh in four years—the team consists of 27 members, including 14 new members and 13 returning members, who will passionately support The Fighters in their quest win.

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[Click here for the previous "Introduction to all performers from the 6 Pacific League teams in 2026"]