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 Chiba Lotte Marines official cheer performer "M☆Splash! (M-Splash!).

Born in Funabashi City, Chiba Prefecture, she is 164 cm tall and enjoys collecting cute bag charms and strawberry goods.

YUKA joined the group in 2018 and is now in her 9th season; she has been a leader since 2022 and is in her 5th season as a leader. The reason why she has continued to lead M☆Splash! is "I want to be involved in the entertainment of The Marines. I want to be a part of it! I want to win! and "I want to be part of 's entertainment and win! With his wealth of experience and deep love for the team, he will continue to lead the entertainment of The Marines this season.

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A Q&A session with YUKA!

I love "〇〇"!
Ghana chocolate, cute things, Dragon Ball (first time showing), watching hair and makeup videos, K-pop idols

I'm not good at "〇〇"!
Shiitake mushrooms (and mushrooms in general), singing in front of people, jumping techniques

What are some essential warnings that should always be included in your "instruction manual"?
You'll get a reward if you do your best ♡ Just leave them alone when they seem to be in a bad mood!
(When I'm in a bad mood, it shows very clearly on my face...but when I'm not, I'm calm and peaceful no matter what I'm doing, so I'd be happy if you talked to me ♡)

What inspired you to start dancing?
Influenced by my father and brother, I used to go and support Chiba Lotte Marines, and I admired M☆Splash!! When I heard that The Marines Dance Academy was opening, I joined and started dancing!

What were your childhood dreams?
M☆Splash!! can deliver a performance that will bring smiles to the faces of those who watch them!

What is the most moving experience you've ever had in your life?
I was able to witness the moments when numerous records were achieved.
I will never forget the moment when pitcher Roki Sasaki achieved his perfect game.

Where would you like to travel to?
I want to travel to places with abundant nature or trendy spots, such as South Korea, the United States, Canada, and Hokkaido!

◯What's your phone's wallpaper?
A two-shot photo taken with Coach Nagamine (Head Coach of M☆Splash!!), whom I deeply respect and admire!

If the concept of calories disappeared from the world, what would you want to eat until you were full?
I want to eat lots and lots of high-calorie foods like chocolate, strawberries, ice cream, potatoes, gummy candies, ramen, and fried butter!

What would you want to eat as your last meal?
Dad's oden and Mom's nikujaga

◯What is your ideal way to spend a holiday?
I want to make it a beauty day!
I could go to a salon for a head spa or something to pamper my body, then have a fancy lunch ♡ Or I could wake up early, do Pilates, and then have a relaxing picnic in the park!

What are you grateful for in your life?
family.
They are my biggest supporter, always looking out for me, cheering me on, and supporting me in so many ways!

◯What is something you would like to try someday?
Big eaters, singing in front of people
(I'd love to try competitive eating someday when I don't have to worry about calories!!! I'm not good at singing in front of people, but I love singing, so I hope I can overcome that!)

Here's what's amazing about member XX!
MARIN's hair arrangement and solo dance ♡
I'm always surprised by how different her hairstyles and solo dances are each time! MARIN is very laid-back, but when she dances, she transforms into a cool, amazing person ♡

◯What was the happiest thing about being active as "M☆Splash!!"?
- Receiving kind words from fans such as, "Let's cheer together again today! Thank you as always! You give me energy!"
- I get to become friends with performers from other teams through our activities. I'm happy to have various encounters because it motivates me to work harder!

◯What aspects of yourself do you think have grown since joining "M☆Splash!!"?
heart!
Through my interactions with many people, I think I've grown not only as a dancer but also in my demeanor and as a person! Mentally, I used to tend to overthink things, but I think I've become stronger through various experiences.

Show off your team!
We are a team comprised of members who never forget to work hard, and who support and encourage each other with compassion!
Furthermore, we always aim to provide cool and high-level entertainment, so please be sure to check out our high-quality dance performances!
M☆Splash!! has a history of over 20 years, and it's thanks to the people who have taken over and dedicated themselves to the team, truly loving dance from the bottom of their hearts, that M☆Splash!! is what it is today! I'm reminded once again what an amazing team it is!

Look at this part of me!
Dynamic and delicate performance
Hair and makeup tailored to the season and events, and nail art.

◯What were your impressions of the first practice session with the 2026 season members?
I was saddened to realize that the 2025 members had truly graduated...
I got to see the rookies' individual dance performances, and I was surprised at how high everyone's skill level was!

◯What are the challenges you've set for yourself for the 2026 season?
Remember your original intentions and keep working!
In addition to dance performances, I will also strive to be able to express my thoughts more effectively through words during MC segments!

What does "Zozo Marine Stadium" mean to you?
Youth! A place filled with memories of more than half of my life!

◯How would you describe "M☆Splash!!" in one word?
This is the precious team that helped shape who I am!

◯What do you think a "professional baseball cheer performer" is like?
They are the link between fans and players, working towards the team's win.
(I wonder if I've become someone who can say "cheer performer" as a future dream...)

If you had to choose your walk-up music for the 2026 season, which would it be?
XG "WOKE UP"

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

"I'm YUKA, the leader of M☆Splash!! We cherish our love for baseball and our interactions with our fans, and as a team, we will always work together to deliver the best performance and liven up the stadium! Please pay attention to M☆Splash!!'s performance! We are really looking forward to seeing you at Zozo Marine Stadium ♡ We appreciate your support this season as well!"

【M☆Splash!!】
Celebrating their 23rd year together this year, "M☆Splash!!" is a cheerleading group that supports The Marines alongside the fans, creating an exciting atmosphere at the stadium through their dance performances on ground.
Outside the stadium, she actively engages in community service activities such as appearing at events in Chiba Prefecture, visiting schools, and participating in volunteer work. She also focuses on nurturing the next generation as an instructor at the team's official kids dance school, "The Marines Dance Academy (MDA)."
For the 2026 season, the team will expand to a total of 22 members, including eight new members. Wearing new costumes based on the concept of "coexistence of individuality and team unity," they will deliver powerful and spectacular performances to support The Marines 'win.

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M☆Splash!! Official Instagram (@chibalotte_msplash)

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