◇ Hokkaido Nippon-Ham to hold "Dominican Republic Day" on June 12th

Hokkaido Nippon-Ham will play against Chunichi, June 12th. Castro player, Lao pitcher, Reyes A "Dominican Republic Day" event will be held, allowing attendees to experience the charm of the Dominican Republic, the home country of the players. Swing towels and Dominican Republic fans will be distributed to the first 5,000 attendees, and there will be a performance of "Bachata," a dance representative of the Dominican Republic, as well as an exhibition of photographs showing the three players in their home country.

◇ Fukuoka Softbank The Hawks Junior Team Player Selection Trials to be Held

Fukuoka Softbank will hold a selection trial for players to participate in the "NPB Junior Tournament KONAMI CUP 2026." This year, once again, under the guidance of former team player Shinya Kayama, they aim to win the tournament alongside children who aspire to become future professional baseball players.

The players will be selected through a selection process that begins with the first round of the "15th Pitching & Swing Speed Contest" held by Himalaya Co., Ltd. from June 19th (Friday) to July 19th (Sunday), followed by the second, third, and final rounds.

▼Comment from Director Kayama▼
"We will create a team that is 'completely reborn,' where each player is not satisfied with the status quo, but grows by challenging themselves with new things. We will share as much as we can about what we have experienced in the professional world, and together with the children, we aim to be the best in Japan. We look forward to your challenge, if you have a passionate spirit!"

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