What he taught me was…
Sports Hochi reporter Yasuko Yanagita
Born in ’73. Covered baseball as a reporter since 1996. From 2004 to 2012, he was in charge of Major League Baseball. From 2016 to 2018, he was in charge of player videos and team SNS as a public relations officer for the Yomiuri Giants. He is currently the director of the Campaign Department of the Hochi Shimbun Editorial Bureau.
It’s okay if you don’t know much about baseball.Let’s have fun with a fun heart
I want to make my debut as a baseball fan, but I can’t find the opportunity… For such people, Yasuko Yanagita of Sports Hochi says, “Using the player’s impressions and characters as an entry point is a good idea.”
“Don’t think too hard about it, just enjoy it as part of your promotion.When you find a player you’re interested in, gather information on SNS etc., and go to the stadium once.You can experience the game and the atmosphere there, and actually I’m sure it’ll be exciting and fun to watch the players play.”
The second and third team facilities are relatively compact and close to the players, creating an immediate sense of familiarity. I would also like to pay attention to the leadership team. Managers and coaches in particular are often familiar faces to Alafi. It may be interesting to see the joy and pain of people of the same age. And this is where the seeds of “Numa Ochi” lie.
“Try observing the bench from the visitor’s side (third base side). You might be able to witness some exciting scenes of players playing around and pushing each other (lol). If you can see the relationship diagram within the team, it will be even better. You can fit in.”
Ms. Yanagita believes that now is a good time to make her debut, as each team is focusing on ballpark gourmet food, merchandise, and events, creating an environment that is easy for women to enjoy.
“A long time ago, there were many hardcore male fans at the stadium, but now there are more women wearing stylish uniforms, and there are many delicious foods. Experience baseball in a casual way where you can enjoy drinks and food. please try”
Eclat’s 7 ways to enjoy baseball
1. Find your “favorite”
First, find the player or coach you want to support. “Look at professional baseball player directories and team magazines such as “Monthly Giants,” which feature photos and profiles of the players and leaders of 12 teams, and check out new players in the draft.” (Mr. Yanagita) ).
Professional baseball player yearbooks are currently on sale from numerous publishers including Sports Hochi and Baseball Magazine. Covers data such as last year’s performance and annual salary of registered players under control.The content is slightly different due to the unique coverage of each company, and it is interesting to compare them.
2. Follow the team and favorite SNS
Gather information by following your favorite players and their teams on SNS and YouTube. “When I look at the players’ social media, I feel much closer to them. I also get information about the team’s events, and it also gives me an opportunity to go to the ballpark.”
3.Enjoy stadium food that gets upgraded year by year
Each stadium focuses on gourmet food, and new menus are introduced every year. The local flavor unique to the stadium is a must-try. “We have a wide variety of drinks and sweets. You can enjoy it with friends and family, or by yourself.”
4. Matches at the opponent’s home stadium occur as soon as the gates open.
“Visitors (teams visiting their opponent’s home base) have the privilege of being able to watch practice before a game.The gates of the stadium usually open about two hours before the game starts.At that time, you can enter the stadium, watch practice, and buy some food. It is recommended that you prepare for the upcoming match.”
5. Go on a trip to the local baseball stadium
Since I have plenty of money and time to spare, I want to enjoy watching a baseball game and traveling all at once. “It’s a chance to travel to local cities that you don’t have the chance to visit. You can also try out the restaurants that the athletes frequent.”
6.Seeing through development players until they become registered players under control
It’s also a good idea to find a favorite among the development players (those with 3-digit uniform numbers) who can only participate in second-team matches, and support them over the long term until they become registered under control and can play in first-team matches. “Sometimes there are star candidates in the training process. The joy of discovering a gemstone in the rough is a connoisseur’s experience.”
7. Pay attention to the next batter’s circle during the game
“Next~” is the space in front of the bench where the next person to bat will wait. “It’s fun to compare the routines and movements of each player. You can also get a glimpse of their personalities, such as how they carefully line up the players after using non-slip rosin bags.”
Mr. Yanagita is a “favorite man” who has high expectations for his abilities!
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Soichiro Yamazaki (Orix Buffaloes)
Born in ’98, pitcher. Armed with his fastest straight line of 160km/h and high-speed fork, he played an active role as the center of the intermediate team last season. Last year, he came in first place in Ori Hime’s (female fan) favorite vote.
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Yuki Okada (Yomiuri Giants)
Born in ’00, outfielder. He joined the Giants in the 5th pick of the draft in 2022. His offensive and defensive sense shines, and he boasts one of the best physical abilities on the team. He hit his first professional home run last season in the first team.
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Yugo Bando (Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks)
Born in ’95, pitcher. His specialty is a fork with a sharp drop. He aims to be in the starting rotation for the opening season. His handsomeness has been a hot topic since high school, and he’s described as “the orthodox type that looks like something you’d see in a girls’ manga.”
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Makoto Kyomoto (Yomiuri Giants)
Born in ’04, pitcher. He is also a player that new coach Abe has high expectations for. His appeal is his dynamic pitching that takes advantage of his height. “He is a young player who is growing rapidly.He looks like Hayato Sakamoto and is refreshing.”
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