4th grade blog No. 36 Yumeto Kanamaru | Kansai University Athletic Association Baseball Club Blog

​4th grade blog NO.36

Yumeto Kanamaru

Today isYumeto KanamaruWe bring you the blog of (Bun 4, Shinko Tachibana)!

It’s been about two weeks since my last blog, and I’m sure you’ve forgotten about it, but the time has finally come for me to write a blog. As you all know, I’m not very smart, so I’m sure there are some parts where you think, “Huh?”, but I did my best to write it, so I’d be happy if you read it. Student baseball is over, and while I’m done with it, I’m writing this blog feeling a little lonely.

Due to my father’s influence, I had a dream of becoming a professional baseball player since I was little, and I experienced many good and bad experiences. 16 years have passed since then, and the other day, that dream came true, and after competing with four teams, I was drafted in first place by the Chunichi Dragons. From the bottom of my heart, I am glad that I have worked hard even though I was willing to die. The sport of baseball isn’t all that easy, and there were far more hardships. That’s why I realized that dreams can come true if you are determined, take on challenges, and work hard. I would like to look back a little on my baseball life.

Since my father is a high school baseball umpire, I have many opportunities to watch baseball games, and when I was in the first grade of elementary school, I realized that I loved baseball and was throwing the ball with my left hand. From the time I started playing baseball until my third year of junior high school, my daily routine was to wake up at 6 a.m. every morning and go for a run. If my time was slow, my father would scold me. I remember the days when it was harder than practicing for youth baseball and junior high school club activities. However, his efforts did not bear fruit at the time, and he was unable to become a notable player, so he chose a public high school for high school. During my three years in high school, I struggled a lot due to injuries and coronavirus, and the only good thing was the last independent tournament. When Koshien was over and I was wondering if I could continue playing baseball without a place to show off, I met Mr. Yamaguchi, who was also a senior in high school. You could say that was the turning point in my life. There were 8 people recommended for sports at Kansai University, and I was the 8th person to do so. While I was happy to be admitted to the prestigious Kansai University, I was also a little worried about whether I would be able to make it among the nearly 200 members, even though I had no particular track record. When I first saw practices and games, I was overwhelmed by the stars of Koshien and the seniors who threw amazing pitches that I had never seen before. I remember it very well. However, from that time on, I seriously wanted to become a professional. At first, I was desperately trying to keep up with my seniors, but I ended up having so much fun because I love baseball, I love practicing, and I love throwing. I practiced a lot and felt that I was growing like never before, so I started pitching in league games in the fall of my first year, and little by little I was able to improve my ball speed and improve my pitching ability. In the fall of his second year, he participated in the Jingu Tournament and stood on the mound for the first time in his life, and in the fall of his third year, he won three league titles. I was really happy.

From there, great seniors retired, and before I knew it, I was in my senior year. The position I had been in was one where I had to be led by my seniors, but suddenly I was in a position where I was leading the way, and now I am the person in charge of pitching and the one who brings the team together. A new team has arrived. I couldn’t hide my confusion at this extraordinary experience that I had never experienced before. Every day I’m surrounded by reporters. It’s natural to hold back. It’s natural to win. If you lose a point or get injured, it’s all over the news. It was a year where I was happy to be noticed, but at the same time I struggled with pressure and pressure. The year started with the Samurai Japan game. It was a really great experience to be selected by the top team and to be able to practice and play games with top-class professional baseball players. I realized how good it is to compete with the Japanese flag on my back, and I have set a new goal of one day becoming a player who can carry the Japanese flag on my back and contribute to being the best in the world. That is also my current driving force. Time passed quickly from there, and we finished 5th in the spring league match, and fell one step short of winning in the fall league match, but it was a frustrating result. If I have any regrets, I’ll get there. I wanted to go to Jingu with this team again. I realized how difficult baseball is. However, over the past four years, I have seriously practiced a lot and sacrificed many things in order to become a professional. There’s confidence in that. Also, the reason I was able to grow this far is definitely because of the support and encouragement from so many people. In particular, I cannot thank my parents enough. I chose to commute from my parents’ home to get in shape, and my mom made the most delicious meals in the world while keeping nutrition in mind. thank you. Dad gave me dreams. I think I was able to grow this far by watching the passion and greatness of baseball behind me. thank you. And thank you for your hard work as referees at Koshien for the past 14 years. Both of you, please come and watch my match next time. I am filled with gratitude to everyone who has been involved in my baseball career so far. Thank you very much. From now on, I will do my best to repay the favor with results as a professional baseball player, so please support me.

It’s definitely thanks to my teammates that I’ve been able to grow over the past four years. It was difficult because my classmates were full of people with strong habits, but when it came time to practice, my eyes changed, and I was able to get carried away in a good direction and work on my practice silently as they all practiced a lot. It was especially difficult to organize the pitchers.

There were about two kids who played pranks on people’s tools and clothes.

There was one Anpanman snoring like he was at a construction site.

I’m serious, and there’s one 149 kg right-hand man who mistakenly thinks he’s an adult.

There was one tall person who suddenly started saying incomprehensible things like “Good job” and “Daaa”.

I’ve been referred to a lot in my previous blogs as a child, but I was wondering who was in charge of what. However, I have been practicing with these five players since the Aki camp. From the time I entered the school, everyone was really amazing and inspired me. I am proud that we worked hard to improve and made it all the way to the end without missing anyone. thank you.

Also,ShindoI am grateful to you. By having the same person catch the ball for me, I can clearly see how things are going and where things are getting better or worse, so I’ve been playing catch with them almost every day for a little over a year. I caused a lot of trouble by going at my own pace, but thanks to that, I was able to pitch well. thank you.

KaitoThank you for coming to every game! The best battery in Japan.

KentaThank you very much for your help. Thanks to your busy schedule, we were able to reach our fateful day safely. thank you.

Looking to the future after sustaining a stress fracture in his lower back during the last league game, he was told to refrain from pitching in order to allow it to fully heal. When I was told this, I was really worried. I could see the faces of my teammates and at the end, I had a strong desire to play baseball with everyone and show them how I pitched in my last league game, so even though I wasn’t in perfect condition, I decided to fight with this team until the end. To be honest, I didn’t think I would be able to make it all the way to the end, but thanks to the efforts of all the members and the cheering from the stands, I was able to make it all the way. thank you.

Over the past four years, I’ve seen college students having fun on campus and felt jealous, but when we talked about our own ridiculous stories or made a fuss like idiots, their eyes changed color. When I practiced and played games, I had many experiences that ordinary people would not have. Because of this friend. I was happy.

The cheering squad members are also teammates. Thank you for supporting Japan for the past four years. It really helped me. Many times when I was in a pinch, I looked at the stands and gained courage. I’m sorry that I couldn’t take you to the shrine. However, we appreciate your continued support of the Kansai University baseball team.

To my juniors

Thank you for playing baseball with me. I learned a lot from my juniors, not only playing baseball but also going to hot springs and getting along well with them in private, so it was fun.

I really want them to achieve the number one title in Japan that we were unable to achieve.Adachi、Aratani、KenshinI hope the three of you will be the core of the pitchers and pull everyone together. We all have strength, so please remember to be humble, don’t run away from tough things, don’t give up, and do your best even though it’s not that easy. I’m always watching, so don’t let your guard down. I’m rooting for you.

Otsuki’slong tail、Right?、WestHe used to follow me around at my own pace. I’ve said a lot of tough things, but you have a lot of good things, so please believe in yourself and do your best. First, build a strong body. I look forward to hearing good reports. I’m glad the three of you were here! thank you!

You never know what will happen in life. I was a complete unknown until college, but for the past four years I’ve been seriously aiming to become a professional. I repeatedly hit obstacles such as not being able to improve despite practicing, getting injured, and the coronavirus pandemic. However, I was able to get to this point by being persistent, thinking positively, and steadily practicing steadily. The other thing I have always valued is never wavering from a goal I set, and being determined and seeing it through to the end. The higher the goal, the more sacrifices you will have to make, and you need to be prepared to do so. I was always telling myself. I will do my best in my future baseball career so that there is nothing left undone. Let’s do our best together!

PS.

The draft meeting has ended, and I would like to thank you for all the congratulatory messages from the other day. The moment I was nominated, the moment I raised my torso, I will never forget that scene. I will continue to make use of what I have learned as a representative of Kansai University and the baseball club, and do my best to be able to play an active role in the professional world. Thank you for your support. Also, everyone, please become a Dragons fan lol

Finally, I’m glad I came to Kansai University! I’m glad I met everyone! thank you! Good morning.

Kanamaru, the absolute ace of Kansai University, was selected in first place by the Chunichi Dragons after competing with four teams.

I think this year has been tough, being the center of attention, and the pressure and pressure.

Even in such a situation, I can’t tell you how many times I was helped by Yumeto, who showed overwhelming pitching.

Thank you for entertaining me this year from Samurai Japan to the draft conference!

Contribute to the championship of the Chunichi Dragons, and eventually become the best pitcher in Japan in both name and reality, carrying the Japanese flag on your back!

I will go to Banterin Dome to support you! Everyone is looking forward to Yumeto’s success!