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Asian Games Player Chu Chia-en Fuels Lions' Victory, Finds Motivation

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Unified Lions player Chu Chia-en hit a game-tying RBI single in the ninth inning and later scored the go-ahead run in the tenth, leading his team to a 3-2 victory over the Rakuten Monkeys.
  • Chu, who was named the single-game MVP, expressed that being selected for the Asian Games national team provides motivation to maintain his performance and help the team.
  • The Unified Lions have strongly supported the Taiwanese national team for the Asian Games for two consecutive editions, sending multiple players.

Unified Lions player Chu Chia-en delivered a clutch performance, hitting a game-tying RBI single in the ninth inning and driving in the decisive run in the tenth to secure a 3-2 victory over the Rakuten Monkeys. This win marked the Lions' third consecutive triumph. Chu's crucial hits came in his first game after being selected for the Asian Games national team, showcasing his immediate impact.

I think I should not think about that first. During my time with the team, I want to help the team and maintain a good state to face every game.

— Chu Chia-enAfter being named single-game MVP following his game-tying and go-ahead hits.

Reflecting on his single-game MVP award, Chu emphasized his focus on contributing to the team's success. "I think I should not think about that first. During my time with the team, I want to help the team and maintain a good state to face every game," he stated. He added that his selection for the Asian Games squad was a significant affirmation. "It's a kind of recognition because there are many players to choose from, but they picked me. It gives me the motivation to keep working hard."

The Unified Lions have demonstrated strong support for the Taiwanese national team participating in the Asian Games. They sent three players, Lin An-ko, Lin Tzu-hao, and Ku Lin-jui-yang, to the 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games and have again provided players like Chu Chia-en and Chang Hsiang for the upcoming games. This commitment highlights the club's dedication to national team endeavors.

It's a kind of recognition because there are many players to choose from, but they picked me. It gives me the motivation to keep working hard.

— Chu Chia-enOn his selection for the Asian Games national team.

Manager Lin Yueh-ping acknowledged the significance of the Asian Games, noting its quadrennial occurrence compared to the annual Chinese Professional Baseball League season. He believes such international competitions are vital for players aiming to represent the national team in the future. "For the Asian Games four years from now, these players might not have the chance to be selected again. If they want to be a part of the national team in the future, they will need this kind of experience," Lin explained.

For the Asian Games four years from now, these players might not have the chance to be selected again. If they want to be a part of the national team in the future, they will need this kind of experience.

— Lin Yueh-pingUnified Lions manager, explaining the importance of the Asian Games for player development.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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