LG Twins announce celebrity first-pitch lineup for home series
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- LG Twins baseball team announced a lineup of celebrity first-pitchers for their upcoming home games.
- The series includes actress Ha Ji-won and other personalities.
- The team aims to build excitement for the second half of the season.
The LG Twins are set to kick off the second half of the KBO season with a series of high-profile first-pitch ceremonies. The baseball club announced an impressive lineup of celebrity guests who will throw the ceremonial first pitch before their home games against the KT Wiz from July 16-19.
Actress Ha Ji-won, known for her roles in popular dramas and films, is scheduled to throw the first pitch on July 16. Her appearance is expected to draw significant attention, adding star power to the team's opening games of the latter half of the season. The team has also teased other notable personalities, including a "Queen of Baseball" and characters from "Minions" and "Spider-Man," suggesting a diverse and entertaining promotional strategy.
This initiative aims to generate buzz and excitement among fans as the LG Twins begin their crucial second-half campaign. By featuring well-known figures and popular characters, the club hopes to boost attendance and create a festive atmosphere at Jamsil Baseball Stadium, rallying support for the team's performance.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.