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Not just pros: Coach Lee Moon-han's magic leads university baseball team to Presidential Cup title in 5 years
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Not just pros: Coach Lee Moon-han's magic leads university baseball team to Presidential Cup title in 5 years

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Dongwon Institute of Science and Technology, led by coach Lee Moon-han, won the 60th Presidential Cup National University Baseball Championship.
  • The team achieved an undefeated championship, defeating Yeoju University 5-3 in the finals.
  • This victory marks a significant achievement for the team, which was founded only five years ago.

Dongwon Institute of Science and Technology has clinched the 60th Presidential Cup National University Baseball Championship, marking a remarkable triumph just five years after the team's establishment. The victory, achieved with an undefeated record, highlights the rapid success under the guidance of coach Lee Moon-han.

In the final match held in Taebaek, Dongwon Institute of Science and Technology defeated Yeoju University with a score of 5-3. This decisive win capped off a dominant performance throughout the tournament, solidifying their status as champions.

Coach Lee Moon-han, known for his previous roles in the front offices of the Samsung Lions and Lotte Giants professional baseball teams, has brought his expertise to the collegiate level. His leadership has evidently translated into significant success, challenging the notion that his influence was limited to professional team management.

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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.