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[Photo] Duksoo High School Shortstop Uhm Jun-sang Displays Solid Defense
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[Photo] Duksoo High School Shortstop Uhm Jun-sang Displays Solid Defense

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Uhm Jun-sang, shortstop for Duksoo High School, displayed strong defensive skills during the 4th Hanwha Eagles Cup High School vs. University All-Star Game.
  • The game features selected players from high school and university teams, chosen by professional club scouts.
  • Duksoo High School's coach Jeong Yun-jin manages the high school team, while Sungkyunkwan University's coach Lee Yeon-soo leads the university squad.

Uhm Jun-sang, the shortstop for Duksoo High School, showcased impressive defensive prowess during the 4th Hanwha Eagles Cup High School vs. University All-Star Game held at Daejeon Hanwha Life Insurance Baseball Park. His fielding contributions were a highlight of the early innings.

The annual all-star event brings together top young baseball talent, with players meticulously selected by scouts from all 10 professional baseball clubs. The high school team is managed by Jeong Yun-jin, the coach of Duksoo High School and the U-18 national team.

Opposing them, the university all-stars are led by Lee Yeon-soo, the head coach of the U-23 national team from Sungkyunkwan University. The selection process ensures a high caliber of play, offering a glimpse into the future of Korean baseball.

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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.

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