Pro baseball players wrap up successful youth clinic series

The Korea Professional Baseball Players Association successfully wrapped up its youth baseball clinic program, "DODREAM," with a final event at Gwangju-KIA Champions Field on May 15. The program, which ran for approximately two months starting April 6, saw over 200 professional players from all 10 KBO League teams interact with about 900 young aspiring athletes.

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DODREAM is not just a program to teach baseball, but a precious time for professional and youth players to share dreams with each other.

This initiative serves as the players' association's flagship social contribution program, aiming to impart skills and inspire dreams in young players. This year's clinics were notable for the voluntary participation of players, who also donated hundreds of cherished items, including game-worn uniforms and equipment, adding significant meaning to the events. Young participants cherished the opportunity to connect with their professional idols on the field, creating unforgettable memories.

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I will cheer for the children here today to grow into future stars of Korean professional baseball.

Yang Hyeon-jong, president of the players' association, emphasized the program's role in fostering mutual dreams between professional and youth players. He expressed gratitude to all participating teams and players, stating, "I will cheer for the children here today to grow into future stars of Korean professional baseball." KIA Tigers player Kim Do-young shared his reflections, saying, "It was meaningful to be able to have a positive influence on the juniors, just as we learned from our seniors." He hoped the experience would remain a lasting memory for the children.

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It was meaningful to be able to have a positive influence on the juniors, just as we learned from our seniors.