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Taiwan to host 2026 WBC qualifiers, MLB agrees
Taiwan will host one of the 2026 World Baseball Classic qualifiers, as announced by the Chinese Taipei Baseball Association. The qualifiers will feature eight teams, with Taiwan competing in Taipei.
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Taipei councilor proposes baseball museum at Taipei Arena
Taipei City Councilor Chen proposes a "Taiwan Baseball Story Museum" at Taipei Arena to preserve baseball culture. Mayor Chiang supports the idea, exploring its feasibility.
2024/09/24 11:14
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Taipei mayor backs plan for baseball monument at arena
Discover how Taipei plans to honor its baseball heritage with a new monument at Taipei Arena, celebrating the legacy of the former Taipei Municipal Baseball Stadium.
2024/09/23 14:15
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U.S. official greets Taiwanese players at Little League
Discover how the U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Richard Verma’s visit to the Junior League Baseball World Series in Williamsport highlights the growing sports and cultural ties between the U.S. and Taiwan.
2024/08/26 10:06
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Taiwan defeats Cuba 10-2 in Little League World Series
Discover how Taiwan’s young baseball team clinched a 10-2 victory over Cuba in the Little League World Series, setting up an exciting match against Japan. Read about their journey and standout moments.
2024/08/20 10:59
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Guishan baseball team shuts out Canada 8-0 at Little League
Discover how Taoyuan City Guishan Elementary School Baseball team clinched an 8-0 victory over Canada at the 2024 Little League World Series, marking a significant win for the Asia-Pacific representatives. Learn about the support from New York’s Taipei Economic and Cultural Office and the team’s historic performance in the series.
2024/08/15 13:46
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NVIDIA founder to pitch at Taipei Dome baseball event
Discover how NVIDIA founder Jensen Huang is connecting with the Taiwanese community through baseball, as he prepares to throw the first pitch at the Taipei Dome during the Dragon Stars Fun Days. Learn about his engagement with tech leaders and fans.
2024/05/31 09:48
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Taiwan to host WBSC Premier12 games at Taipei Dome
Discover the schedule for the 2024 WBSC Premier12, where Taiwan will host preliminary games at the Taipei Dome in November, facing top global teams. Learn about Taiwan’s matchups and the international competition.
2024/05/29 12:03
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MLB eyes Taipei Dome for World Baseball Classic qualifiers
Discover how Taiwan is gearing up for a significant role in international baseball by potentially hosting the 2026 World Baseball Classic qualifiers at Taipei Dome, a move that could spotlight its talent on the global stage.
2024/05/23 10:23
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Giants set record at Taipei Dome with massive turnout
Discover how the Yomiuri Giants’ exhibition games in Taiwan broke attendance records at Taipei Dome, with President Tsai Ing-wen lauding the Giants for fostering bilateral friendships between Taiwan and Japan.
2024/03/04 16:54
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Yomiuri Giants exhibition games: Full stadium opening
Don’t miss the excitement of the "TOYOTA 2024 Yomiuri Giants 90th Anniversary Taiwan Games" exhibition games, set to fill Taipei Dome with over 36,000 eager baseball fans each day. Witness the Yomiuri Giants face off against the CTBC Brothers and Rakuten Monkeys in this historic event celebrating the Giants’ 90th anniversary.
2024/02/22 17:38
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Yomiuri Giants set for Taiwan exhibition games in March
The Yomiuri Giants, a Japanese professional baseball team, will be playing two exhibition games in Taiwan next March. They will face off against two Taiwanese teams, the CTBC Brothers on March 2 and the Rakuten Monkeys on March 3, at the Taipei Dome. Tsukasa Imamura, the president of the Giants, emphasized the importance of promoting baseball culture in Asia and expressed his hope for more Taiwanese players to join the team in the future. He mentioned that the Giants’ scouts have a high regard for Taiwanese high school players but have noticed a perceived stagnation in their skills after reaching college. Imamura hopes that Taiwan can produce more legendary players like Kuo Tai-yuan and Kuo Yuen-chih, who have already made a name for themselves in Japanese baseball. Throughout the years, 10 Taiwanese players, excluding the iconic Sadaharu Oh, have played for the Giants in Japan’s professional leagues, highlighting the ongoing baseball exchange between the two neighboring countries.
2023/12/12 20:03
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’2024 Yomiuri 90th Anniversary’ game tickets now on sale
Tickets for the "Yomiuri 2024 TOYOTA 90th Anniversary Taiwan Trial" baseball game are now on sale through the UDN Ticketing Network. The network has implemented a queuing system to manage the high demand, with purchases starting at 12 p.m. Organizers recommend registering in advance and following the official fan page for instructions. The initial phase offers 26,000 seats, with the possibility of more being released later. The event will take place in March at the Taipei Dome, and fans are excited to secure their spot at this historic competition.
2023/12/12 13:50
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Taipei Dome adds seats for Asian Baseball Championship final
The Farglory Group has confirmed the addition of 4,700 second-level infield seats at the Taipei Dome for the final game day of the 30th Asian Baseball Championship. The decision to expand the seating capacity was made due to high demand from fans, allowing more supporters to witness the championship in person. With the new seats, the anticipated total attendance for the game is expected to reach nearly 22,000 people. Farglory has expressed its commitment to upgrading the venue and thanked fans for their support. The group also emphasized its responsibility for maintaining the stadium’s facilities and pledged to provide top-notch services in collaboration with the Taipei City Government and the Chinese Taipei Baseball Association (CTBA). The ongoing 30th Asian Baseball Championship has attracted significant crowds, with the opening game between Taiwan and South Korea teams drawing nearly 17,000 fans. The ongoing appeal for more seats from eager fans has been a major talking point throughout the tournament.
2023/12/07 15:43
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Taipei Dome prevails over critics, declares baseball coach
Taipei Dome proves its resilience during the Asia Baseball Championship, according to veteran baseball coach and legislative candidate Tsai Ming-tang. Despite heavy rains the day before, the indoor game proceeded smoothly, showcasing the Dome as Taiwan’s only international-grade indoor baseball stadium immune to weather disruptions. Tsai praised the venue’s performance and criticized politicians for hindering infrastructure development. He also highlighted the Dome’s potential as a landmark national structure due to its prime location and accessibility. Additionally, Tsai expressed personal pride as five players from his coached team participated in the opening match. He emphasized the importance of grassroots baseball and advocated for the development of idle school properties into baseball fields to benefit more students.
2023/12/04 21:30
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Hou Yu-ih slams former Taipei mayor over Taipei Dome delays
Kuomintang (KMT) presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih celebrates Chinese Taipei Baseball Team’s first victory at the Asia Baseball Championship and criticizes then Taipei mayor Ko Wen-je for the delayed completion of Taipei Dome. Hou highlights the eight-year delay and implies that Ko failed to effectively resolve the issues surrounding the project. Comparing Ko to current Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an, Hou praises Chiang’s determination and ability to govern the city, emphasizing his achievements in dealing with the Taipei Dome conundrum within a year of taking office.
2023/12/04 19:52
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Taipei Dome’s first Asian Baseball Game ends in swift exit
The Taipei Dome hosted the opening game of the Asian Baseball Championship, with a crowd of 16,647 fans witnessing the inaugural international event. Taipei Metro efficiently evacuated spectators within 25 minutes after the game. The "Taiwan vs. Korea" showdown resulted in a 4-0 victory for Taiwan, generating excitement from the stands. Taipei Metro increased train frequency to every 2.5 minutes at Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall Station to accommodate the large audience. KMT Taipei City Councilor Wang Hsin-i praised the smooth evacuation process. Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an inspected traffic conditions after the game. This successful event at the Taipei Dome and the efficient collaboration of transportation services set a positive precedent for future large-scale international sporting events in the city.
2023/12/04 19:50
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Taipei Dome eyes 40,000 fans amid Asian baseball event
The Taipei Dome in Taiwan is gradually increasing its attendance for safety reasons, aiming to complete a full capacity test of 40,000 spectators within the next year. The 30th BFA Asian Baseball Championship recently opened its doors to 17,000 people at the Dome. To ensure the safe evacuation of these fans, Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an detailed plans to increase the frequency of Taipei MRT trains, with the aim of completing the evacuation in 35 to 40 minutes. Chiang also mentioned that the arrival of Japan’s professional baseball team, the Yomiuri Giants, next year could potentially accommodate 40,000 fans, depending on the professional assessment of the Chinese Taipei Baseball Association (CTBA) and the Farglory Group. The city government is committed to assisting and gradually increasing the number of spectators in a safe manner. The 2023 Asian Championship, featuring a highly anticipated Taiwan vs. South Korea showdown, is the first international event at the Dome since its completion, and tickets for the event sold out instantly, with 17,000 snapped up in seconds.
2023/12/04 19:45
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Sadaharu Oh roots for Taiwan in Asia Baseball Championship
Sadaharu Oh, Taiwanese-Japanese baseball legend, expressed his wish for the Taiwan team to triumph over South Korea in the Asian Baseball Championship. He hopes that in three years, Japan and Taiwan will join forces in the World Baseball Classic finals. Oh praised the Taipei Dome’s facilities and believes that players competing in such an exceptional environment will feel more confident, enhancing their ability to bring glory to their country and Asia. Reflecting on his own experiences in the Tokyo Dome, Oh emphasized the importance of a great setting in nurturing heroes and predicted that the presence of the Taipei Dome will improve the future of Taiwanese baseball.
2023/12/02 17:21
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Team Taiwan’s secret training device: smart pitching machine
The Chinese Taipei national baseball team, also called Team Taiwan, has a secret weapon in their training arsenal: a state-of-the-art smart pitching machine.
2023/03/16 20:00
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Team Taiwan’s fans show unwavering support for players
Team Taiwan took on Cuba in the World Baseball Classic (WBC) on Sunday, resulting in a loss for the Taiwanese team, also called Chinese Taipei.
2023/03/13 17:53