On July 27, the Vietnam Baseball and Softball Federation coordinated with the Korean Embassy in Vietnam and the Department of Culture and Sports of Da Nang City to organize the opening ceremony and competition of the " Worldwide Baseball Club Cup Tournament". 2024 - Korean Ambassador Cup " at the Sports Athlete Training and Coaching Center in Da Nang City.
Attending the baseball tournament were nearly 200 athletes from 10 teams from units of Hanoi, Hue, Da Nang, Nha Trang, Ho Chi Minh City and the People's Public Security.
The prize structure includes: First prize (Championship Cup, Gold Medal); Second prize (Silver Medal); Third prize (Bronze medal) and individual awards (best player, most impressive pitcher, most impressive batsman, best young player, best team selection) .
Speaking at the opening of the tournament, Mr. Hoang Trung Kien - Vice President of the Vietnam Baseball and Softball Federation said that baseball is a new sport in Vietnam and there is currently a movement to practice and compete in baseball in the country. We are growing stronger and receiving the attention of many units, organizations and individuals at home and abroad.
“This tournament is an opportunity for clubs and baseball players to interact, learn, and exchange experiences, working together towards the goal of developing a profound baseball movement in Vietnam; At the same time, it is also an opportunity for the Vietnam Baseball and Softball Federation to evaluate and select excellent athletes to prepare for upcoming international tournaments including the 2025 SEA Games in Thailand," Mr. Kien said.
The tournament will take place until July 28.
