"2026 KBO Rookie Orientation Invites Professors Lee Dae-ho, Park Ji-young, and Kim Doo-han" to be held in Daejeon on the 14th for 4 consecutive years

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The Korea Baseball Organization (KBO) will continue its 2026 KBO rookie orientation in Daejeon this year.

KBO announced on the 9th that "the 2026 KBO Rookie Orientation will be held at Daejeon Convention Center from 10:30 a.m. on the 14th."

The rookie orientation will be held for a total of 130 new players and nurturing players who will take their first steps in the KBO league in the 2026 season. Starting with the introduction of the KBO management team to the league, it consists of various educational programs to convey the basic knowledge and responsibility necessary as a professional player.

The first lecture of the orientation will be given by former Lotte Giants Lee Dae-ho, who is called "Joseon's No. 4 hitter." Lee Dae-ho is a legend of the KBO who has made great achievements, including a seven-time batting champion in the 2010 season and the most consecutive home runs (nine games). Based on his experience in the KBO league for 17 seasons, he will advise junior players on how to manage his career and the posture he should have as a professional player.

Education has also been prepared for new players who are not familiar with media interviews and fan services. Announcer Park Ji-young will be a lecturer and introduce how to respond to interviews, how to communicate effectively with fans, and examples of desirable fan service.

Kim Doo-han, an orthopedic surgeon at Keimyung University Dongsan Hospital, will take charge of injury prevention and mental coaching education. Professor Kim Doo-han will deliver practical management methods to maintain stable performance and minimize injuries during the season based on his expertise in player condition management and sports damage prevention.

Jeong Young-wook, a lieutenant of the Daejeon Metropolitan Police Agency, is in charge of education on the prevention of cheating and driving under the influence of alcohol. Lieutenant Chung Young-wook will explain the responsibilities and social roles that must be recognized as a professional player, focusing on actual field cases.

Meanwhile, drinks such as bottled water provided at the event will be sponsored by Dong-A Otsuka, the official sponsor of the KBO League.

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