Following Okinawa Shogaku’s victory in the 107th National High School baseball Championship, Lotte Marines coach Shodai Ishimitsu, an alumnus of the school, released a statement through the team.
Coach Ishimine said, “I have watched the game as much as I can see. I felt dedicated. There is something deeply moving. This year, the team of defense forces centered on pitcher. I think we all defended and won with solid defense and good play at key points. I think everyone at pitcher was especially amazing. I think we defended well in the end and won. Congratulations. I would like to tell you that you really did a good job.”
Coach Ishimitsu’s older brother, Daigo (41), was on the bench as baseball team’s head teacher.
AloJapan.com