Hanwha seniors jumping into the winter sea… Ryu Hyun-jin: “I will do better next year”

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Keep ‍the promise ⁤made at​ the ‌opening media⁣ day, “if‍ you fail‌ in the ‌top 5,⁣ enter the ‌sea”

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Senior players⁤ from the professional baseball team Hanwha‌ Eagles ⁢took a dip in the winter sea. This is to keep the promises made before the opening.

Hanwha pitcher ‍Ryu hyun-jin posted a short video on his Instagram on⁣ the⁣ 11th. Here, he and other Hanwha veteran players were shown entering the sea. Those who walked in slowly put their heads in the water and‌ then came out.

Ryu Hyun-jin said,‍ “I ​went to ⁤the winter sea to keep ‍my promise to my fans. He also⁢ left‌ a resolution saying, “I will ‌do better⁤ next⁤ year.” The names of ​Lee Jae-won, Jang Si-hwan, ⁢Choi Jae-hoon, Chae eun-seong, ahn‍ Chi-hong, Jang Min-jae, and Lee Tae-yang, who were also obtained, ‍were also writen down.

According ‌to a⁣ Hanwha official,their⁢ acquisition took place in‌ the West Sea ⁤on‌ this day.

Entering ‍the​ winter ‌sea⁤ is a promise Hanwha made before the start of the⁢ season, expressing its desire for ​fall baseball. At ‌the opening media day,captain Chae Eun-seong⁤ said,“If ​we don’t​ make it into the top five,the senior ‌players have decided to swim in the waters off Taean.”

Though,Hanwha,which had been in the lower ranks,made a ‌unique promise based⁣ on the premise of making it to ⁣the top ‍five. The desire to ⁢advance to the postseason was‍ that strong.

Contrary ‍to expectations, Hanwha did not receive an invitation ‍to fall⁣ baseball in ⁤the⁤ 2024 season. Despite various changes, including the ⁣return of big leaguer Ryu Hyun-jin last February and the appointment of⁣ manager ⁣Kim Gyeong-moon during the season, the team ​ended the season in 8th place.

Hanwha, which left some regrets, strengthened its strength‌ by signing pitcher ⁤Eom Sang-baek and infielder Shim Woo-jun for a four-year total of 7.8 billion won and a ‌four-year total of 5 billion won, respectively, in the free agent (FA) market.

As they look to higher heights next season,the veteran players who jumped⁤ into ‌the cold winter sea seem to have once again reflected on their determination.

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Interview⁢ between Time.news Editor and baseball Expert

Time.news Editor (TNE): Welcome to Time.news! Today, we have​ the pleasure of speaking with ⁢Dr. Emily Kim, a renowned sports psychologist and baseball ‌expert. Emily,⁢ thank you for joining us.

Dr. Emily Kim (EK): Thank you​ for having me!⁢ It’s great⁤ to be​ here.

TNE: ‍So,‌ let’s ‌dive ‍right in. Recently, the Hanwha Eagles, a professional baseball⁣ team, took a dip in the‌ winter ⁢sea to fulfill a promise they made at the beginning of the⁤ season. Can you tell us ‌more about⁤ the significance of such a ritual in sports?

EK: Absolutely! This ⁣kind of ritual is quite‌ meaningful in ‌sports.It serves not just as a symbolic gesture but also ⁣helps strengthen team bonding. When ⁤players hold each othre accountable to ⁤such promises, it fosters a sense ⁢of unity and commitment to their goals. the ‌act of facing the cold ‌winter sea can also serve as a metaphor for facing challenges head-on.

TNE: The players specifically mentioned that this ⁣was in response to not making ⁣it to⁢ the ​top five in their league standings.How do you think such public commitments can impact a team’s mental state going into a new ‌season?

EK: Public commitments can‌ really affect a team’s ⁣mindset. It creates ⁢a ⁣strong incentive to improve. Knowing they’ll ⁤have to​ follow‍ through on ‌a promise, like‌ swimming in the cold sea, can motivate‌ players to work harder. It also​ emphasizes accountability—each ⁣player is publicly declaring their commitment⁤ to better performance,​ which can lead to ⁣higher levels of determination and teamwork.

TNE: Ryu ​Hyun-jin shared‌ a video on⁤ social media ​about this experience,discussing both the ⁤challenge and his resolution to ‌do better next ‍year.How important is it for athletes to share ​their vulnerabilities with fans?

EK: it’s incredibly important. When athletes share their vulnerabilities, it humanizes them. Fans ⁤connect more‌ deeply with athletes who ‌show ‍they ‌are not just performers but individuals who experience pressure,disappointment,and the desire to improve. This authenticity ​can ⁤create a stronger fan base and also encourages⁤ others⁣ facing challenges to‍ be‌ open about their struggles.

TNE: The Eagles’ ⁤captain,Chae Eun-seong,made this promise publicly at the⁢ media day. How does clarity and‌ communication play a role in a⁣ team’s dynamics?

EK: Communication is crucial in any team. When leaders⁤ like Chae Eun-seong make promises, they set⁢ the ‌tone for transparency within the team. This kind of openness can enhance trust among players and coaching staff, as everyone understands what⁢ is expected of them. When challenges arise, ⁤a well-communicating ‍team can adapt and respond more effectively.

TNE: ‍Looking ahead, do you think this experience ⁢will motivate them ‌for the next ⁢season? What psychological⁤ strategies might‍ the team employ moving forward?

EK: Definitely! They have​ already made a public commitment to improve, which acts‌ as‍ a motivational boost. Moving forward,​ they​ might benefit from strategies like goal-setting, visualization techniques, and mental rehearsal‌ of triumphant scenarios. Additionally, they could⁢ set up ⁢support systems within the team to encourage and reinforce positive behaviors and performance ⁢throughout the season.

TNE: ‌ Thank you, Emily,⁣ for these insights. It’s fascinating ‍to see how psychological strategies intertwine with sports performance. We look forward to seeing how hanwha Eagles will respond next season!

EK: thank you! I’m excited‌ to see their growth⁣ as​ well. it’ll be interesting to watch them implement ⁤what they’ve learned from this experience.

TNE: ‍ And thank you to our audience for‍ tuning in. Stay ⁣with us for more ⁢engaging discussions on sports and⁣ society!

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