The phenomenon of celebrities and politicians throwing the ceremonial first pitch has become a staple at baseball games. This tradition began in 1800 when former US President Ronald Reagan set the precedent for honoring special guests in attendance.
During this entertaining ritual, guests toss the baseball to the home team from the pitcher’s mound, and it is commonly referred to as a ceremonial first pitch.
In recent years, K-pop idols have embraced this tradition, frequently seen launching the first pitch at exciting matches. Recently, BTS member J-Hope made headlines by throwing his first pitch while supporting the Kia Tigers at his local baseball stadium.
Other K-pop stars, including Tiffany from Girls’ Generation and Cheng Xiao from Cosmic Girls, have also joined in, adding extra excitement to the games.
Miyeon’s Memorable First Pitch at Jamsil Stadium
1) J-Hope from BTS
Fans eagerly anticipated J-Hope’s first baseball pitch on October 23 as he arrived at the venue in a sleek black Kia, greeting the media and spectators with a wave.
The event took place in his hometown Gwangju, where he proudly supported the Kia Tigers, successfully executing his ceremonial pitch.
Dressed in oversized knee-length trousers and a grey hoodie, he complemented his sporty look with a blue oversized jacket and a cap.
Media captured the moment as he waved and showcased his purple gloves, which he later shared images of, featuring his name written on them.
2) IVE’s Wonyoung
Since her debut in 2021 with IVE, Wonyoung has made waves, recently appearing at Paris Fashion Week as a Miu Miu ambassador. On June 22, 2022, she threw her first pitch during the Shinhan Bank SOL KBO League.
Dressed in a custom white jersey for the Doosan Bears during a game against KT Wiz at Jamsil Baseball Stadium, she paired it with denim pants and a cropped top for a casual vibe.
As she threw the ball, she sported a radiant smile and let her long hair flow freely, complemented by a stylish purple lip gloss.
3) Bae Suzy
Bae Suzy from Miss A made her first baseball pitch on October 29, 2017, at Jamsil Baseball Stadium during a heated match between the Kia Tigers and the Doosan Bears.
She sported a blue oversized jacket, distressed denim pants, and white sneakers, radiating charm as she smiled and waved to the fans.
Notably, four years after her debut, she also threw the ceremonial pitch at Dodger Stadium in 2014.
4) Seolhyun
Kim Seol-hyun, a member of AOA, showcased her athletic side on September 25, 2015, during her first pitch, coinciding with her latest K-drama, Show Business.
She arrived in black skinny jeans paired with a fitted white crop top that featured a sporty design with Wyverns printed text. Her look was completed with high-top white sneakers.
After her impressive pitch, she graciously waved to the audience.
5) Age
Shortly after her debut with ITZY, Hwang Yeji made her mark by pitching on September 8, 2019, at Jamsil Baseball Stadium while supporting the LG Twins.
All ITZY members joined the event, with Yeji and Yuna showcasing their skills on the field. After a playful bike ride to the mound, Yeji went all out, demonstrating her pitching abilities alongside her teammates in LG Twins jerseys and denim shorts.
6) YoonA
On October 21, 2015, YoonA from Girls’ Generation threw her first baseball pitch to enthusiastic fans as she cheered on Doosan Bears against the NC Dinos, escorted by the Bears’ mascot.
She donned an oversized Bears jersey over her fitted black top, paired with denim jeans and high-top athletic shoes. After tossing the pitch, she added a cap to her sporty look and playfully made finger heart gestures at the crowd.
7) Tiffany
Tiffany, another member of Girls’ Generation, showed off her baseball skills at the Los Angeles Dodgers’ ground on May 6, 2013, during her first ceremonial pitch.
After engaging with the media, she stepped up and threw the ball, which didn’t go as planned, yet her approachable demeanor resonated well with the crowd.
Her attire included fitted white pants paired with an oversized Dodgers jersey, which she stylishly tucked in.
8) Miyeon
Miyeon from (G)I-DLE was another K-pop star to join this tradition, throwing her first pitch on October 11, 2023, at Jamsil Stadium, where all members attended a match between LG Twins and Kia Tigers, performing their hit song “Tomboy.”
She gave it her best effort to pitch perfectly while sporting a Twins jersey and loose-fit black pants, smiling at the crowd despite not hitting the mark.
In addition to these performers, Stray Kids’ Seungmin also lived out his childhood dream of pitching a baseball during a match. While some deliver perfect pitches, others may not, but the K-pop idols’ participation highlights the game’s growing popularity.
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