The WBSC Baseball5 World Cup 2024 in Hong Kong, China features an impressive number of players who are returning from the inaugural edition in Mexico City two years ago as well as the WBSC Youth Baseball5 World Cup last year, showcasing the continuity and development within the sport.
This blend of experienced players and fresh talent, with 34 players returning from the WBSC Baseball5 World Cup 2022 and 20 players transitioning from the youth edition 12 months ago, promises an exciting and high-level competition, reflecting the growth and sustainability of Baseball5 on the global stage.
Here's a detailed look at the returning players from the WBSC Baseball5 World Cup 2022 and the WBSC Youth Baseball5 World Cup 2023:
Returning Players from WBSC Baseball5 World Cup 2022
A total of 34 players who participated in the WBSC Baseball5
World Cup 2022 will be returning for the 2024 edition. These players bring
valuable experience and continuity to their respective teams. Notable teams with returning
players include:
- Cuba: 5 players - Orlando Amador, Lietis Arcia, Chaquira Azpiazu, Cristian Sierra, Briandy Molina
- France: 2 players - Flavien Hasslauer, Léna Sellam
- Hong Kong, China: 5 players - Man Kwan Tai, Alvin Tang Chi Chun, Chin Woon Wong, Avis Wong Hiu Tung, Yik Shun Yiu
- Japan: 5 players - Ayano Kazuta, Shun Mikami, Miho Oshima, Ayako Rokkaku, Takuya Shima
- Lithuania: 5 players - Napalis Paulius Grigas, Ugne Kucinskaite, Nomeda Neverauskaite, Aiste Paskeviciute, Dovydas Zakaras
- South Africa: 4 players - Louis Albertyn, Aidan Bartes, Sylvester Maredi, Violet Moreroa
- Chinese Taipei: 4 players - Chun Chiu, Chi-Ting-Hua Shih, Yu-Hao Tu, Chia-Yi Kao
- Tunisia: 2 players - Mohamed Aziz Chtioui, Molka Jlajla
- Venezuela: 2 players - Yohelis Colina, Luis Marques
Returning Players from WBSC Youth Baseball5 World Cup 2023
From the WBSC Youth Baseball5 World Cup 2023, 20 players
will be making their way to the 2024 World Cup. This transition highlights the
successful progression of young talent into the senior ranks. Key teams with
returning youth players include:
- Australia: 1 player - Amelia Wright
- China: 4 players - Chen Jiayu, Guo Chenyang, Huang Hantao, Wang Qin
- Cuba: 2 players - Yoel Blanco, Haila Gonzalez
- France: 4 players - Jade Aubard Cojan, Ambre Martine Marie-Agnès Brouard, Lucas John Dedieu, Amina Taleb
- Mexico: 4 players - Luis Bencomo, Valeria Sanchez, Eduardo Ochoa, Javier Santos
- Chinese Taipei: 1 player - Yi-Yun Chung
- Tunisia: 4 players -Ilef Cheikh, Aicha Saidana, Mohamed Dhia Souihi, Sarra Zaouali
New Players for WBSC Baseball5 World Cup 2024
In addition to the returning players, 44 new players will feature in the WBSC Baseball5 World Cup 2024 showcasing the exciting dynamic talent from around the world.
