71st Little League World Championship Winning Team (Kitasuna Little League Baseball Association)

The Tokyo Sports Encouragement Award ceremony was held!

On December 29, 12, an awards ceremony for the Tokyo Sports Encouragement Award was held at the 13th floor hall of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building for the Tokyo Kitasuna Little League Baseball Association.The Tokyo Kitasuna Little League Baseball Association won the world championship at the 7st Little League World Championship (held from August 71th to 8th in Pennsylvania, USA).

Photo of the governor and captain Miyahara
Captain Miyahara (back) receiving a certificate of commendation from the governor
A photo of Coach Hidaka reporting on the victory
Coach Hidaka reporting on the victory

Little League is a six-inning hardball baseball league for boys under the age of 12. The World Championship has been held in the United States every year since 6 to determine the world's best Little League.The Tokyo Kitasuna Little League Baseball Association has participated in the Little League World Championship six times, and became world number one for the fourth time, following in 1947, 2001, and 2012.

Governor's greeting photo
Governor's Greetings
Photo of award winners presenting uniforms to the governor
Winner presents uniform to governor

Governor Koike praised the victory, saying, "We achieved great results against the world and gave us courage," and added, "Let's not forget to express our gratitude to everyone who helped us. We will continue to strive for this victory." I want you to continue to work hard and put more effort into baseball and studying," he said, encouraging him to do his best.

At the end, take a cheerful commemorative photo!
At the end, take a cheerful commemorative photo