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Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Sports
Samurai Japan's Hirokazu Ibata to Step Down as Manager, Contract Until May
Hirokazu Ibata, the manager of Samurai Japan, will step down due to the completion of his term, which lasts until May.
Mar 15 • 20:00 UTC
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Japan
Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local
The Difficult Personnel Decisions: The Seeds Planted by Manager Ibata Who Took on a Heavy Responsibility
Japan's national baseball team, led by manager Ibata, overcame significant challenges to reclaim the World Baseball Classic title.
Mar 14 • 03:00 UTC
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Japan
Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Sports
Key Players in the WBC: Manager Ibata Reveals Genda's Bunt Strategy
In a preparatory match, Japan's manager discussed the importance of lower-order batters and the strategic use of bunting by Genda.
Feb 28 • 14:36 UTC