IVE Steps onto the MLB Mound — Jang Wonyoung Confirmed as First Pitch Thrower
IVE is heading to the Major League Baseball stage in the US! K-pop and baseball might seem like two totally different worlds, but they're about to collide in the most special way — with IVE at the center, and Jang Wonyoung stepping up to the mound. Officially Invited by the New York Mets — Joining a Big-Time Match IVE (An Yujin, Gaeul, Rei, Jang Wonyoung, Liz, and Leeseo) will be attending the New York Mets vs. Los Angeles Dodgers game at Citi Field in New York on July 26 (local time). This matchup is considered one of the biggest games in MLB. Invited officially by the New York Mets, IVE will be making their way to Citi Field — and among the members, Jang Wonyoung is set to take the mound as the ceremonial first pitch thrower. Special Content with Kim Byung-hyun & Nippert Too! The visit doesn't stop at just watching the game. IVE has plans to film special content alongside Korean baseball legend Kim Byung-hyun and Dustin Nippert. With K-pop stars and baseball legends all in one place, we're already so curious about what kind of amazing synergy and fun moments are going to come out of this! "Can't Wait to Make Special Memories with DIVEs" IVE shared their excitement through their agency Starship Entertainment. They said, "We're so thrilled to be visiting the Major League and getting to create special memories with the audience and our DIVEs (official fan club name)," and added, "We're truly grateful to the New York Mets for the invitation, and we'll make sure to show up at our very best for everyone who's been looking forward to this." Jang Wonyoung, who will be throwing the first pitch, also shared her own heartfelt thoughts. "It's such an honor to be the ceremonial first pitch thrower at such a huge game watched by baseball fans all around the world," she said, adding, "I'll do my absolute best to bring great energy to the audience and the players." Jang Wonyoung, who's set to throw the first pitch, was equally fired up. "It's such an honor to be the ceremonial first pitch thrower at such a massive game with eyes from all over the world on it," she said, adding, "I'll do my very best to bring great energy to the audience and the players alike." All eyes will be on IVE and Jang Wonyoung as they make their mark on the world's biggest baseball stage — July 26 is definitely a date worth looking forward to! 🎉
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