The Australian National Women’s Baseball team, the Emeralds, have arrived in Osaka, Japan prior to the 2014 ENEOS Women’s World Cup in Miyazaki.
Before the Emerald’s begin their fight for gold at the World Cup they will undertake a cultural exchange with the Riseisha College of Medicine and Sport in Osaka. The visit will include friendly games against the University team, school visits, cultural activities, plus the exchange of coaching techniques and ideas between coaches.
While in Osaka the Emeralds will also take on Shae Lilywhite’s former Japanese Professional League Team, South Dione. Lillywhite was the first international player to sign with the Japanese Women’s Baseball league in June of last year.
The Emeralds Cultural Visit with the Riseisha College of Medicine and Sport has been supported by the Australian Government through the Australia-Japan Foundation.
Warm-Up Games
| 25 August, 2014 | Australia vs. Riseisha | 1:30pm |
| 26 August, 2014 | Australia vs. South Dione | 1:30pm |
| 27 August, 2014 | Australia vs. Kansai | 6:00pm |
| 28 August, 2014 | Australia vs. Riseisha | 11:30am |
To follow the progress of the Emeralds in their warm-up games and at the World Cup visit emeralds.baseball.com.au or follow the team on Facebook and Twitter.
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