Both players and staff.
We will win the championship through teamwork.

College of Arts and Sciences 4th Grade
baseball club
Graduate of Yokohama High School

Hitoshi Orikasa

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Becoming a manager at my dream school, Yokohama High School

I started working as a manager after being accepted into Yokohama High School, a school I had admired since childhood. In my first year, I mainly did odd jobs and assisted my seniors, but in the fall of my second year, I moved into the players' dormitory and began to seriously engage in team management. However, just when things were starting to pick up, the COVID-19 pandemic imposed restrictions on the baseball team's activities. The path to Koshien, which was my goal, was also closed, and I felt extremely disappointed.

I chose J. F. Oberlin University because I was drawn to the character of Coach Fujiwara (who was a coach at the time) at the same Yokohama High School. We have known each other since high school, and their emphasis on communication was impressive. Even now, we create an atmosphere where we can work on the same level as the players and staff.

How you behave after making a mistake is important.

Having gained experience as a manager in high school and college, I am currently in charge of the baseball team's activities as the chief manager. I always try to anticipate needs and ensure that games and practices run smoothly. However, as it is a large organization, it is impossible to completely eliminate mistakes. Last fall, an accident occurred on the day of the tournament when the chartered bus did not show up, which gave me a scare. By quickly recovering from the trouble, we managed to make it to the game on time. I always try to act with integrity to gain the trust of those around me.

The manager's role is what you might call "behind the scenes." It's often a mundane job, but I believe that being a manager allows you to create an environment where both players and staff can find fulfillment. There are tough times, but the joy of seeing the team win is truly immense.

My dream is to be a celebrity's manager.

My dream for the future is to become a celebrity manager. The reason is that Yusuke Kamiji, a graduate of Yokohama High School's baseball team, visited Yokohama High School to offer encouragement during the COVID-19 pandemic. I was very encouraged, and at the same time, I felt the daily efforts and determination of people who are active on the front lines of society. I would like to help bring courage and smiles to many people by supporting such people as their manager.

Time flies—it's the final season for us fourth-year students. Since I was frustrated in the spring, I want to end the autumn league with the championship. J. F. Oberlin University 's baseball club is literally all working hard at baseball. Not only the players competing, but also the cheering and backstage staff work together, so I hope even a little of it conveys that "everyone is working hard together." Thank you for your support.

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This was done in June 2024 for the "Obirin Sports" website.

Both players and staff.We will win the championship through teamwork.

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Becoming a manager at my dream school, Yokohama High School

How you behave after making a mistake is important.

My dream is to be a celebrity's manager.

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Both players and staff.
We will win the championship through teamwork.