Kenya’s national youth Baseball5 team has arrived in Nayarit, Mexico, ready to make history at the Baseball5 World Cup, which kicks off on Wednesday at Parque La Loma Court.
The squad of eight players has spent the past month in intensive residential training at Africa Nazarene University, focusing on sharpening their skills and strengthening team cohesion.
Spirits are high, with players expressing confidence in their ability to take on the world’s best.
President of the Baseball Federation of Kenya, Titus Mutwiri, voiced his pride and optimism ahead of the team’s debut.
“This is more than a game, it’s history in the making,” he said.
“To see our flag flying at this level, for the first time in a global youth Baseball5 event, is a moment of immense pride. These young athletes are trailblazers, and they carry with them the dreams of a nation.”
Kenya’s campaign begins with a challenging opener against tournament favourites Cuba. They will then face South Korea, followed by a crucial group stage clash with Spain.
This marks Kenya’s first-ever appearance at the Baseball5 Youth World Cup, and the team is determined to do more than just participate, they are here to compete.
