The baseball competition of the 15th National Games is in full swing at the Zhongshan International Baseball and Softball Center. On the field, the giant word "PANDAS" and the number "1941" reflect the city's rich baseball heritage.

Zhongshan, the birthplace of the "Father of Chinese Baseball," Liang Fuchu, is not only hosting the Games' baseball events but also honoring the pioneer who led the Hong Kong Chinese Baseball Team to victory in 1941 and founded the famous Panda Baseball Team that same year.

Zhongshan has established a comprehensive youth training system covering multiple age groups, including U8 to U18. 

A young player is hitting the ball. 

By 2024, Zhongshan has trained six national champion-level athletes in baseball and softball. 

The Zhongshan International Baseball and Softball Center is the venue for the 15th National Games.

The Zhongshan International Baseball and Softball Center bears witness to the flourishing development of baseball.

With an investment of nearly 400 million yuan, the Zhongshan International Baseball and Softball Center showcases the city's thriving baseball scene.

Zhongshan has built a complete youth training system from U8 to U18, producing six National Master Athletes, 44 First-level Athletes, and 81 Second-level Athletes by 2024. The city now hosts around 350 teams and over 100,000 trainees. 

From its rich baseball legacy to modern development, Zhongshan is swinging for a "home run" on the sports+ track.

Reporter & Photo: Ye Zhiwen

Translator: Lin Yuxuan

Editor: Liu Lingzhi, James Campion, Shen He