The Lotte Giants, a professional baseball team, will hold a "Military Series" against the KT Wiz at home from June 27 to 29 in commemoration of the month of patriotism and memorial. To celebrate the series, the team will wear military uniforms inspired by naval dress while playing.
A special ceremonial first pitch is prepared to commemorate this "Military Series." On the 28th, Major Gwak Myung-seok, a pilot from the 6th Search and Rescue Air Squadron under the Air Force's Air Mobility Operations Command, will throw the first pitch. The 6th Search and Rescue Air Squadron is the Air Force's only combat search and rescue unit, which participated in wildfire suppression operations nationwide earlier this year, completing a total of 83 flights and conducting 1,014 water suppressions. In particular, Major Gwak provided significant assistance in fire suppression by performing duties directly at the wildfire site in North Gyeongsang Province.
On the 29th, Sergeant Shin Yong-in (retired) and Corporal Seo So-myung, both from the 5th Air Mobility Wing, will respectively throw the first pitch and start the game. This firefighting rescue company has successfully carried out various missions, including fire suppression and rescue operations, and received the Presidential Commendation for contributions to national disaster management in 2025.
In the game on the 27th, comedian Lee Sang-hoon, who has 580,000 subscribers on the YouTube channel "Lee Sang-hoon TV," and singer Kim Jo-han, who has had numerous hits with the group Solid, including "Destined to Be" and "Holding on to the End of This Night," will respectively throw the first pitch and start the game.
After the game on June 28, a special event titled "Stage of Friendship in Sajik" will be held as part of the "Military Series." The event will feature performances by cheerleaders, a special video showcasing the players, and a cheering performance for couples scheduled to enlist, adding to the excitement of the series.
Tickets for the "Military Series" will be available for purchase starting at 2 p.m. on the 20th, Friday, and additional details regarding the event can be checked on the team's official app and website.
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