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"Our Game" is a sports documentary that follows the journey of the LG Twins baseball team throughout the 2022 season

Kirishima, a renowned baseball player in Japan, is forced to retire due to a devastating injury. Abandoned by his family, he finds himself with the opportunity to coach a struggling local baseball team for young boys. The team has never won a game and is facing disbandment. Can Kirishima turn their luck around? Despite his on-screen persona as a baseball superstar known as the "miracle man," Kirishima is actually arrogant and reckless with money. Mizuki, a aspiring lawyer, despises Kirishima's behavior and deceitful ways. Her brother is on Kirishima's team but can't stand him. Will Mizuki and Kirishima be able to find common ground? (Fuji TV)

During the early 1960s, Liu Zheng Guang, a determined student from a modest background, defied his family's wishes and pursued his passion for table tennis in the city. His unorthodox playing style caught the attention of the provincial team, where he crossed paths with Ma Cui Cui, an ardent table tennis enthusiast. Despite Ma Cui Cui's affections, Liu Zheng Guang remained focused on his goals. As he trained with his teammates Xu Qian and Sun Shao Jie, both his romantic entanglements and competitive rivalries proved challenging. After being expelled from the team, Liu Zheng Guang eventually married Ma Cui Cui. Despite his setbacks, he continued to train diligently with his friend Du Jian Hua. Years later, Liu Zheng Guang overcame illness to win a gold medal in Europe before retiring. As China underwent reform, Liu Zheng Guang dedicated himself to nurturing young athletes by establishing a ping-pong school with the same resilience that fueled his own success.

The narrative centers around a clique of adolescents who have a passion for swimming. As they navigate challenges, they also forge strong bonds of friendship. The introduction of a love triangle adds an intriguing twist to the plot.

Fourteen years since his impressive debut, Yanagisawa Hiroto continues to be a key player for the Dragons. Despite facing injuries and slumps, he has often been out of the spotlight. Recently, he learned that his contract would not be extended during the off-season. Wanting to continue playing baseball, Hiroto decided to join a tryout with a younger colleague. Unexpectedly, he received a call from Sakurada Seiichiro, the CEO of Inning Nine Group, offering him a chance to assist struggling employees at the company, akin to a batter bunting to help advance the runners. Will Hiroto succeed in his new role as a "buntman"?

Yoon Jae In is a young woman facing numerous challenges while aspiring to become a nurse. Her life takes a turn when she encounters Kim Young Kwang at the hospital, where he is being treated for injuries. Kim Young Kwang, a baseball player once celebrated for his exceptional hitting skills, has now been relegated to a secondary position. As they both strive to navigate their difficult circumstances, they discover a deep affection for one another.

A determined young woman, five enthusiastic men, and a charismatic trainer strive to win their first Taekwondo gold medal.

A total of 144 matches, amounting to 3,845 hours! Follow the journey of the 2021 Hanwha Eagles as they undergo a significant rebuilding process. With a history of 18 consecutive losses and multiple last-place finishes since 2009, the team is making drastic changes for the upcoming season. Veteran players and coaches are being replaced by Carlos Subero, a respected mentor from the US Major League. The players are encouraged to embrace failure and give their best effort with faith. The docu-series captures the team's transformation from the beginning of spring training to the final game, revealing the challenges and hopes that unfold in their clubhouse. The fans, known as the "boddhisatva", eagerly await the new era of the Hanwha Eagles.

A military defector seeks refuge in a small town in Hualien and deceives his way into taking on the role of the local little league baseball coach.

The film "Campus Basketball" follows Yan Yufeng, Xiang Jie, and Gao, three high school students who have a strong passion for basketball. These three talented individuals, known as the Big Three, went from playing for the school team to winning the high school league championship. They dedicated themselves to the game, balancing their love for basketball with academic subjects like algebra, geometry, and English. Every high-five they shared represented their emotions, blood, expectations, and love for the sport. Through their journey, they faced challenges, disappointments, and failures, but ultimately, they gained valuable friendships and personal growth. Looking back, tears of joy were shed. Basketball is more than just a way to show off skills - it's an attitude. Whether you have natural talent or not, if you truly love basketball, it's important to persevere and never give up.

The story revolves around a man striving to accomplish what many believe to be unachievable: realizing his aspirations of becoming an exceptional soccer player. He encounters Kang Hae Bin, a sports agent, who is attempting to carve out her own path, independent of her affluent father's influence.

During World War II in the Philippines, a young boy named J. Shuro crosses paths with the renowned pitcher Eiji Sawamura. Sawamura reveals his aspirations of uniting the nine Astro Superhumans - individuals born nine minutes and nine seconds past nine on September 9th of the 29th year of Showa (1954), each bearing baseball-shaped birthmarks - to create a powerhouse baseball team capable of defeating the Yomiuri Giants and any U.S. Major League team. Following Sawamura's death in the war, Shuro takes it upon himself to realize his hero's vision by embarking on a quest to locate the nine talented ballplayers. However, the team that eventually comes together does not engage in ordinary games. These exceptional players showcase remarkable performances on the field, with some showing a relentless determination to leave everything - even their lives - on the baseball diamond.

So Yoo Jin is a young woman from humble beginnings who dreams of becoming a successful golf player. When her brother, Park Chul, disappears after accruing a substantial debt, Kim Jae Won is tasked with retrieving the money. So Yoo Jin pledges to repay the debt once she achieves success in golf, leading Kim Jae Won to watch over her like a guardian angel.

Juliet (Rainie Yang) and Watanabe Tsukasa (Duncan) were in love and planning to get married, but their plans were disrupted when Xiao Feng (Lee Wei) entered the picture. In order to win Juliet's heart, Feng must compete in a racing competition. Meanwhile, Watanabe tries to sabotage Feng and Juliet's relationship while also facing challenges in his relationship with his childhood sweetheart. The ongoing feud between their families turns Juliet and Feng into a modern-day version of Romeo and Juliet, forcing them to decide whether to give up on their dreams.

Amanda revisits the textile plant that her late father once oversaw. Despite the factory's significant financial liabilities, Amanda is resolute in her mission to rejuvenate it. Teaming up with her friend Feng, Amanda organizes a softball team comprised of the factory employees, aiming to rescue the struggling business.

Scout Gohara Aura of the Yokohama Bay Golds is known for his sharp tongue and confident attitude as he travels across the country in search of hidden talent for the upcoming Draft King selection. Former pro player turned rookie scout Kamiki Ryosuke, along with the scout division led by the understanding Shimobe Rikuo, engage in intense discussions with Gohara to strengthen their team. Meanwhile, Gohara's rival, veteran scout Busujima Ryuji of the Osaka White Tigers, is determined to secure top players by any means necessary. As the two sides compete to find the best players, the question remains: will Gohara and his team be able to uncover a hidden gem and select the next Draft King?

Oh Hye Seong, who was skilled at skipping stones during his childhood, had a deep affection for Choi Eom Ji. As friends from a young age, Eom Ji brought warmth to Hye Seong's life. A decade later, Hye Seong has become a professional baseball player and encounters Eom Ji once more. She is now in a relationship with another childhood friend, Ma DongTa. One day, Hye Seong conceals an injury he sustained as a pitcher and manages to throw a flawless game. Following that performance, he mysteriously vanishes. Years later, Hye Seong reappears alongside other baseball players, each with their own melancholic tales, often regarded as misfits. They are collectively referred to as "Kyongpyoii Woeinjudan."

"Bu Ru Tiao Wu" explores how dance can be a mirror reflecting the lives and mindsets of regular individuals who are united by their love for this art form.

A tale of romance and vengeance unfolds between a pair of siblings. (DramaWiki) Two options to choose from: 34 episodes (on television) // 35 episodes (on DVD)

In the spring of 1999, at a high school in Gyeongju, Dan Hui is well-known among her male classmates as an unusual girl who enjoys playing baseball, while Ha Jin is celebrated as the attractive class president who has triumphed over his past as an orphan. Conversely, Yu Gang is a solitary figure, shunned by her classmates due to her somber demeanor, yet she is constantly watching Ha Jin from afar. Fast forward to the spring of 2006, Ha Jin comes to the aid of Jae Myeong, leading to the formation of a close friendship. Jae Myeong, the son of the President of Mirae Chemicals, uses his influence to secure Ha Jin a position. The President then instructs Jae Myeong to train the company's softball team, hoping it will instill discipline in him. Dan Hui has long admired Jae Myeong as a baseball player and has great expectations for his role as a coach. Initially, Jae Myeong dismisses the softball team, having always played baseball, but as he engages with the team and is inspired by Dan Hui's enthusiasm and hard work, he begins to feel motivated. He sets ambitious goals to turn his team into champions and to elevate Dan Hui to become the top pitcher. Throughout this journey, he finds himself falling for her. Dan Hui, meanwhile, is drawn to Jae Myeong but struggles to open up due to the emotional scars left by her first love. Jae Myeong grows increasingly curious about the man who has caused Dan Hui such pain...

Former world snooker champion Yau Yat Kiu, known as Adam Cheng, shocks the snooker world with his sudden retirement. His decision disappoints his daughter Yau Ka Kan, who has always aspired to follow in his footsteps. Despite Kiu's apparent disinterest in the sport, he secretly organizes challenge matches at his restaurant's snooker table, searching for a worthy protege. Kiu crosses paths with Kan Tze Him, recognizing his talent for snooker and deciding to mentor him. Kan eventually convinces her father to also train her. However, Him develops feelings for Kan, who is interested in Lui Kin Chung, Kiu's former rival turned friend. When Chung's manager sabotages Kiu with sleeping pills during a match, causing a rift between them, Chung parts ways with his manager upon discovering the deceit. As the story progresses, Chin To To falls for Kiu while Him clashes with him over Chung's ex-manager. The master and disciple ultimately settle their differences on the snooker table.

Mo Siu Sze lives a typical married life with her husband Wong Kwok Leung, enduring mistreatment from her harsh mother-in-law Wong Chiu Wing Mui. One day, she comes across a flyer from "Cyndi Dance Studio," triggering memories of her high school days. Back then, she enjoyed writing and helped organize "MCLUB" with her peers Chu Lei, Law Fung Sin, Luk Yuen Chau, Chu LeI, and Leung Kam Yin. Despite their vow to stay close forever, over two decades have passed and they have drifted apart. When reality clashes with their dreams, nostalgia remains except for Fung Sin, who continues to pursue dancing. After Fung Sin is hospitalized, her friends reunite to support her and protect the "Cyndi Dance Studio" from their rival, Yung Dan Dan and her "D Fitness." As Siu Sze reconnects with her first love Yiu Chi Lun and Chu Lei confronts her past mistakes and motherhood, a mix of emotions resurface. Through these experiences, their lost vitality, courage, passion, and confidence are rekindled.

Hau works diligently at a fast-food restaurant and still finds time to play basketball at a local court early in the morning. He hasn't competed in any games since he was bullied in high school. One day, a group of young men take over the court by force, prompting Bo to choose Hau, Leung, and Tak to form a team and challenge them. Initially, the group of strangers struggle to work together, but with their individual skills and Bo's guidance, they emerge victorious. While they find fulfillment on the basketball court, each member of the trio faces personal challenges and feels adrift off the court, using basketball as a means of escapism.

The main character in this unique series is portrayed by Sorimachi Takashi, who plays the role of Ogi Shunsuke, a professional baseball player whose career is cut short by a shoulder injury. Despite his determination to make a comeback, a tragic accident results in his untimely death. However, he is given a second opportunity by a higher power, who transfers his soul into the body of a wealthy investment company executive. Adapting to this new life proves to be quite challenging for him. --Tokyograph

Part-time worker Nomiya Hana receives instructions from her supervisor to participate in a golf game with a few customers. During the game, renowned coach Daigo Kazuma notices her and inspires her to pursue a professional golfing career. Hana is also driven by her family's significant financial burden caused by her father, and she sees her potential golfing career as a way to help her family overcome their struggles. Nevertheless, she will face tough competition from skilled and affluent golfer Takase Ryoko in her journey to achieve her aspirations.

Yajima Manufacturing, a small factory located in the Ota district of Tokyo, is operated by Yajima Koichi and his son Kentaro. Unexpectedly, bobsleigh athlete Yanagida Miki visits one day and asks them to create a sleigh for her to use at the Sochi Winter Olympics. Despite Kentaro's initial hesitation due to his lack of experience with bobsleighs, he is inspired by Miki's dedication to her training and decides to take on the challenge. With limited resources and no blueprint, Kentaro struggles to build the sleigh. However, with the help of the factory workers, the project gains momentum and they work together to create the bobsleigh for Miki.

Before his wife passed away, Koichi Inoue, a 68-year-old man living alone, remains an active member of the rugby community. Koichi was a prominent player in the first national high school rugby championship held at Hanazono 50 years ago. Currently, he is involved in organizing the Tri-Osaka rugby event in collaboration with the Rugby World Cup Attraction Room at the city hall, initiated by his classmate Kato who is battling cancer. When Yuki Sakuragi, a newcomer to the event planning team with no knowledge of rugby, approaches Koichi for guidance, he dedicates himself to preparing for the event to uplift their ailing classmates. However, an unexpected obstacle arises when permission to use the grounds is denied for a mysterious reason. The future of the rugby event, imbued with Lagermans' sentiments, hangs in the balance.

At a gathering to bid farewell to Katsuhito Ando, a teacher of the high school basketball club, former female members came together. Three former captains, Kana Enoki, Yuko Tsuruga, and Akane Miyosawa, stood out with an air of melancholy. Each of them had recently experienced unexpected setbacks and joked about how their glory days were in high school. However, everything took a surprising turn when Kae, the teacher's wife, suggested that they all live together in a basketball dormitory. Along with the three former captains, Yuichi, the teacher's son, Tamaki, Kana's daughter, and a total of six individuals from different generations decided to share a living space. Thus, a "pseudo family" life began, with each member striving for personal growth. Will their lives take a dramatic turn as they navigate this new living arrangement?

The Dynasty Chuan Bo Royal Dance Group has successfully earned the opportunity to showcase Asia in the prestigious Babylon Temple Dance Competition. The upcoming event is considered the most prestigious in the global dance community. (Lunar Dreamz)

In a situation where resources are limited, the Andong Girls Basketball Team faces disbandment if they do not succeed in the championship. Lin Tung, the deputy coach and a key member of the team, has been urged by her mother to join the national team. However, the arrival of the new coach, Chen Tzu Chi, who had previously caused Lin Tung psychological harm fourteen years ago, complicates matters. Chen Tzu Chi pressures Lin Tung to confront her inner struggles and leave Andong. Despite Lin Tung's absence, the Andong Team thrives under Chen Tzu Chi's leadership, demonstrating their strength and capability.

Zhang Jia Xiang, a racer, lost his position at a racing club after accepting responsibility for a car accident caused by Huo Jun Cong. To regain his spot, he must now accumulate sufficient funds. Along the way, he crosses paths with Chen Xiao Xiao, leading to a blossoming relationship. Despite Ouyang Qian's deep affection for Jia Xiang, whom she grew up with, he only sees her as a sister. As a result, conflicts arise as his romantic journey unfolds.

Zhang Ruo Chen and Cheng Zhe Hai, two close friends, share a common aspiration of joining the national swimming team. At the national swimming championship, they find themselves as rivals in the 200 Freestyle event. To Ruo Chen's surprise, Zhe Hai suddenly falls behind during the race, eliminating his chance of reaching the podium. Zhe Hai vanishes without a trace after the competition, leaving Ruo Chen feeling betrayed and angry, suspecting that his friend deliberately let him win. Two years later, fate brings the estranged friends back together at the same sports school. Ruo Chen is distant and aloof, while Zhe Hai appears to have lost all passion for swimming.

Once aspiring to clinch the Bonghwang Cup at the national high school baseball championship, the Woojoo High baseball team now confronts a survival crisis as its players disperse following an unfortunate event... A new transfer student steps in to unite the team once more, aiming to revive Woojoo High's past splendor... What lies ahead for the fate of the Woojoo High baseball team...?

In a match between Ying Hua and Ya Lin, Ying Hua is feeling discouraged after a series of losses. Despite new student Ban Xiao Song's efforts to score a point, they end up losing to Wu Tong from the opposing team. Ban Xiao Song is determined to unite the team and prevent them from disbanding. Wu Tong later transfers to their school, presenting a challenge for the boys to overcome their differences and work together as a strong team. They also manage to bring Yin Ke, who previously had no interest in baseball, into their group. (CdramaBase.com) Available in two versions: 39 episodes (TV) || 40 episodes (DVD)

Cheng Zhe Hai, Zhang Ruo Chen, and the other members of their team at Le Hai sports college are dedicated to pursuing the gold medal at the national competition, all while enjoying their time on campus and gaining valuable experiences.

A tale unfolds as the recently appointed manager of a ski resort crosses paths with a dedicated ski instructor, joining forces to prevent the park from shutting down. (ChineseDrama.info)

In order to train the future members of the swimming team, the Swordfish Swimming Team has enlisted YIXIANG, LIN JUN, TAE, and LIU JIAN. Each of these four boys has unique personalities and challenges to overcome on their journey towards their dreams. The path to success is filled with obstacles - will they be able to achieve their goal of making it to the National Team?

Huo Miao, a young girl from the countryside, developed a passion for soccer with the help of her physical education instructor. Thanks to the teacher's support, she earned a spot on a local team. However, her father was against the idea, believing she should prioritize more important things. Feeling conflicted, especially when her grandmother fell ill, Huo Miao questioned whether to pursue her dream. Despite her doubts, her grandmother urged her to follow her heart, so she embarked on a journey on a tricycle, leaving the mountains behind.

Pang Kam Tsau strikes a deal with A-Goddess Yim Ga Lai to mentor some young athletes from the local soccer team, aiming to help them excel in both academics and sports. However, various challenges arise during their mentorship, such as family issues, romantic entanglements, and obstacles within the soccer team itself.

A fresh e-sport squad, called Challenger, faces various challenges and competitions in their journey to reach the finals of an e-sport tournament, with the assistance of a woman named Sara.

Life is often compared to a boxing match, with its highs and lows mirroring the struggle in the ring. We must navigate fame, fortune, and relationships while choosing when to be aggressive or defensive in our actions. When challenges arise, we must fight diligently to triumph over hurdles and persist. True strength lies not in being invincible, but in the determination to rise after a fall and keep moving forward. Ultimately, life is a personal battle for each individual. (CasualTVB)

The 6th NHK Yorudora episode titled Karuta Queen follows the competitive world of karuta, a card game using the Hyakunin Isshu. As the new year approaches, so does the Karuta Queen Tournament playoffs. The current queen, 28-year-old postal worker Kurata Haruka, learned karuta from her grandmother Tsukino. They made a pact that if Haruka loses once, she must retire. Haruka's boyfriend Ryouhei expresses concern that she may lose this year. As the Queen playoffs commence, the question remains: will Haruka keep her title or be dethroned?