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Determined to understand how someone from a country where baseball is not predominant could strike out an elite player like Ohtani, I approached the Czech players. Most of them led double lives, balancing baseball with their careers and studies. One player shared, “Baseball is like a hobby for us; we work full-time jobs or study while also playing the game we love.”
Czech baseball features eight teams competing in the Extra League, and while it may not dominate the sports scene, players are passionate and dedicated. They embrace the game wholeheartedly, which is a crucial element of their success.