Lahore, Today marks the commencement of Pakistan’s first GSP Chief Minister Punjab Baseball League in Lahore, organized by the Pakistan Federation Baseball. The event, which is a significant step in promoting the sport within the region, began on April 18, following a highly successful pre-league coaching camp that concluded yesterday.
According to Pakistan Federation Baseball, the coaching camp at FC Baseball Ground in Lahore featured a strong lineup of international and local coaches, including MLB pitching coach Mickey Weston, batting specialist Justin, fielding expert Brian Friches, and strength and conditioning coach Mr. Bow. The camp attracted both male and female players from across the country, who participated in sessions tailored to their specific skills. General Secretary Syed Fakhr Ali Shah expressed his gratitude towards the coaches and highlighted the historic inclusion of a professional pitching coach, which he believes will greatly enhance the standards of baseball in Pakistan.
The league’s opening is seen as a pivotal moment for Pakistani baseball, with expectations high that the blend of local and international coaching expertise will foster significant development in the sport’s local talent pool. The event also underscored the collaborative efforts of numerous officials and administrators, including Amjad Nawaz Khan and Ahsan Umar, among others, who were instrumental in organizing the league.