Former Baseball Star Lee Dae-ho Takes on Coaching Role in New Reality Show 'Our Neighborhood Baseball Captain'

Former baseball player Lee Dae-ho, known for his impressive career earnings of approximately 42.9 billion KRW, is set to take on a new role as a baseball team coach in the upcoming reality show 'Our Neighborhood Baseball Captain'.

KBS has confirmed the premiere of this new sports reality show, which is scheduled to air on April 12th at 9:20 PM. The show will air on Sunday nights, a time slot that coincides with the conclusion of the week's six professional baseball games, promising to offer a unique wrap-up to the week.

'Our Neighborhood Baseball Captain' features retired professional baseball stars who will form teams with U-10 youth players from their respective hometowns and compete in actual league matches. Legendary KBO players Park Yong-taek, Lee Dae-ho, Kim Tae-kyun, and Na Ji-wan have confirmed their participation, marking their first foray into coaching.

The show promises to deliver heartwarming chemistry and growth stories as these legendary players connect with the young athletes across generations through baseball. 'Our Neighborhood Baseball Captain' is expected to offer a fresh take on sports reality TV, providing a wholesome yet thrilling experience.

The first episode of 'Our Neighborhood Baseball Captain' will air on April 12th at 9:20 PM.

Reported by Se-yoon Jung, TenAsia yoon@tenasia.co.kr