Hawaii Kai Baseball League Opening Day

On the opening day of the Hawaii Kai Baseball Babe Ruth League, the head football coach for the University of Hawaii, Timmy Chang, came out to give an inspiring speech to the players, coaches, and parents in attendance. Coach Chang, who has a long history of playing and coaching sports in Hawaii, was excited to share his passion for athletics and motivate the young players.

As Coach Chang took the stage, the energy in the room was palpable. The players were excited to start the season and the parents were there to support them every step of the way. Coach Chang wasted no time in getting down to business, as he began his speech with a powerful statement about the importance of sports in the lives of young people.

“If you want to be the best like some of the people from Hawaii that have gone on to be greats, you have got to have elite mindset, you got to work hard, you got to get good grades, you got to do the right things, you got to make the right choices. But most of all HAVE FUN”.

The players and parents were moved by Coach Chang's words, and his message of hope and inspiration was exactly what they needed to hear on this opening day of the season. As the players took to the field, they did so with renewed confidence and determination. They were ready to give it their all and make their coach proud.

Coach Chang's speech was a shining example of the power of sports to unite people and inspire them to be their best. His words will no doubt stay with the players and parents for years to come, as they continue to work hard and chase their dreams both on and off the field.

Left to Right (Sean Takamori, Kepa Wong, Retired Colonel Trey Johnson, Timmy Chang, President Mike Kim, Director Chad Nelson, Director Marcie Nelson, Rod Kawamura)

Hawaii Kai Baseball League is a large and thriving organization, with 57 teams and over 700 players. It is a testament to the passion and dedication of the community, who come together to support and nurture young athletes.

We would like to thank Director Chad Nelson for reaching out to us with this inspiring content. It is heartening to see the positive impact that youth sports can have on individuals and communities, and we are honored to have been able to share this story with our audience.

Hawaii Kai Baseball League's commitment to providing a safe and supportive environment for young athletes is truly commendable. It is through the hard work and dedication of organizations like this that young people are able to learn important life skills and develop a love for sports.

We hope that the Hawaii Kai Baseball League will continue to thrive and inspire future generations of athletes. The impact that this organization has on the community is immeasurable, and we are grateful to have been able to share in their success.