Hong Eun-chae of LE SSERAFIM throws ceremonial first pitch at Chiba Lotte Marines game

On August 5, 2024, Hong Eun‑chae, the 19‑year‑old youngest member of K‑pop girl group LE SSERAFIM, performed the ceremonial first pitch for the Chiba Lotte Marines at ZOZO Marine Stadium in Japan. Dressed in the team’s “BLACK SUMMER” uniform, she delivered a ball that veered toward third base before rolling away, later rating her own performance an “80 points” and expressing her love for baseball.

Eun‑chae, who boasts over 6 million Instagram followers, highlighted the group’s recent activities, including an upcoming appearance at Summer Sonic and ongoing Japanese tour dates. The event underscores LE SSERAFIM’s expanding influence beyond music into sports, fashion and gaming collaborations.