Korean cheerleaders

For the second straight Saturday, I find myself watching live baseball from the Korean professional league. I love hearing again descriptions such as "It's bad when you see the center fielder's number" as the player vainly chased what became a home run over dead center. It's fun just to watch and listen.

The cheerleaders take a little getting used to though. Yes, Korean baseball has cheerleaders; I understand Japanese pro ball has them too. While that's okay so far as it goes, it can be a bit weird. It can even be a bit annoying.

First, there's whistle blowing. All. The. Time. Apparently the cheer leader uses it to call attention to the cheerleading antics. Okay, whatever. Yet it happens too much, methinks. You hear a stupid whistle constantly during telecasts. Stop it already. Just, stop.

Then, there are no fans in the stadiums. The Koreans are playing in empty ballparks due to the corona panic. The obvious question then is, who are they encouraging to cheer?

Still, it's good baseball. It's live and a great diversion. And if you want to get a real taste of Korean baseball but only have a minute, call me and I'll blow a whistle your ear.