YoungKey Girls to Showcase Taiwanese-Style Cheering at MLB Taiwan Day
The 'YoungKey Girls,' a cheerleading squad from Taiwan's P. LEAGUE+ professional basketball, has been invited to perform at the MLB Los Angeles Angels' 'Taiwan Day.' They plan to showcase a unique 'Taiwanese-style' cheer by incorporating elements of indigenous dance. This event serves as an excellent case study in cultural diplomacy through sports and entertainment, highlighting a strategy for national brand promotion.
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(CNA, Reporter Wu Jui-chi, Taoyuan Airport, 18th) The 'YoungKey Girls,' the exclusive cheerleading squad for Young-Key Engineering in Taiwan's P. LEAGUE+ pro basketball, have been invited to perform at the 'Taiwan Day' event at the home of the Major League Baseball (MLB) Los Angeles Angels. The group departed for the U.S. tonight, hoping to convey the passion of Taiwanese-style cheering to the world. Before their departure, members of the YoungKey Girls cheerleading squad told the media in a joint interview that they were honored to be invited by the MLB in their first year of formation to perform at the Los Angeles Angels' home stadium. They are very much looking forward to appearing as the 'YoungKey Girls' on Taiwan Day and bringing 'Taiwanese-style cheering' to the United States to interact with overseas fans. The YoungKey Girls said that the members have put in a lot of effort for their major league debut. The dance for their U.S. performance specifically blends the energetic cheerleading style with elements of Taiwanese indigenous dance, hoping to present a performance content different from Korean or American cheerleading styles, showcasing the diverse aspects of the YoungKey Girls and also conveying the unique charm of Taiwan's cheering culture to the world. The lineup heading to the U.S. is led by South Korean captain Mu Na Gyeong, who will travel with six Taiwanese members: Renee, FeiFei, Hsiao-Yun, I-Hsuan, Hsuan-Hsuan, and Ann. They are flying to the United States on a China Airlines flight tonight. Mu Na Gyeong will depart from South Korea to join the team in the U.S. (Editor: Chen Ching-fang) 1150518