다문화 어린이 야구단 ‘울산 스윙스’ 책 나왔다

A new book titled "Ulsan Swing" has been released, focusing on the Ulsan multicultural youth baseball team. Author Song Myung-hwan penned the book, which documents the experiences of 20 children from diverse backgrounds who participate in the team. Based in Ulsan, South Korea, the team has been operating since 2014 with children from six different countries. While the book does not highlight winning games or achieving fame, it emphasizes the precious moments and lessons learned through the team's journey.

The book's content shifts away from statistics and scores, instead focusing on the joy and camaraderie built each Sunday as the children gather. It also sheds light on the support and guidance provided by key figures in the children's lives, including Ulsan Central Police Station Deputy Chief Oh Joo-wan, Ulsan Southern District Social Welfare Administration Division Chief Im Sang-min, and Parent Council Chairman Jang Seong-yeong.

Award-winning comedian and actor Moon Sang-hun offers a forward, praising the team's dedication to the process and experience over results. He notes that despite the harsh realities of life, the children at Ulsan Swing have learned to appreciate the truly valuable aspects of life through their participation in the team.

Part of the book's proceeds will be donated to support the team. Ulsan Swing's representatives, including Kim Jeong-ok, Deputy Chief Oh Joo-wan, and Im Sang-min, plan to commemorate the book launch with a small performance for the children, who will receive copies of the book. The Division Chief expressed excitement about the impact the book may have on the children, saying, "This book will be a significant and cherished gift for them, and I am already feeling delighted just thinking about it."