In the final of the Empress’s Cup All-Japan Women’s Softball tournament held in Miyazaki, Bic Camera Takasaki Bee Queen came from behind to defeat Iyo Bank VELLS and win its 20th championship. Legendary pitcher Yukiko Ueno also took the mound in the final.
Bic Camera Takasaki Bee Queen and Iyo Bank VELLS faced each other in the final of the Empress’s Cup All-Japan Women’s Softball tournament, held as a rehearsal event for the Miyazaki National Sports Festival.
Takasaki scored 3 runs in the 5th inning to come from behind and seize the momentum. Pitcher Yukiko Ueno took the mound from the 6th inning and protected the lead to secure the victory.
After the game, Ueno praised the playing conditions in Miyazaki and said she was determined to perform even better at the Asian Games.
Bic Camera Takasaki secured its 20th championship with this victory.