Zambia Baseball and Softball Association has unveiled a handbook profiling the inspirational team that will represent the country at the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) Youth Baseball5 World Cup, to be held in Ankara, Turkey from 10th to 15th October 2023. Catherine Chitani, born on December 28, 2006, started her journey with Baseball5 in February. She expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to participate in the National Championship held in Lusaka and earn a spot on Zambia's Under-18 National Team. As the vice-captain of the team, she conveyed her excitement about participating in the World Cup tournament scheduled for October in Ankara, Turkey. David Kalunga, born on February 14, 2006, proudly serves as the Team Captain. He has been actively involved in Baseball5 for the past 10 months and expressed his enthusiasm for the sport. He looks forward to representing Zambia and potentially playing for international clubs. Selina Banda, born on December 22, 2006, joined Baseball5 in August 2022 at OYDC Zambia - Sports Development Centre, following her interest in the sport. Another member of the team is Sunday Kangongo, born on July 21, 2007. He mentioned that his parents reside in Kabompo village in the North Western Province, and he lives with his uncle in Lusaka to ensure his successful completion of education. Sunday's dream has always been to become a nurse; his journey with Baseball5 began in January 2023 when his coach introduced the sport at his school. He expressed his passion for the sport and his determination to excel. Margaret Phiri, born on November 6, 2006, stays with her visually impaired grandmother to help take care of her. Margaret shared her aspiration to become an athlete and how Baseball5 was introduced at her school, providing her with an opportunity she didn't hesitate to join. She expressed her love for the sport's gender balance and her optimism for a successful sports career. Kakumbi Kakumbi's career in Baseball5 officially started in grade 10 at Batoka Secondary School. Kakumbi expressed gratitude for being part of the National Team and conveyed his determination to continue his journey in the sport. Rita Natanje embarked on her Baseball5 journey in October 2022 and worked hard to earn a place on the National Team. Rita's goal is to become a teacher after completing her education and use her passion for the sport to inspire and mentor the next generation of athletes. Siame Mweelwa, who lives in Musonda Compound in Kitwe, Zambia, shared that her journey with Baseball5 began in 2022 when the sport was introduced at her school. She shared that she was the only student in her class who embraced the sport. Siame mentioned how her coach, Coach Chabi, noticed her absence when she dropped out of school due to failing her 9th-grade exams. Coach Chabi encouraged her to return to school, offered to pay her school fees, and she resumed her education and baseball training. Siame's determination led to her selection for inter-district competitions and ultimately participation in the inter-country tournament in Ghana, where Zambia won the bronze medal.