Channel A is launching its highly anticipated new baseball variety show, ‘Baseball Queen,’ with its premiere set for November 25, 2025. The program documents the journey of legendary female athletes from various sports as they come together to form a new baseball team, aiming to capture the hearts of sports fans during the professional baseball off-season.

A Star-Studded Lineup of Female Athletes

The show introduces the ‘Black Queens,’ officially the 50th women’s baseball team in Korea. The team is managed by former Major League Baseball star Choo Shin-soo, with legendary golfer Park Se-ri serving as the General Manager. The roster is a veritable who’s who of Korean sports entertainment, featuring elite female athletes from diverse fields. The lineup includes Kim MinJi (athletics), Shin Soo-ji (rhythmic gymnastics), Kim On-a and Park Ha-yan (handball), Kim Seong-yeon (judo), and Jeong Yu-in (swimming). Also joining the team are Kim Bo-reum (speed skating), Ayaka (softball), Choi Hyun-mi (boxing), Park BoRam (shooting), Lee Su-yeon (rowing), Ju Su-jin (soccer), Shin So-jeong (ice hockey), Jang Su-yeong (badminton), and Song-a (tennis).

Strategic Launch During Baseball’s Off-Season

The premiere of ‘Baseball Queen’ is strategically timed to fill the void for baseball enthusiasts. The professional Korean Series concluded on October 31, 2025, kicking off a long off-season that lasts until March 2026. By launching now, Channel A aims to attract viewers missing their favorite sport. The cast’s dedication is already apparent, as filming began in September 2025, with reports indicating that the members have been training almost daily to build their skills on the diamond.

The Rise of Sports Entertainment in Korean TV Shows

‘Baseball Queen’ enters a competitive but popular genre of Korean TV shows. It follows in the footsteps of successful baseball-themed programs like JTBC’s ‘A Clean Sweep’ and Studio C1’s ‘Blazing Baseball.’ The concept of a women’s celebrity baseball team was previously explored in ‘Witches,’ which aired on Wavve in 2020 and later had a second season on MBC. Pop culture critic Kim SeongSoo has noted the growing trend of sports entertainment captivating audiences with genuine athletic challenges and compelling team dynamics.

Will This New Baseball Variety Show Hit a Home Run?

With a proven format and an exceptional cast, ‘Baseball Queen’ is well-positioned to become a hit. The show’s unique appeal lies in watching these top-tier female athletes transfer their world-class skills to a new sport. The journey of players like soccer’s Ju Su-jin and boxer Choi Hyun-mi learning the intricacies of baseball promises a fresh and engaging narrative. This new baseball variety show hopes to not only entertain but also inspire, showcasing the power of teamwork and perseverance.

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