Cheerleaders are called "the flowers of the ballpark." Tall and slender beauties showcase dazzling dances, leading the atmosphere. They are one of the irresistible pleasures of watching baseball. They receive as much popularity and attention from fans as the players do.

Some cheerleaders have become such issue makers that they attract attention every time they post photos on their social media. Perhaps that's why, among baseball fans, the target for strengthening the team is not limited to players. The transfer or acquisition of popular cheerleaders can also garner significant attention, akin to the free agency market.

Good news has been delivered to the fans of the Samsung Lions in professional baseball. Cheerleader Park So-young's cheerleading team "Twinkle" will join Samsung starting this season.

Park So-young, the cheerleader, announced her transfer through her Instagram, saying, "It has been decided that our Twinkle will be with the Samsung Lions from this season. I always felt a bit regretful that I had never played baseball with the team members, but finally, this season, we can cheer together as one team."

She expressed her gratitude towards the fans from Hanwha Eagles. Park So-young said, "I would like to convey my gratitude to the Hanwha Eagles fans for helping me create many memories, so I wrote this message. I believe I can be active in the current Samsung Lions because I started with the Hanwha Eagles cheering squad."

She added, "I apologize for not being able to visit and speak directly to everyone who has given me so much love and always supported me, including the Hanwha Eagles fans, fellow cheerleading squad members, Hong Chang-hwa, the cheering squad leader, and the event team, as well as Eagles TV. I had hoped to tell you in person, but I'm conveying this message in writing first."

"I was extremely happy during my time with the Hanwha Eagles, and I am very grateful, and I want to thank the Hanwha Eagles fans once again for being the reason I am who I am today," said Park So-young, adding that she is grateful to the Samsung Lions fans for welcoming her new self and promised to show bright energy.

Finally, she concluded with, "I will be a cheerleader Park So-young who works hard wherever I am. Please watch over me kindly."

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