Boston Red Sox outfielder Ceddanne Rafaela has, according to GoogleNewsEN, publicly expressed his enthusiasm for the opportunity to represent and support his home island of Curacao during the upcoming World Baseball Classic.

According to GoogleNewsEN, Rafaela described his participation in the international tournament as a particularly meaningful occasion, stating his desire to demonstrate pride for his island on a global stage. The player, a native of Curacao, indicated that wearing his home country’s jersey at the World Baseball Classic carries significant personal importance.

The World Baseball Classic is an international tournament in which national teams from various countries and territories compete. Curacao has participated in previous editions of the tournament and has produced a growing number of players currently active in Major League Baseball (MLB).

According to GoogleNewsEN, Rafaela also highlighted the value of maintaining a connection with his community and expressed a desire to serve as an inspiration for young baseball talent on the island by competing at the highest international level.

The party could not be reached for comment beyond the statements cited in the source material.