World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts responds to Okinawa Governor Denny Tamaki’s congratulatory letter, says, “Being Okinawan is important to me.”
Dave Roberts
December 3, 2020 Ryukyu Shimpo
Dave Roberts, manager of the 2020 World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers, a second-generation Okinawan born in Okinawa, has sent a message to Okinawa Prefecture stating, “Being an Okinawan is something I consider important.” The message was sent November 3 in response to a congratulatory letter sent by Okinawa Governor Denny Tamaki. He also noted his desire to meet for a discussion either in Okinawa or in the United States.
Governor Tamaki sent a letter to Roberts on October 29 after seeing the Dodgers win the World Series, saying, “Your spectacular achievement is an honor for Okinawans. Congratulations on [the Dodgers] first World Series championship in 32 years.” Roberts wrote back on November 3, replying, “Thank you for your support. When I come to Okinawa, or when you are in the United States, I would be honored to meet you.”
This information was provided by Okinawa Culture, Tourism, and Sports Bureau chief Kazuhiro Toguchi at a regular session of the Okinawa Prefectural Assembly in response to a question by Kenichiro Tamaki (TIDA net).
(English translation by T&CT and Sam Grieb)
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