Koryo high school's baseball team withdrew from the prestigious Koshien tournament after a bullying scandal involving its players.
Reports surfaced of older players physically assaulting a younger teammate, leading to a public outcry and social media backlash.
The school's principal apologized profusely, promising to reform its disciplinary practices and educational approach.
This incident underscores the persistent issue of bullying and hierarchical abuse within Japanese youth sports culture.
