[Full text] Kevin (THE BOYZ) apologizes for saying he prays for National Singing Day to come at the home of another team after hitting the first ball hoping for Kiwoom's victory

Kevin, a member of the Korean boy band "THE BOYZ", apologized for his behavior after the first batting in a professional baseball game.
"We sincerely apologize to all the baseball-loving fans and to THE B (fans of THE BOYZ)," the group said in a statement on its official SNS account.
Kevin apologized. On the 19th, he threw the first pitch and batted in the first batting ceremony at the game between Kiwoom Heroes and KT Wiz held at Seoul Kocheok Sky Dome. The problem occurred after that.
An internet user who claims to be a fan of Kia BOYZ posted on social media, "Kevin wrote in his cell phone's memo pad, 'I hope the day will come when we sing the national anthem in Gwangju, the home of the Kia Tigers.'"
He posted the photo with the caption, "He showed me how he was being held down." As this post spread, baseball fans responded with comments like, "'THE
Is it okay to talk about and support other singers during the opening act of a BOYZ concert?
" There were many comments pointing out that it was inappropriate to cheer for the other team in the Kiwoom vs. KT match. Below is the full text of Kevin's apology. Hello. This is Kevin from "The Boyz".
First of all, I would like to sincerely apologize to all the baseball-loving fans and to everyone at THE B. On April 19th, I was warmly welcomed by the Kiwoom officials and was given this important opportunity.
I am grateful for that. However, my thoughtless words and actions at the time caused discomfort to many people.
At the meaningful moment announcing the start of the match, the Kiwoom players
I should have supported the team, but I acted carelessly by mentioning another team, and I am truly sorry to anyone who was offended by this.
I would like to apologize to Eric, who placed great meaning in the Opening Ceremony, and to all Kiwoom fans.
I would like to apologize once again. Through this incident, I have learned a lot about how big an impact words and actions can have. I will act more carefully from now on.
I'm sorry.