Health and Well-being Week
‘Performance under pressure’ by Dutch Baseball legend Rick van den Hurk
Kingdom of the Netherlands
Rick van den Hurk shares insights and experiences based on 20 years of professional sports experience as a professional baseball player in America, Korea and Japan. The lecture offers an in-depth insight into the concept of 'performing under pressure', with an emphasis on developing a robust mindset and learning the core principles of human performance.
Discussion
| Transmission of simultaneous interpretation | To be determined |
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| Language of interpretation | Japanese and English |
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2025.06.27[Fri]
13:00 ～ 14:45
(Venue Open 13:00)
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- Pop-Up Stage North
Programme details
Dutch baseball legend Rick van den Hurk will deliver a powerful keynote on mastering performance under pressure. Drawing on a 20-year international career, Rick shares his personal journey and introduces practical mental training techniques—used by top athletes—to improve focus, resilience, and wellbeing. Following the keynote, attendees will join a special interactive session led by Rick and Japanese baseball icon Seiichi Uchikawa, who reunite to demonstrate hands-on techniques for mental and physical wellness. Together, they will guide participants through exercises such as visualization, breathing, and body-mind coordination, making elite performance tools accessible to all.
This event is part of the Health and Wellbeing thematic week at Expo 2025, aligning with the sub-theme “Empowering Lives.” In a world shaped by health challenges and change, this session offers visitors insight into how mental strength supports not only athletic success but also healthy, vibrant living at any age.
Learn from the best to bring out the best in yourself—whether you’re a student, professional, parent, or retiree. By sharing high-performance routines in an open and accessible format, this program contributes to the Expo’s vision of a society where people live longer, healthier, and more meaningful lives. It’s not only about athletic excellence—it’s about empowering everyone to thrive under pressure and protect what matters most: life itself.
Cast
Speakers
Rick van den Hurk
Former Professional Baseball Player (MLB & KBO & NPB)
A Dutch pitcher with international experience in MLB, KBO, and NPB. Rick van den Hurk is a former professional baseball pitcher who competed under extreme pressure in top leagues around the world. Having pitched in stadiums of up to 65,000 fans, he developed exceptional skills in stress management, resilience, and cross-cultural adaptation. Now active as a performance consultant, Rick helps individuals and teams strengthen mental focus, navigate high-pressure environments, and build lasting personal and professional resilience.
Through personal storytelling, high-touch engagement, and deep cultural insight, Rick transforms performance whether on the field or in the boardroom.
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Seiichi Uchikawa
Former Professional Baseball Player (NPB – SoftBank Hawks, Yokohama BayStars)
A legendary Japanese hitter with an outstanding career in Nippon Professional Baseball. Renowned for his precise batting technique and leadership on the field.
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Health and Well-being Week
‘Performance under pressure’ by Dutch Baseball legend Rick van den Hurk
Rick van den Hurk shares insights and experiences based on 20 years of professional sports experience as a professional baseball player in America, Korea and Japan. The lecture offers an in-depth insight into the concept of 'performing under pressure', with an emphasis on developing a robust mindset and learning the core principles of human performance.
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2025.06.27[Fri]
13:00～14:45
(Venue Open 13:00)
- Others (Inside Venue)
- * Programme times and content are subject to change. Any changes will be announced on this website and via the ticket booking system.
- * The schedule is subject to change depending on the organiser's circumstances.
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