Stuart Fairchild reveals Amis heritage after WBC successBy Chiu I-chin and Fion Khan / Staff reporter, with staff writerTaiwanese-American outfielder Stuart Fairchild, whose powerhouse performance at this year’s World Baseball Classic (WBC) helped propel the national team to key victories, has revealed that he has indigenous roots. Designated hitter Stuart Fairchild, left, hits a grand slam home run during Taiwan’s World Baseball Classic game against the Czech Republic at the Tokyo Dome earlier this month. Fairchild said the overwhelming support from Taiwanese crowds — characterized by choreographed chants and rhythmic drumming — offered a sense of belonging he had not anticipated. Beyond his professional commitments, Fairchild said he is already planning a return trip to Taiwan during the off-season for a homecoming journey. The visit would allow him to explore his grandmother’s ancestral lands and better understand his Amis heritage, he said.

Source: Taipei Times March 13, 2026 08:55 UTC