Hori Horibata
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June 5, 1993[1]
affiliationsPDP (2021–2024)
Hori Horibata | |
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.jpg) Official portrait, 2025 | |
| Member of the Philippine House of Representatives for Camarines Sur's 1st District | |
| Assumed office June 30, 2022 | |
| Preceded by | Marissa Mercado-Andaya |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Tsuyoshi Anthony Glinoga Horibata June 5, 1993[1] Naga, Camarines Sur, Philippines |
| Party | NUP (2024–present) |
| Other political affiliations | PDP (2021–2024) |
| Spouse |
Franchesca Imperial (m. 2024) |
| Children | 1 |
| Parent(s) | Takeshi Horibata Benchie Glinoga |
| Alma mater | Binghamton University (BEc) |
| Occupation | Politician, Baseball Player |
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Baseball career | |
| Pitcher | |
Bats: Right Throws: Right | |
| Teams | |
Tsuyoshi Anthony Glinoga Horibata (堀端 津善・アンソニー・グリノーガ, Horibata Tsuyoshi Ansonī Gurinōga) (born June 5, 1993), also known as Hori Horibata, is a Filipino politician and former baseball player. He currently serves as a member of the Philippine House of Representatives from Camarines Sur's 1st District, a position he has held since 2022.[2] Prior to his political career, Horibata was a standout baseball player, representing the Philippines in the Big League Baseball World Series in 2011 and playing for the Binghamton Bearcats in the NCAA Division I from 2013 to 2016.[3][4]
Tsuyoshi Anthony Glinoga Horibata was born on June 5, 1993, in Naga, Camarines Sur, Philippines, to Takeshi Horibata, a Japanese national, and Benchie Glinoga, a Filipina. He grew up in a multicultural household, which influenced his perspectives on community and public service. Horibata attended local schools in Naga before moving to the United States for higher education. He graduated from Binghamton University with a Bachelor's degree in Economics.[5]
Baseball career
Horibata began his baseball career as a pitcher, representing the Philippines in the 2011 Big League World Series. His performance earned him recognition and a scholarship to play for the Binghamton Bearcats in the NCAA Division I. During his collegiate career (2013–2016), he was known for his strong pitching and leadership on the field.[6]
