Field of dreams a big hit in tiny village

While baseball's popularity continues to grow nationwide, participation in the sport remains largely confined to China's major urban centers.

Xujiadai, a small village of around 5,000 residents in Jiaxing, Zhejiang province, is a shining exception.

Last year the village spent 8 million yuan ($1.15 million) to construct its own baseball facility, and Xujiadai's pride and joy has already hosted a provincial-level junior competition as a prelude to bringing in international tournaments.