Ball Boy Tactics () is a 2025 South Korean romantic sports miniseries directed by Kim Eun-hye. The show consists of eight episodes and originally aired on Heavenly, with international distribution through GagaOOLala and iQIYI. It stars Choi Jae Hyeok and Yeom Min hyeok.
Synopsis Han Ji-won, a shy former Olympic gymnast, begins his university life trying to stay out of the spotlight. His routine changes when he meets Kwon Jung-woo, a popular basketball star on campus who hides a gentle side. Their attraction grows, challenged by personality differences, misunderstandings, and academic pressures. Between courts, classrooms, and intimate moments, they must decide whether their romance can endure.
Cast Main Choi Jae Hyeok as Kwon Jeong-u Yeom Min Hyeok as Han Ji-won
Supporting Choi Rak-yeong as Byeon Seung-jin Gwak Geon-hui as Yang Eun-o
Guest Ki Hyun-woo as Interviewer (episodes 5 and 8)
Original soundtrack
Production The series was produced by Heavenly Pictures and filmed in Seoul. Each episode runs approximately 30 minutes and blends campus romance with sports and emotional growth themes.
Reception Ball Boy Tactics received positive feedback from viewers, especially for the chemistry between the leads and its sensitive portrayal of queer romance. The teaser was well received, highlighting romantic tension between the protagonists. A kiss scene between the leads also drew attention online, described as "very hot" by fans and critics. The series was listed among the most anticipated K-Dramas of June 2025.
Accolades Listicles + Year-end lists for Ball Boy Tactics Critic/Publication List Rank Teen Vogue 13 Best BL Dramas of 2025 Queerty 10 Best BL Dramas of 2025
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