Fall Softball - The End

 Fall softball came to a close yesterday. What a season! This was a sassy team through and through (are we shocked?), and we had a complete mix of "seasoned vets", middle of the road, and newbies to the game. They all embraced one another and I am proud of the tight-knit bond they continue to develop. THIS is what sports is about. Sure, we win some and we lose some, but these friendships forged in dirt are what (we hope!!) these ladies carry for life. These ladies went 8-1-1 on the season. Could not be more proud of them.

We have worked hard to keep a core group of these girls together since last fall when we first saw the "vibe". Since then, they have gone a combined 38-5-1 (two division champs, one league championship, and one regional championship). I hope they know how awesome that is, and how special they are. Proud of these ladies!

The group I coach with, our group of amazing parent-helpers (life savers, therapists, drink refillers, music DJs, miracle workers, etc) should not go without a massive shout-out. So honored to have developed the same friendships we encourage our players to form. 

September's Literary Adventures

 

Well, following a nine-book (!!!) month in August, September was much slower. I was only able to get through four books. I finally found myself totally caught up on the David Wolf series. This is quickly turning into a favorite of mine. Usually around the time I say that, the series starts a slow decline. Fingers crossed that this one continues going strong.  I attempted the latest in the Mike Bowditch series, which was a complete let down. I did not finish this one at about 1/3 of the way through. Very disappointing plot...though I did read the last two chapters to see how everything wrapped up. The Falcon is the third book in the series by Isabella Maldonado, and boy can this lady write a book! Can't wait for the next one.