Christian Park Softball
First game of the season was quite challenging for us all. The late game started at 8:00ish and most everyone was there by 7:30. It seemed like everyone showed up, I think we ended up with 17 players. Oh to have this many last year. Just for the record there were two Jessica's, two Brittany's and two #5's.
In any case , I think everyone understands why we spilt up the team. It will let everyone have more playing time and allow for better training.
Highlights of the game included Amanda M. taking control of home plate and doing an excellent job of guarding it. Peyton pitched from the plate for 4 innings, striking out several players. Dena who did not pitch at all last year replaced Peyton, who was becoming overwhelmed with fatigue even though she wouldn’t admit it. Dena who played first, before pitching, made an amazing catch on first, jumping up and backwards, just catching the ball in the tip of her mitt.
Jessica D and TT had several plays in right field and both girls hustled very well to keep the ball in play. Brittany W and Ashley W both covered second. Chloe, Brittany N, Paula, and Amy all worked CF and RF getting several big hits out their way. Brittany N., who requested CF got her share of big plays and long hit balls. Over on third, Chastity and Blinda, both first time players, struggled a little bit, and fended to the best of her ability.
I know I haven't listed everyone, like Jessica D’s catching, Mariah coming back from her injury, and Courtney on short. It was a big group and there were several other great plays and I wanted to make sure everyone got a chance to play and I think they did. If you want to see more great action make sure you come to the next game!