A Great Win....I mean, Weekend!

Walking off the field as winners definitely feels better than walking off as losers! Congratulations to the team and coaches for a great weekend (despite Saturday's rainout)! Overall, we had an improved showing.....and we took away a win!

It all seems to be coming together! Although we have had to make some player changes, the boys are playing better and better each game! We sure surprised the green and white team when we almost beat them......Final score...8-9 "How'd ya like me now?" .... All joking aside, the Tribe's hard work is paying off and winning more games is in OUR future!

Highlights:

Garrison: You played like a true warrior! Despite being hurt, you assisted in a double play at second, caught the ball in the same spot several times for outs, and hit the ball hard. You had a fantastic tournament and you made your mama proud.

Joshua: You are such a trooper! That stomach bug caught you, but you did not let it stay around for long. As our lead off hitter, you set the tone for our hitting game on Sunday; you did a great job! Thanks for playing when you should have been home in bed.

Blane: That arm of yours is on fire! We are so glad that your hitting has surfaced again.....keep swinging! Nice catching at third and fabulous double play.

Miller: You made us all smile when your little scare tatic threw the batters for a loop! You have so much enthusiasm! Don't be so hard on yourself though! You made some awesome catches and your throws were on target.

Jake O. : Man, you can throw that ball! It says a lot about a player when he can play many different positions; you are such a fighter! Making those catches and throws are an essential part of the game---great job.

Jacob S. : Way to catch those balls, Jake! You played hard and made some much NEEDED outs! Your contact hitting saved us a couple of times too! Keep up the good work.

Parker: All I can say is.....nice catch behind the plate! WOW! I wish that I loved the game as much as you do! Nice fielding and hitting.....a great combo!

Kyle: If I had as much optimism as you do, I would never have a worry in the world. You always give 110%....and that is what it is about! You did a nice job getting the ball infield and you hit that ball hard! Thanks for always seeing the sunshine through the rain!

Jonah: Thanks for helping us out in tight spot! Your knowledge of the game is priceless. Your hitting and fielding skills were very impressive! What a great swing you have too!

Ethan: Way to hit! You bailed us out several times in yesterday's games! Your sweet personality only added to the Tribe's win! Thanks for sharing yourself with us (especially on Mother's Day)!

Caylob: You have to be the fastest kid I know (besides Maddie Moo)! Keep working as hard as you did this weekend! Keep your eyes on the ball and swing hard!

Coaches: We know that this has been a tough season so far, but the best is yet to come! The TRIBE is ready to claim their victory and "scalp" their opponents!

Parents: Your support is appreciated so much! Moms, thank you for spending "your" day at the ball field! Great parents = great kids!


One more note......"CALL the ball, boys.....CALL the ball!"