Last year Katie played tee ball. Her first team sport and it was a challenge to say the least. There were tears at at least the first 3 games and all the other games she was attached at the hip to her friend, Jillian. (Thank god for Jillian!)
When sign ups rolled around for this year, we asked both kids if they wanted to sign up. We knew Andrew did. That was all he talked about for an entire year - "next year I am going to play tee bal" He told EVERYONE. To our surprise, Katie did too. She had the choice of coach pitched co-ed baseball or coach pitched all-girl softball. She wanted baseball. As she simply stated, "I like to play with boys." We know...
What a differece a year can make. Katie hit the field with enthusiasm and confidence. She looked forward to going to each game and loved hitting the pictches. Perhaps the tears were due to the fact that we had only been back in the United States about 1 week before she had her first game. Perhaps it was maturity or self confidence. Who knows. All we know is she did GREAT!
Andrew could not wait for his first game. Little does he know he missed the first game...had a baby shower out of town. Whoops.... Anyway, what he doesnt know wont hurt him...right? He did great. He is a great hitter and by the last few games was hitting coach pitched balls. He didnt want the tee the entire season but rules are rules. He learned about outfield postions and how to throw and catch better. He was a great team player and looks forward to next years coach pitched baseball!
My favorite picture of Andrew. The helmet was too big.
He cant see where he is running.
He cant see where he is running.
Andrew waiting to bat
His trophy.
Katie is a fast little runner. Track star maybe?
She got to play catcher the last game She was very excited!
Her trophy.
