If I ever decide to sign the kids up for summer baseball in this great, hot state of Georgia again, someone smack me. Oh, what a great summer we have had playing baseball! I signed Andrew and Nathan up for rec league baseball that is very laid back, compared to the fall and spring leagues that Andrew typically plays in. At the time, Nathan was always upset that Andrew got to play spring ball, so, while I was hesitant to sign him up so young, I decided to do it anyway.
This league was GREAT for Andrew’s confidence. He was a star on the team and really got comfortable hitting which is something he struggled with after getting hit on the knuckles a few years back. He also got to play different positions in the field which he really enjoyed. This fall he will be in kid pitch/machine pitch so I’m hoping this spring boarded him into feeling better in the batter’s box.
Nathan, oh, Nathan. Andrew didn’t play ball at 3/4 years old and let me tell you, this was so much fun to watch! First at bat, Nathan ran to the pitchers mound, then towards third and finally towards first. He spent more time picking at the grass and staring into space than he did fielding the ball, but when it was his turn he was all over the field getting the ball to throw to first. He’s a lefty, which is fun to watch, and can really hit the ball off the tee! He had so much fun and that is all that counts.
Tonight, was the “playoffs” for Andrew’s team and Nathan’s final game. I brought cupcakes for both teams and they received their trophies. As an added bonus, Andrew got the medal for sportsmanship. A few weeks earlier, Nathan received a medal for taking turns. I’m convinced it was for taking turns picking grass. :)
I took some pics with my cellphone while at practice. Keith and I had to divide and conquer since they practiced/had games at the same time and apparently I only took pictures at Nathan’s practice. I’m hoping Keith has some of Andrew on his phone. So, without further ado… my baseball boys!
Becky
