I relate to Brayden! I never thought I would be the person to love baseball but after playing it in middle school I fell "head over heels" . Not only is it a fun sport but I like the message it sends. As mentioned, Baseball will always be life, thank you for sharing!
This is my favorite piece of yours so far. Especially since I too am considered a “green alien from Pluto which happens to be wearing a human meatsuit.”
Oh my goodness! What a great article showcasing all of the intense emotions of being a baseball parent and player , none of which I would trade for the world.
Just as great as the bond developed between the players is the bond developed between the parents. I have built friendships for life being on those sidelines and let’s not forget some of the most amazing nicknames to ever be formed 😎.
Thank you for writing about this Cabrillo team. Those young men were impressive beyond words and I can’t wait to see how far they all go in life…whether it’s on a sports field or not.
So glad you found a meaningful connection to Branden—and to America’s game —through him. My Dad introduced me to it at age 4 and was my coach for many years. The game was with me through high school then through fast-pitch softball in my adult years until it wasn’t. I’ve always enjoyed playing it more than watching it. Good and honest essay my friend. 🙏
Baseball is a great teacher and Brayden knows to take swings in life, what it takes to have the patience and discipline to swing at the right pitches. Good job seeing that teaching all the way through.
Really appreciated this. As a dad, I hope to remain flexible to the worlds my kids open up to me. For now, I'm enjoying sharing T-ball with my son. But if it's not his jam later on, that will be cool, too.
Baseball is an intellectual's game. Lots of time between innings and between pitches for good conversation, too.
I relate to Brayden! I never thought I would be the person to love baseball but after playing it in middle school I fell "head over heels" . Not only is it a fun sport but I like the message it sends. As mentioned, Baseball will always be life, thank you for sharing!
This is my favorite piece of yours so far. Especially since I too am considered a “green alien from Pluto which happens to be wearing a human meatsuit.”
Glad you relate!
Thanks for the mention, Michael. Was my pleasure. Great to see it worked out.
Oh my goodness! What a great article showcasing all of the intense emotions of being a baseball parent and player , none of which I would trade for the world.
Just as great as the bond developed between the players is the bond developed between the parents. I have built friendships for life being on those sidelines and let’s not forget some of the most amazing nicknames to ever be formed 😎.
Thank you for writing about this Cabrillo team. Those young men were impressive beyond words and I can’t wait to see how far they all go in life…whether it’s on a sports field or not.
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So glad you found a meaningful connection to Branden—and to America’s game —through him. My Dad introduced me to it at age 4 and was my coach for many years. The game was with me through high school then through fast-pitch softball in my adult years until it wasn’t. I’ve always enjoyed playing it more than watching it. Good and honest essay my friend. 🙏
Thanks Dee!!
Loved the article. I found myself nodding my head in agreement and occasionally laughing out loud all the way to the end.
Good!!! Great response 😎
Baseball is a great teacher and Brayden knows to take swings in life, what it takes to have the patience and discipline to swing at the right pitches. Good job seeing that teaching all the way through.
Really appreciated this. As a dad, I hope to remain flexible to the worlds my kids open up to me. For now, I'm enjoying sharing T-ball with my son. But if it's not his jam later on, that will be cool, too.
Baseball is an intellectual's game. Lots of time between innings and between pitches for good conversation, too.