Softball Team Party
Just to recap, we finished the season in outright first place and made it to the championship game where we had our asses promptly handed to us. The remarkable thing about this season was how many girls had never played before and how they got into things and made a real run at the championship. Our coach (Coach John) was really the best coach of younger kids that I’ve ever seen. He balanced fun with focus and the girls just wanted to listen when he spoke. I’d love to be able to coach that well some day.
As is customary we had a team party tonight at one of the girls’ place and it was really a blast. The home itself was an insanely cool entertaining place which was made even better with the gracious hosts. Thanks G & D!
Another thing that made the season (and the party) so fun was the set of parents we had. So many were involved on a regular basis but all made it out when they could. We had an unusual bond and common focus on the girls’ enjoyment versus winning or losing. Everyone got along and enjoyed our time together during the season which spilled over to the final party. Hoping to keep in touch with at least a couple of them as they’d fit in nicely with the crew around the neighborhood.
One of the Moms pointed out that we should have two parties; One at the beginning of the year and one at the end. It makes the season so much nicer when you’ve had some relaxing moments with the other parents. It usually takes a couple of weeks to meet everyone and often they’re just getting off work or have to hurry off to another appointment so it consumes the first part of the season in getting to know everyone. Something to think about for next year.