Well he’s all grown up now. I hope your future brings you joy,happiness,good days and even accomplishments. When you have bad days just know to keep your chin up and to keep trying. Life will throw curve balls but I believe in you and I know many other people believe in you. I loved watching you grow, succeed and even stressing about you last final that you knew you would ace. You have worked so hard and I hope you continue to work even harder. I love you and I’m proud of every single accomplish

What is a crow hop? A crow hop is when an athlete takes TWO quick steps towards their target in order to throw the ball. It’s a great technique for quick fielding however it is ILLEGAL to do this during a pitch. Why? Because the pitching plate marks the starting point for ALL pitchers creating an even competition. Which is why in ALL 5 major governing bodies of softball (NSA, NFHS, NCAA, USA, USSSA) crow hopping (taking 2 steps towards the batter) is illegal. Sometimes umpires don’t call it…. Be