Sports
Changing the face of playground baseball
Before you read about playground baseball, allow me to share a fictional story about a little boy who dreamt of becoming a hero… “If only I could hit the ball, it would be a cinch,” said the little boy. He was known to swing for the fences and often stared at his bat with much disgust. I’m talking about “Little Johnny Strikeout,” who dissolved in tears every time his teammates mocked him when he swung like a rusty gate. But soon things changed… One day after practice as he sat crying at a park bench, he heard a distant voice telling him not to give up. The mysterious voice offered the following advice, “Keep your eye on the ball and swing level at all times.”
PSJA Memorial cheerleader signs with TSU
PSJA Memorial Early College High School Cheerleader Jason Soto recently signed a letter of commitment to cheer for Texas State University surrounded by his family, campus administration, coaches, and friends.
Vipers climb to championship series, fall to Blue Coats
From the start of the 202223 NBA G League season — the day players met one another, there was talks of “amazing talent” and “unbelievable energy,” by RGV Vipers’ players, coaches and management.
Major League Baseball needs help
It’s my favorite time of the year again — the start of Major League Baseball, not counting the Masters this week — when I get to sit and watch millionaires playing a kid’s game. The season kicked off last Thursday. Some might call playing the game work, but not me. I still call it play. As with any sport, you’re either born with the natural talent, or you’re not. A good work ethic helps; but in the end, when it comes to sports, you’re either born to play the game at the professional level or you’re not.