First Softball Tournament of the Season, Chattanooga, TN

After a long, cold winter, softball season is back! We had a bright, sunny day for our first tournament in Chattanooga. It was cool, but pleasant in the sun. The girls were excited to get back out on the field and test out some of the many things they have been working on since January.

The girls relax before heading to the ballfield.

The coaches can't stop talking strategy.

One last text before hitting the dirt!

A few cobwebs were evident at her first at-bat.

This one ended better!

Megan hit well all day, and played some very effective defense both at shortstop and in centerfield. She tagged out 3 runners trying to steal, including one time coming in from centerfield to cover second.














The girls took a moment between at bats for a photo op. Haley doesn't like cameras, but Ashley does!


The little brothers and sisters found ways to keep busy. And warm!











By the time the sun went down, the temperature was heading in the same direction. But our diehard fans weren't going to miss a second. Hats, gloves, blankets, even a sleeping bag!






















Not everyone was so sensitive to the cold, though. Here's Coach Mike sporting his shorts well after sundown. We don't recommend trying this at home :)