From the Eyes of a Fan: One Perspective

From - Trish: I was torn about not going to the game last night especially since it was a double elimination tournament. But as I have said in the past I work with some great people.  I asked one of our usual fans if they would go and cover the game for me since I had a conflict and so I could blog about it. All the credit  goes to Kate Greene Koh for "taking one for the team" and helping me out. I appreciate all the effort you went through to make it to the game, play  and write an excellent story to boot. So you will see that I am not the only one who brags on this team as you get her prespective on our team. (With some commentary from Trish; I am so sad I missed this game :(

 

From the eyes of a fan - written by Kate Greene Koh

"You could say from a Fan's perspective but personally I consider myself part of the team even though I don't get out on the field.... Haven't missed a game and so glad I went out last night.    ;) " 

                            Connexions vs. The Treatment

During the first inning we scored 5 runs!  Millard Koh had a triple as did Ian McEwan. Many had base hits this game.

Kate (Greene) Koh (Yes, I'm talking about myself) came out of retirement so as to not have the team take an automatic out due to being down a girl. Even though it was a walk, she got on base. Going into the final inning the game was tied.  Joel and Chelsea are on base and Marc Boken is up to bat. WHACK!  A Home Run!  We now have an 11-8 lead. We held them and won the game. On to the playoffs we go where we meet Richmond Ford.  (Trish - UGH...I CANNOT BELIEVE I MISSED THIS!!!) 

 

           Connexions vs. Richmond Ford

                                             

 The last game we played against this team was not pretty.

 (Trish - Yes, this is the undefeated team that kicked our butts last time...yikes!)

Like our coach Joel White had said before, they are a really good team (they are undefeated). We had a game plan this time. We got out there and fought.  Millard got another triple this game and there were a few base hits.  Lois got a slight injury while at bat so again Kate stepped in and fielded for her while she iced her injury.  At the end of the game, Millard Koh made a super impressive sprint from left field and slid to the ground.  As he laid there we all held our breath as we looked to see if he caught it. He raises his left hand with a neon yellow ball at the tip of his glove. WOW. What a catch! That earned him the game ball.   (Which he proceeded to drop as Joel tossed it to him after the game; guess he ran out of steam after that last catch)  There were many great plays by the infield and especially in the outfield by our team.  Chelsea and Millard ran their tails off out in left field.  Joy took over at first base while Chelsea gave outfield a try this time.  Did I mention how well these players work as a team?  The game plan was well executed and helped a bit but we still came up short. 

As a former player, I have seen this team grow, bond and get stronger. Chelsea Scheetz has always been a star at first base. Her hitting and running have impressively improved. Hannah (Goodwin) White is a great asset in the infield as well.  I've seen Rachel Law improve in just this one season. Kristen Johnson's batting skills have improved. Joy has been an awesome catcher and has also had improvements in her game.  Lois Green, Kim Burns and Patti Kelly have all been great teammates as well. Colin Kelly and Marc Boken had a great pitching season. Millard Koh is quick and a great fielder. Joel White has always been an awesome shortstop and is a great coach.  Ian McEwan, Chad Cosgrove, Tony Ramkey, Mike Meyers and Shane Rowley are all great fielders and hitters.  This team has got heart and works so well together. Thanks coach Joel for taking over the reigns and getting Connexions back on the field.  

If I may add, Mackenzie Greene has done a great job this season assisting her mom, Kate Green Koh keeping the scores of the games. I think the team has enjoyed having the Koh's dog, Miley, out at all the games as well.  

As we move on in the playoffs, the next game is next Tuesday August 20th at Dorey Park Field 1 @ 8:00pm. If you can, you should come out and check out our dedicated softball team. These players play with heart, play hard and do it as a team.  Indeed a great team to watch play.