We decided it was time for Atticus to start playing on a team of some kind, so back in January we signed him up for T-ball. He doesn't really know anything about baseball, but we requested he be on Greer's team hoping it would be fun to have a friend with him while he learns and plays. About two weeks ago, we found out that he was, in fact, on Greer's team when his coach called to give us the details of the season and team. His coach is named Michelle, and ironically, I knew her from working at AgriLife long ago. Her son is one year younger than Atticus. His team is called the Brewers, and it is one of 24 T-ball teams! His team has 11 kids on it and are 6 and under (but mostly turning 5 and turning 6 right now). We were told the plan was to have 2 weeks of practice and then 6 weeks of games with 2 practices a week and then 2 games a week. We have just finished week 2 of practice and tonight we had Opening Ceremonies for all of College Station Little League. So far, Atticus likes to go practice and likes to practice outside with Vic hitting, catching grounders, and throwing. But, he still doesn't really understand a lot yet. I assume the games will be informal games/formal practices and I really hope he enjoys going and playing. We have told him we want him to learn to listen to his coach and be a good teammate. And that is the truth. We want him to start learning what it is to be part of a team and sportsmanship and a positive attitude. I know he is young, but sometimes he is still in a bubble and only concerned about how things affect him and what he wants to do or doesn't want to do. And he doesn't really know about hard work yet or how he needs to work hard to accomplish goals. Of course, I don't blame him; he's only 5! But, it's time to start seeing a little more outside his bubble, in a fun environment! So, we are looking forward to cheering him on during his games and giving him a chance to see if he likes baseball! It may be hilarious because Atticus gets sidetracked pretty quick. And of course, we assume most likely, he will probably love the game snack at the end of each game and just playing with Greer each time! But, hopefully some enjoyment of the game will come over time too! I have great memories cheering Charley on when he played many years ago! So, tonight they had Opening Ceremonies in Olsen Field at Blue Bell Park. They introduced each team as the team circled the field, sang the National Anthem, prayed over the teams, said some little league pledges, and then the Mayor threw a ceremonial first pitch. When we picked him up at the end, his coach said the kids were done about 20 minutes before! It was warm and for the hype, Atticus didn't understand why he didn't get to play baseball that night. But, it was still pretty neat! And it was really fun to watch him find us and wave! Greer, by the way, is the really tall one right behind him. Here's a few quick pics!
Here he was right before his first T-ball practice!
On this second day of practice, he decided he needed to carry his stuff in his backpack. So, he picked up his dinosaur backpack with his Star Wars key chain. He had me write his name on his ball and he put his glove, ball, and water bottle inside, grabbed some Chex Mix and headed out the door.
And here are all of the Opening Ceremonies pictures!
So, I only took a picture of half the field while kids were arriving, but there are 70 teams of kids in CSLL...so that was at least 700 kids out on the field tonight!
He's Lucky Number 7!
And this one just made me laugh! Half the T-ballers knew to turn around to look at the flag for the National Anthem and the other half just stayed facing the crowd!
Here's some quick little videos I've taken here and there. I think they are funny because Atticus is such a talker and gets distracted and wants to play as well. It's gotta be fun I guess!
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