The local high school team, most of whose members played in MBA for many years, were also introduced to the assembly (towering like Greek gods over the little Pinto-level players).
Under grey skies that gave way to warm sun, Michael's Pinto A's took on the Red Sox. As with every other sport in town, they boys know just about everyone on the other teams. After some first inning jitters, the A's got their game into shape and prevailed 17-4. Basic skills like throwing accurately and catching reliably are still a challenge for most kids in the league, but our team showed the effects of active coaching right away with their good slides, outfielders backing up throws to first base, and aggressive baserunning. Michael had a decent game, making a couple of smart plays at second after a rough first inning at the pitcher position. He also got on base in each of his three at-bats, scoring on run and driving in another.
The best thing about the season is that the kid just loves the game.
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