Little League has begun!

Little League began this week!  Matthew is one that loves to play baseball and does enjoy little league.  He loves to play the game but really, honestly, he loves it the most when he is playing ball with his dad.  He loves it best when both of them have a glove on their hands and are throwing back and forth.  Or when Mike pitches and Matthew hits a five gallon bucket full of softballs in the back yard.  It's something they started doing together again this spring and it really makes a big difference in Matthew's game.  Practice really does help and he played great at his first game last night!!!

Matthew and Hadassah both need new gloves and they have been taking turns with taking Mike's ball glove to school.  They both know to be responsible with it because Mike also still needs it and uses it!  Before Matthew's game time last night, Mike made a stop at the neighborhood sports store just down the road and Matthew was delighted to get a new pair of spikes.  His other ones are too small and he went up two sizes.  I am seeing another growth spurt in him! 

Matthew hit and fielded great last night.  The first few games are always on the chilly side and Ashlyn and I wrapped in a blanket as we cheered and watched!  Mike was the pitcher for the Rockies!  Hadassah also enjoyed the night at the park with some of her friends.

 Team pitcher ... the best ever!!!  :)

 Got on second base ... twice!

Watching these boys play last year together and then watching them last night, I was impressed how much better they got!  It's just the start of the season but I think these little men will have a great team!  We will be spending lots of time at the ball parks this spring and summer.  Between Matthew's games, Mike's games, and Mike coaching the Gators ... it will all be fun!

Way to go Rockies!!!  Winning your first game is a great start!