Batter Up!

The Little League season is upon us!  I don't have any schedules yet, but the parade and exhibition games were today.  This year I can say "He's #5 on the roster, but #1 in my heart!"  because Cole and Evan are both wearing #5 this year.  I guess Xavier might take exception to my statement though.

Cole played first today.  He's moved up a level and is playing on the Kids Pitch Cubs team.  They can steal all bases.  He was the third batter today  and brought in the first RBI of the season for his team.  He stole third, and home, for a score.  It was a well matched game and ended up a 10-10 tie.  He played some shortstop and catcher before the 90 minutes was up.

Catcher Cole

Evan has also moved up a level and is playing Coach Pitch for the Astros team this year.  Interestingly, their opponent today was the Tigers - Cole's coaches from last year and most of the same boys too!

Evan at bat for the Astros

Evan was first batter up for his team.  He looked very good, but struck out.  He also played catcher and shortstop.   Coaches love those Schuelke boys.  Oh yes, Brad is helping with both teams.  I thought he had tried to stay out of it this year, but he came home from the last practice with a coach's shirt for each team.  Evan said they were already walking to the car when someone chased them down with a shirt for Brad.  He told me proudly,  "They had an extra shirt and they were trying to figure out who it belonged to , so they figured it MUST belong to MY dad!"

There is one more Schuelke boy as you know.  He's got another year of watching.  But tagging along has its perks.  He gets treats without having to play out in the sun!

DQ soda AND a blizzard!

And here's a bonus financial tip for you.  Run out and buy some stock in OxiClean.  It took  the grass stains, pink lemonade, and dirt out of those cute WHITE baseball pants.