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Like the Ump says…Play Ball!
Our son has been involved in team sports with the Bellingham Boys & Girls Club and the YMCA going on 4 years. This has been a great opportunity for him to learn the importance of team work and commitment. It’s also a treat for us parents, too. 
We have been having so much fun this baseball season with our team! Hiro, our head coach, is a sheer breath of fresh air. Joe and all the coaches really get across to all the guys. It’s super fun to be on a team that can really play. This is a bunch of really nice boys; with great team spirit… it has been so cool to be a part of. Thank you to the Sudden Valley families who invited us to be on the team!
As I stated earlier, our boy is learning the importance of being part of something bigger. From the joy of team sports, embracing kids from other walks of life, and the thrill of a win, this little collection of athletes with a common goal is very powerful. Our little sluggers are turning into young men and women. Wow…
It’s not only the kids who are exposed to new surroundings and faces; we adults also have the opportunity to expand. Together we support our children and get to know each other and by the end of the season, we have made some new friends and strengthened others. It’s great.
Organized sports play an important role in our lives. Our kids gain knowledge of sportsmanship and teamwork. They learn about being coached and taking constructive criticism. They are taught respect and learn to encourage each other. Come to think of it, so do we parents.
So regardless of your age, never stop playing!
