We are already in our final week of the fall season and it has been extremely busy. This is the first week I feel like I have some time to breathe. I've spent a considerable amount of time at the field getting it in practice and game shape. The grass won't stop growing and I'll admit, I've become a bit obsessed about it. I also cut an new infield arc to eliminate the lip that was forming. Here's a pointer to all those looking to use a sod cutter. Make sure the ground isn't rock hard, or be prepared to muscle the cutter around. Ouch!
And, there has been a some softball going on as well. We've had five 6:30am workouts. Who scheduled those! We've spent three of those running up Chester Bowl. The players love it....well, maybe 'love' isn't the right word. I also scheduled small group workouts during the day on our team practice days, so those days are quite long for me.
We have really focused on defensive, throwing and baserunning fundamentals. The players are itching to do some hitting, but we'll get to that. I think we've laid a good foundation for down the road.
Last weekend was our alumni game with a record 24 alums returning. It turned out to be a gorgeous day and I think everyone had a great time. We also honored the 25th Anniversary Team, which we named last year. I'd like to report that no homeruns were hit (even with me pitching), but Laura hit a ball half way up the left field fence and settled for a double. Katie Brown made it all the way back from Idaho. It was great to see everyone and reminisce about the good old days.
Front Row (L to R): Sue Van Loon '91, Chris Lorentz '01, Laura Brueggemeier '00, Jen Walter,Keely Behning '01, Rilee Dawson '07 Back Row (L to R): Laura Heise '06, Abbie Feldt '01,
Azur (Buczynski) Coleman '02, Jen (Vancura) Beres '04, Kristi (Erickson) Kirk '06, Stephanie Sklors '94
This weekend is our Fall Classic. Here's the schedule for the weekend:
10am - vs. Bemidji State
Noon - Family Day Picnic
2pm - Concordia-St. Paul
4pm - Finlandia
We've still got a lot of work to do, but I'm encouraged by the team chemistry and work ethic. It's going to be a fun year.
