The Benefits Of Playing Softball

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When I look back, I see times when I could’ve made better choices and other times that I wouldn’t change a bit. Playing softball with MJBSA is a choice I wouldn’t want to change. I’ll admit there were times when I wished the umpires had a better understanding of the rules or the other team would tone down the drama but overall MJBSA and my coaches did a great job. Keeping in mind the past, I eagerly look forward to the future. Continuing my education by getting a degree is important to me because it will give me experience that I wouldn’t get otherwise.

It is through softball that I saw my parent’s dedication. Softball also strengthened my relationship with my family. At my games, my Mom was my biggest fan and sitting right next to her every

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