South Maryland Little League did it right. We had no idea what to expect on Matthew's very first Opening Day for his first season of baseball. The yonger teams of T- Ball and Coach Pitch arrived first. Each team got together and lined up. The parade of teams began with people cheering their kids, nephews, neices and grandbabies and coaches on. Each team carried a banner, music was jamming through the loud speakers. Then the announcer introduced each team, coach and player and this was Matthew's opportunity to step forward and tip his hat as we proudly cheered him on. They also did a blessing of the field, little league pledge and the national anthem. A small game was played, pictures were taken and did I mention that there was FOOD?! It was a wonderful day to meet new friends and there were so many excited and happy kids. Once the little kids were done their events, the big kids were taking the field for their Oepning Day. Great job South Maryland Little League!
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| Matthew's baseball team- Durham Bulls (They are named after the Triple AA affiliate -minor league team) |
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| Matthew following his coach out onto the field for the parade. |
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| Do you see my baby? He is stepping forward and tipping his hat as they call his name! |
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| Matthew on the field! |
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| This went right down the middle! Go Matthew! |
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| Hanging out in the dugout with the boys waiting for their turn at bat. |
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| Matthew before taking the field for the parade. (Really...I know...we took a lot of pictures) |
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| Julia acting shy in our family picture. |
April 23, 2012 at 8:48 AM
Great pictures - love the uniforms! Sounds like everyone had a great time :)