the Hero

Talk about pressure.  Simi-finals for the leauge.  A three hour game.  We've returned from behind.  An hour ago it was 17-8.  They almost had the game called for the 10 run rule.  Bottom of the last inning.  It is being called for time (can't start a new inning after 2 hours)  Current score is 17-18.  Only down one run!  Guys on 1st and 2nd steal into 3rd and 2nd.  Two outs.  Two strikes.  Runner steals home.  TIED!  Pressure building!  The pitcher is one of Aidan's best buddies from church.  It's Aidan vs. Nui.  Aidan strikes twice and then proceeds to hit five foul tips.  And then this.

Please excuse my screaming in the background!  The ball HITS the boys gloves and he drops it.  Game Over.  It was insanity!  My favorite part is when Aidan's team comes out and tackles him to the ground.  You've never seen such happy boys!  Aidan, we were so proud of the way you handled this pressure and never gave up!  Great job!