My longtime softball team is no more. No longer will I make my weekly trips, as I had for the past eight spring/summers, to West Nile Riverside Park to play in the dirt, fall victim to the 10-run rule and be devoured by mosquitos.
Because of this, I am officially a free agent, offering my services [...]
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Anyone need a shortstop?
Secret to softball failure
If you are on the opposing team and want to lose, here’s what you do:
Hit the ball to me.
Clearly, I am the greatest shortstop that has ever played in the Thursday night Riverside Park league. Last night, I was channeling the man who was my hero growing up and to whom I pay tribute with [...]
The Paperboys need your help
Today is Opening Day for the Thursday evening Riverside Park softball league, the lidlifter if you will (but only if you will). I play shortstop for The Paperboys.
The thought of playing softball is the beacon that helps me navigate the treacherous seas of winter discontent. And finally, it’s time to play.
The only problem is the [...]