Playing three sports can be difficult to manage, but volunteering at ESD sports camp for lower school students during the summer reminds me why I took on the challenge. I look at the fifth through seventh grade softball players, and it’s hard to imagine that once I, too wanted to wear a helmet in the field so that I didn’t get hit by the ball. Looking more like bobbleheads than ballplayers, they come out during the summer because they enjoy playing the game. During the school year, my time management skills are polished as I head straight from practice to homework. Somehow I am always able to complete all of my responsibilities, and everyday I improve in all aspects of my education (on Tuesdays I even end up with some time to catch Glee). As I help coach the excited middle schoolers I used to be, I am thankful that ESD allows me to still be involved in so many different activities. At their age I wasn’t able to imagine dropping either volleyball, basketball, or softball, and I’m glad I never had to. Being a counselor at camp reminds me I can be that middle schooler in the classroom and on the court and take advantage of all of my opportunities.
Outside Hitter, Center, and Shortstop
Outside Hitter, Center, and Shortstop
