Shooting sports might be one of my all time favorite types of photography. Which is pretty odd, considering I’m not really a “sports person”. At least not in any kind of “fan” sense. Or any sense really. Lets put it this way – during a High School football game I may or may not have […]
Is There Anything Cuter Than Mini Hockey Players?
I’m not sure there is anything cuter than mini hockey players. Since I don’t have anything profound to share with you this week, take a look at these super cute little guys. And if you wanna play, check out the classes and teams at the Arctic Coliseum in Chelsea (awesome program)! =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Tressie Davis is […]
Behind the Scenes with Team USA Softball #19 – Chiddy
USA Softball #19 – Amanda Chidester At UofM: Two-time Big Ten Player of the Year (2011, 2012), Two-time NFCA All-American (2009, 2011), Michigan’s Big Ten Medal of Honor Winner (2012) www.chiddysoftball.com I first met Amanda Chidester at a Common Bond basketball game – she had come to […]
The Big House
There is nothing quite like The Big House. Or so I had been told. And until September 8, 2012 I had no idea what I was missing. The UofM vs Airforce game may be old news to most, but it is an experience I will never forget. Through a very cool friend (yay for cool […]
Following Finesse – Drama isn’t just for Theater
Co-written by Stan Sczecienski, Rob Davis and Tressie Davis Thursday, August 2 at 9:45am: Finesse vs Louisiana Havoc. The next game the girls lose means we go home. We. Must. Not. Lose. The tone of the game was set by the Havoc’s coach. Coming out strong and offending coaches and umps alike, it was an […]
Following Finesse – Hawaiian Punch
Wednesday, August 1 was the first day of bracket play for Finesse 10u, and their opponent was Hiki No, from the beautiful state of Hawaii. Hiki No means “Can Do” in Hawaiian – well, this team can, and they did. Win that is – beating Finesse 10-2. Coach Rob was quick with the high fives […]
Following Finesse: Get Fired Up
I’m fired up are you fired up? YEAH! On Tuesday, July 31, 2012, Finesse 10u played their two remaining pool games at the ESPN Wide World of Sports. First up at 9:45 Finesse 10u faced off against the Florida Crossfire. It was a close fought game that ended in a 7-7 tie. Here is Kaycee […]
Following Finesse – USSSA World Series, A Day Off
The Finesse 10u girls had their “day off” on Monday, July 30. The day started with a 2 hour practice, and then the girls separated into small groups for fun activities throughout the day. Each group headed to a different location, but here are a few pics of two of the groups: Mara, Faith, Celia […]
Following Finesse: Let the Games Begin
What’s the worst thing that can happen to an umpire after a game? His guide dog bites him. Sunday, July 29, 2012, Finesse 10u faced off against the Palmetto Wildfire from South Carolina. In keeping with World Series tradition, the teams exchanged gifts, and then the game began. With the Wildfire pitcher throwing balls at […]
Following Finesse: USSSA World Series Opening Day
Saturday we woke to a high of 92 degrees with a chance of thunderstorms. There was a nice breeze, so I’ll take it. First stop – a team meeting at the Wide World of Sports globe…and then the girls were off. Meeting girls from other teams and exchanging Trading pins. Then a quick team pic […]