Testament to what works... Unsung heroes do their part

Sometimes it's in the excitement of it all that we focus on the impact plays of a game that make an impression, but are supported by the dedication and hard work of  those who allowed us to be in a position to win the game in the first place. It's a struggle to give out player of the game awards, and for the most part, I don't and won't do that. It's a team effort and all of our players should be proud to have contributed to that. Our strength is having players who do it all, and it's the sum of all the parts that make the machine work.

It was my intention when I started this blog to try and give you an insight as to how I think and what I do, and more importantly why I do what I do. I'm really lucky. I have been able to keep a core nucleus of players together and  add to them with a spunky group of  second year players and rookies who should do them proud going into the future. I have always said that I expect my older guys to lead by example, and I still do have a lot of work to do, even with them. That said, they know that they are my rocks and I wouldn't be anywhere without them.

I can sing the praises of Adam. We know what he brings to the table. He's an important piece in our wheel. But at the end of the day he is just a piece.... he can not and will not do it all for us.  Without the proper support system around him we have seen what happens. William, Bryce, and Thomas all have key, important roles on the team. William is a silent leader and an awesome first baseman. His inside the park 3 run home-run was a huge hit for us and if we didn't have it, we would not have won. There is no doubt that he is an anchor that allows us a huge advantage, and on on any given day he is a game  winner. Bryce is enthusiastic and wants to do it all. His hits have come at key times for us, and his two run double against the Dodgers is yet another key hit to our season. Thomas is my spiritual leader. I laugh and cry with him, and he has no idea how important he is to me. I want so much for him to succeed, I want for him to do well, because I know deep down, he wants it too. 

I could go on. Mateo, Liam, Taj and Syriah, all second year players have yet to find their mettle. There is still a long way to go with these guys. So it goes with the rookies. They are silly and smiling, temperamental yet strong. To have them perform at the level they do is a bonus to us all.

All key cogs in our wheel of fortune, all unsung heroes who each bring a little something different to the table. We are many and we are one.... one dream, one hope, one strong.... one team!