For those who do not know the story behind this photo:
Our Eagles played Game 3 of the Regional Semi-Finals in Belton at 1:00 Saturday. They won the game and series with a walk off sacrifice fly by Senior Ethan Kloesterboer that allowed Senior Ryan Wadkins to score. The game ended at 3:20. The whole team climbed on the bus and drove, with parents following, straight to Reliant. Although us parents had discussed the possibility of this happening, no official plans were made. As soon as Reliant was alerted that the bus was coming in, they cleared a gate for them and allowed the entire team to enter through the service door straight onto the floor of Reliant. The underclassmen made a tunnel for the Seniors as they entered the stadium and then ran in behind the Seniors.
In the stands were all of the coaches, most of the parents, and the entire team to cheer on and celebrate this night with their teammates, mentors, and brothers. The boys graduated at the end, together to very load cheers from their baseball family. They each "Supermanned" their gowns to show their jerseys beneath as they crossed the stage.
It was an unbelievable night that still brings tears to my eyes.
Now this team is only 2 wins from the State tournament. So if you have the opportunity, please take a road trip this Thursday, Friday, or Saturday to Concordia University in Austin to cheer on your Eagles.
