06/01/2026
Today may not have ended with a win, but we couldn’t be more proud of these girls.
This weekend, our 8U team stepped onto the field and competed in their first-ever 9U tournament. Facing older, more experienced competition is never easy, but these girls showed up ready to learn, grow, and compete.
One of the biggest wins from today? By the end of the game, every single girl was stepping into the box and taking swings. Several girls made solid contact, and you could see their confidence growing with every at-bat.
But the growth didn’t stop there.
We saw girls make plays in the infield, throw runners out, communicate on defense, and step into leadership roles. We watched them pick each other up after tough moments, celebrate the little victories, and provide constant encouragement from the dugout. The effort, energy, and support they showed one another all weekend long was something special to watch.
That’s what this season is about.
It’s about showing up when things are hard. It’s about stepping outside your comfort zone. It’s about learning what it takes to compete at the next level as we prepare for next year.
We also want to recognize the coaches and teams we faced this weekend. More than one opposing coach took the time to compliment our girls on their hustle, effort, and willingness to compete against older competition. Those encouraging words meant a lot to our players and families and are a reminder of what youth sports should be about—helping young athletes grow both on and off the field.
A special thank you to the Queen Bee coach who came over after our game and took the time to acknowledge our girls’ hustle, heart, skill, and courage. We battled their team in 8U, and now we’re seeing them again as we step into the next level of competition. We have a lot of respect for programs that compete hard while also encouraging young athletes, and we’re grateful for the example they set.
The scoreboard may not have gone our way today, but the growth, effort, and determination these girls showed was something to celebrate. The future is bright for this group.
💙🩵 Beast Proud.
⭐ MVPs:
🏆 Maci (2x)
🏆 Maddie