Observer Team Spotlight

Miriam Traugutt
Age: 8
Grade: Second-grader at Tara Elementary
Favorite position: Catcher
What do you enjoy the most about softball?
Hitting. It’s just fun.

How long have you been playing softball?
I played T-ball last time.

Why did you decide to start playing?
I thought it was fun.

What was your reaction when you learned you were on The Observer team?
I was happy.

If you could describe The Observer softball team in one word, what would it be?
Great

Drake Theriot
Age: 11
Grade: Fifth-grader at McNeal Elementary
Position: Pitcher and third base
What do you enjoy the most about baseball?
Hitting or pitching

How long have you been playing baseball?
Since I was 4 or 5

Why did you decide to start playing baseball?
Just for the fun of it

Do you have a favorite player?
Joe Mauer. He’s a really good ball player, and he’s nice.

What was your reaction when you learned you were on The Observer team?
I was really excited, because I knew the coach and a lot of the kids on the team.

If you could describe The Observer baseball team in one word, what would it be?
Amazing