Observer Team Spotlight

Julia Thielen
Age: 9 years old
Grade: Third-grader, Williams Elementary
Position: Pitcher
How long have you been playing softball?
I’ve been playing since I was 5 years old.

What do you enjoy the most about softball?
We get to have fun all together and work as a team. This is one of the best teams (I’ve been on). Last season, we won second in County Cup.

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

Zack Misiura
Age: 12 years old
Grade: Seventh-grader, Haile Middle
Position: Pitcher
How long have you been playing baseball?
This is my third season.

What made you decide to start playing?
I wanted to try it.

What was your reaction when you learned you were on The Observer team?
I was confused, because I was on a young team last year, and now I’m one of the oldest kids.

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

Do you have a favorite baseball team?
The Chicago White Sox. My dad is from Chicago.