Canada's first game in the Little League World Series was not only nerve-wracking, but an excellent spectacle of baseball from both teams. Mexico quickly used their pitcher up to 85 pitches, while Ryan was at 50. Ryan eventually was relieved by Anthony.
Anthony also had a great home-run to lead Mexico, however they tied up the score to bring the game to extra innings. I believe everyone would agree that this game is what baseball is all about. Team Canada made excellent plays, but grew tired in the 7th.
Sitting on the stands, you can really understand what the Little League World Series is all about. It was a hot 30 (?) degrees, and the fans weren't just sweating from the heat. Both Mexico and Canada had very enthusiastic cheers.
The cameras in your face are a little daunting, and sometimes you wish they'd go away.
Seeing the players on the megatron, in their brand new uniforms, makes you so proud that some parents and supporters even tear up.
The hardest part is probably not being able to have a conversation with your son, or daughter, brother or sister. Its sort of a bad example, but its kinda like prison. You can talk to them on the phone, and during visiting hours, but you can't take them home. But its definitely NOT like prison for the boys and girl. The team gets to stay in this baseball "mansion" on the world series site, that has everything a 11-13 year old would want. Video games, good food, and being with your friends all day long. The campus is so secret, that no one is allowed in there without a card with picture ID that you swipe at the door.
So, being a baseball sister is quite complicated. I never thought I would miss my brother a bit. Just a bit. And after this game especially: seeing the disappointed faces of the team (under the visiting tent)- its just so different than what you're used to. I am very excited to see Canada play Taiwan tomorrow.
Even if we win or lose, its really about how you play the game. And in this game against Mexico, we proved that both teams were winners.
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