Game: @ Porterville HS (6)

"Ding!"

A metal bat connecting with a ball always made me flinch, especially when I'm not paying attention. I wasn't able to see the ball come off the bat, but with Noah suddenly leaping to his right, with his left arm stretched out, I knew where it must have went.

I watched on as Noah snatched the line drive before it could bounce or even sneak pass him. He landed on his side, keeping his gloved hand in the air, showing off the ball.

The second base umpire pumped his fist. "Out!"

Even though we were the away team, a few claps could be heard from our side of the stands. I looked over and saw Mr. and Mrs. Atkins applauding, but they weren't the only ones. Some of the softball players had also clapped and I could hear a "Nice catch!" from somewhere.

Noah got on his knees and threw the ball back to Dave on the mound. "Nice pitching!"

Dave just grinned back at him. "Good one kiddo." He turned back to home plate to face the new batter.