This video shows true character and sportsmanship. Senior Western Oregon outfielder Sara Tucholsky never thought she’d hit a homerun, and this was her last chance to do so. So when she swung and the ball soared over the back fence, she couldn’t believe her eyes. She made a break for first base, and the worst of the worst happened. As she rounded first, her foot didn't touch the plate. So she turned back, and her knee suddenly gave out. None of her teammates could touch her or help her get to home. So you won’t be surprised what happened next. Watch this video and think about what you would do in this situation. Would you sacrifice winning the game?
When I saw this video for the first time, I thought to myself, I honestly don't know if I would do what those girls did. When I played soccer, I saw players get hurt all the time (and 20% of the time I was that player). I was taught to take a knee and wait until the player got up to do anything. Because the sport is so different, there wouldn't really be a way to do something like this, because the coaches immediately run onto the field and we can't really help someone kick the ball into the goal. But there are plenty of ways to show character, and not just in a sport, in life.
How can you show character this week?
Peace & Love,
Jenae
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