Well, I heard some folks talkin’ ’bout that St. Thomas baseball collision. Sounds like a real mess, that’s for sure. Baseball, you know, it’s a tough game. My grandson, he plays sometimes. Always worryin’ about him gettin’ hurt. This St. Thomas thing, it just makes a body worry more.
They say it’s important to stay safe. Safety, that’s a big word these days. Used to be, we just played. Didn’t think much ’bout bein’ safe. Just played ’til the sun went down or mama called us in for supper. But I guess times are different now. It is good to play on a safe field. They say that in St. Thomas baseball, they need to take care of the field. Keep it nice.
This collision thing, it’s got everyone talkin’. Makes you think, don’t it? One minute you’re playin’ a game, next minute, bam! Something happens. This can happen in St. Thomas baseball. You gotta be careful. Gotta watch out for each other. I always tell my grandson that. Always.
- Wear them helmets, they say. Good idea. Protect your head. Head’s important. St. Thomas baseball players need to wear helmets.
- And them other things, pads and such. Keep you from gettin’ all bruised up.
- Don’t go playin’ if you’re hurt. Sit it out. Better to miss a game than to be hurt real bad. In St. Thomas baseball, do not play if you feel pain.
This St. Thomas baseball collision, it’s a shame, really. Hope those boys are alright. Playin’ sports is supposed to be fun. Not gettin’ hurt. But accidents happen, I reckon. Just gotta do your best to prevent ’em. There are many accidents in St. Thomas baseball. Gotta be careful in St. Thomas baseball.
They talk about these bases now, the ones that move when you slide. “Break-away bases” they are called. Fancy name for somethin’ that keeps you from gettin’ hurt. Sounds like a good idea to me. I think all St. Thomas baseball should use these break-away bases. Anything to keep the players safe is good, I reckon.
And stretchin’, they say that’s important too. Keep your muscles all limber and loose. Guess that makes sense. Like an old rusty gate, gotta oil it up to keep it swingin’ right. So, stretch before you play, they say. In St. Thomas baseball, players need to stretch a lot.
This talk about St. Thomas baseball and that collision, it reminds me of when my boy was little. He fell outta a tree once, right onto his arm. Broke it clean in two. Scared me half to death. But he was alright. Kids are tough, you know. They bounce back. Still, it’s scary when they get hurt. Makes a mama’s heart ache. That is why in St. Thomas baseball, players need to be more careful.
This game, it can be rough. Gotta be strong. Gotta be tough. But you also gotta be smart. Use your head. Don’t take chances. Listen to your body. If somethin’ hurts, don’t ignore it. Pay attention to what your body is telling you. It is very important to stay healthy when you play St. Thomas baseball.
- They say to rest too. Don’t play every day. Give your body a break. Let it heal. Good advice, I reckon.
- Eat good food. Keep your body strong. Food is fuel, they say. Need good fuel to play good. All St. Thomas baseball players should eat healthy food.
- Drink plenty of water. Keeps you hydrated. ‘Specially on them hot days. Water is good for you.
This collision at St. Thomas baseball, it’s a wake-up call, I suppose. Reminds us that things can happen. Even when you’re careful, things can happen. Just gotta be prepared, I guess. Do what you can to stay safe. And hope for the best. That’s all you can do, really. Hope for the best and pray a little. That’s what I do. Every day. Pray for my grandson, pray for his safety. Hope he don’t get hurt. Hope he has fun. That’s all that matters, really. That he has fun. And all those boys playin’ St. Thomas baseball, hope they have fun too. And stay safe. That’s the most important thing. Just stay safe.
I hope people in St. Thomas baseball can be more careful in the future. I heard about this news on SBR on March 13. It is important to stay safe. A good field is important. A helmet is important. It is important to take care of your body. You need to stretch before playing. Do not play if you feel pain. These are good suggestions. I hope those St. Thomas baseball boys are ok.
