This past Saturday, our softball team played in a Strikeout Cancer game, and it ended up meaning a lot more than just softball. The day was about honoring anyone who has had cancer, but also about honoring Dave Hielman. Dave is the donor of our softball field. He was recently diagnosed with a pretty severe form of cancer and has been fighting. Dave has made a huge impact on our program. Even though the outcome on the field was not what we wanted, the overall experience was about something much bigger.
We played against Mount Union, which is a ranked team, so we knew going into it that it would be a challenge. We ended up losing both games, which was definitely tough. Of course, no one likes to lose, especially at home, but at the same time, it did not take away from what the day really stood for. Even though the scoreboard did not go our way, we still competed and gave effort throughout both games. Playing a strong, ranked team pushed us and showed us areas we can keep improving on moving forward in the season. What made this day so special was the purpose behind it. Strikeout Cancer was about raising awareness and supporting those who are affected by cancer. Being able to play for something bigger than ourselves really put everything into perspective. We were able to raise thousands of dollars, which is amazing. Knowing that the money is going toward something so important made the entire day feel like a success, regardless of the outcome.
Overall, this past Saturday was about much more than wins and losses. Even though we lost both games, the impact of Strikeout Cancer Day will last a lot longer than the results on the field. It was a reminder that sports can bring people together for something meaningful, and being a part of that was something I will not forget.
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