Weekend Musings

NCAA. . .
The Division II Baseball Championships are wrapping up as I write this. I haven't been here for most of the tournament because we have been on the road. Just walking around talking with some of the fans has been fun today. From all accounts the Grizzlies staff has done a great job. I know Jeff O'Neill has worked his [tail] off, as he does for all of the "extra events" at the ballpark. The other staffers have been busy as well, namely Brent Pownall, Will Myers, Jason Murphy and CJ Hendrickson. That's not saying anything for our GM Steve Gomric who has had to take this on after being named GM in April. Congrats to all of our staff as well as the staffs at SIUE and UMSL for making this happen.

SIDS. . .
I had the pleasure of emceeing an event this morning for SIDS Resources. Thanks to Lori Behrens for inviting me out. They held their first annual Strides for SIDS walk/run in Forest Park. A commemorative ceremony was held prior to the run getting started. It was a moving tribute for/with the families that have lost little ones. It was tough to get through. I thought it was a beautiful ceremony and I was proud to be a small part of it. I am thankful for the opportunity and glad they had a good weather day.

The Grizz. . .
Finally on to the Grizzlies. A tough first week for the hometown team. I really don't think it is one particular thing that has gone wrong, but a combination. Last night they looked good and all parts seemed to click and because of it they took down previously unbeaten Evansville. It showed me and the fans would good can come when they all play together. Hopefully they can keep it up. Some moves today and the next few days should help. I guess we shall all see.

I'll try to check in from the road next week. Should be fun-I like going to Chillicothe.