Hello everyone. Sorry it's been a while since I've written. It's been a pretty busy summer. After the last blog I have been on the run with the Racers and then out to California for National Team Camp. Now I am in Venezuela, representing the United States in the Pan-Am Qualifier. It's always a great honor to represent your country, and I am excited to be here!
We arrived in Venezuela late Wednesday night, after a couple delays at the airport. Everyone met at the Miami airport to fly together to Caracas, but several flights were delayed or cancelled. Luckily they pushed the Caracas flight back as well, so everyone made it on time except for Katie Schroeder from UCLA. We were missing some luggage as well, but by Thursday afternoon both Katie and most of the luggage had made it to Maracay. We had practice at a local field during the afternoon, and were just wrapping things up when a thunderstorm rolled in. Other than that, we have had nice weather, albeit a little hot!
Our first game was Friday afternoon, at 1:00 against Columbia. Nikki Nemitz started in the circle and threw two perfect innings before being relieved by Brandice Balschmiter, who threw three perfect innings as well. We won, and the game was cut short due to the run rule.
Megan Langenfield was 3-3 with a three-run home run that contributed to our final margin of 11-0. The opening ceremonies were Friday night. It's fun to be able to see all of the teams that you are competing against in one place for such an exciting event.
Luckily, we have internet in our hotel lobby, so I think I'll be able to update frequently.
Talk to you soon!
Angela
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Keeping up with the Racers has been "fun" even with you away. The current winning streak has put you only 2.5 games out of first place. Stay busy, Angela, and stay focused: Pan Am games, completion of regular season with Racers, playoffs to begin on 20th, then off again to Japan. Stay safe, too, and God bless.
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