Flashback to the first days of softball

We've come a long ways from the days of Regan's first softball experience.

Days where she stood in the field, quite apprehensive about the ball coming her direction.

Days of playing in the dirt, standing semi-prepared for the next ball with her hat in rally motion.

 

And let's not forget her early catching days. This picture cracks me up. She was TERRIFIED of the ball. Putting her glove over her face whenever the ball came close, nervous that it was going to come up between the helmet and chest protector.

And now our big girl stands proud behind the plate. Diving to make plays, knowing full well she could be injured by a cleat, a bat or a player. So proud of our ball loving almost teenager!