TODAY WAS SO HOT A day is a complete cycle of time that begins in the quiet darkness of early morning and ends when night returns and people go to sleep again. It usually starts when the first rays of sunlight slowly appear on the horizon, gently breaking through the night and painting the sky with soft colors of orange, pink, and gold. The air often feels fresh and calm, carrying a sense of renewal as the world prepares to wake. Birds begin to sing their early songs, and the silence of the nigh

What is a crow hop? A crow hop is when an athlete takes TWO quick steps towards their target in order to throw the ball. It’s a great technique for quick fielding however it is ILLEGAL to do this during a pitch. Why? Because the pitching plate marks the starting point for ALL pitchers creating an even competition. Which is why in ALL 5 major governing bodies of softball (NSA, NFHS, NCAA, USA, USSSA) crow hopping (taking 2 steps towards the batter) is illegal. Sometimes umpires don’t call it…. Be