Take Me Out To The Ball Game!
By: C.R Jack
The weather was just right for the latest baseball game. Team Cullen were looking to manifest a win, while taking on the undefeated Team Motley Crew. Carlisle addressed the crowd, announcing the line up for this evenings’ game. Team Cullen consisted of Esme, Carlisle, Emmett, Rosalie and Bella. For Team Motley Crew we had Afton, Sulpicia, Peter, Liam, and Eleazar. The two teams took to the field, facing off in an epic struggle of superior strength, skill, and banter. The Cullen’s were up to the plate, with Bella taking the first swing, and starting the game off with a ground ball, scoring a double. Batter after batter tried their hardest to out maneuver Sulpicia, as she threw each pitch meticulously, and without hesitation. Emmett stepped up to the plate, cracking the bat as the ball flew into the tree line, sending him to third base, and bringing Bella home for the first run of the game. Next up, Esme hit a line drive towards Eleazar, sliding into second base, and Emmett dashing across home plate for the Cullens second run. Rosalie was next to bat, driving a single into the field, and skidding to a halt at first base, as Bella stepped up to bat for the second time. After a moment of banter back and forth between the two teams, Sulpicia pitched a perfect curveball to Bella, sending the ball careening back out towards the pitcher’s mound. The ball was easily caught by Sulpicia, causing the teams first out of the inning. Emmett was up for his second bat, connecting with the ball as it flew in a blur towards first base, readily caught by Afton of the Volturi. That quickly made two outs for the Cullen Team. Carlisle smiled as he weighed his bat, and strode out to the plate, winking at Sulpicia before sending a pop fly to the outfield, which was caught by Liam, as the team succumbed to their final out.
Walking off the field, with the score 2-0, in favor of the Cullens, the teams switched places, sending Esme to the pitchers mound. Team Motley Crew stood waiting for their chance to hold onto the title of champion. First up to bat for Team Motley Crew, was Afton, connecting with Esme’s pitch and sending the ball flying into the outfield for a double. As Eleazar took to the plate, emotions were running strong on both teams. Esme threw out the pitch, and a loud crack was heard by all, as the ball flew through the air; Both Emmett and Rosalie chasing after it with lightning speed. However, it was too late, and both Afton and Eleazar crossed home plate before the ball was reached. Eleazar achieving a home run, and evening up the score 2-2. With the score tied, and no outs for Team Motley Crew, it looked like the Cullens had their work cut out for them. Peter Nomad was next to bat, striking out three times, as Esme seemed to finally be on her game. Digging her feet into the mound, Esme prepared to face Liam as he stepped to the plate, hitting a line drive to first, tagging the base with ease. As Liam watched from first base, Sulpicia sent the ball soaring across the field, placing her on second, and Liam on third base. With runners on two bases, the Cullen Team were facing a struggle, as Afton stood waiting for the next pitch. A fastball was delivered, and as Afton took his swing, the ball was launched into the air. Esme jumped from her position, catching the ball for the teams’ second out. Next up was Eleazar again with a ground ball, as he made it safely into first base; Emmett chasing the ball effortlessly. Liam raced into home plate, scoring the teams third run, before returning to bat for the last time. Two strikes later, Liam hit a pop fly into the field, as Rosalie made the catch for Team Motley Crew’s final out of the game.
All in all, it was a riveting game on both sides, with Eleazar being announced as MVP. The final score Team Motley Crew - 3, Team Cullen - 2. Until next time, we’ll see you on the field.
