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0:28 Ready. Get under it. Good job. Good job. All right, last one and then we'll get some fielding in. Okay. All right. Here we go. Chase, always step back first, see the ball, then make a play on it. Come on, son. Catch the ball on the hop. This ain't nothing new. Come on, Renee.

1:17 Can't be afraid of the ball. Make the ball afraid of you. All right, girls. Good job. Good job. Good job. All right, girls. Take a short break and then come help feel these balls for Chase. All right, son. We're going to do a few bat drills with you. >> Y'all know I could have pissed in the pros right? >> Whatever you say, Dad. >> No curve balls, Dad. No curve balls. I don't know of any leagues that you can request what's going to be thrown at you. >> Keywords thrown at you. Your curve

2:02 balls, they don't curve. >> Oh no. Daddy and his curve balls again. >> You're just scared. Well, lucky for you, I'm here to get that fear out of you. All right, get in your battle stance. Elbow up, head straight, and remember, swing level. What are you doing, son? You got to stay in the batters box. >> But the ball was coming at me. >> It's a curve ball. It's going to do that. We go through this every time. Chase, stop running from the pitch.

2:52 Now, you going to stay in that box or I'm going to get my belt. All right. This one going to be a normal fast ball. Get under it. Get under it. Good job. Good hit. Now, let's see what you can do with this curve. >> Hey, Mom. You're home early. Hey, Mom. >> Hey, my babies. How was practice? >> Dad hit Chase with the ball. >> What?

3:38 Chase, what happened? What happened to you? Dad hit me with the ball and forced me not to move. >> Hollis, this is not the major leagues. >> Huh? He'll be all right. I'm just trying to teach him some toughness. >> You're teaching him trauma. Here, I have a surprise for you. Now, don't eat this before dinner. I don't want you to spoil your appetite. Okay. All right, babe. >> Hey, I thought you was hurt. >> I tell you all the time, be a coach to the kids at school. Be a dad to the kids at home. >> You know what you was getting when you said yes. Coaching is supposed to be seasonal, but with you it's year round. We have football in the fall, basketball in the winter, softball in the spring,

4:24 and baseball in the summer. But for long, you'll just be known as coach instead of your real name. >> Yeah, I left my phone in the truck. Thanks, coach. See what I mean? >> What time is you supposed to be at the church tonight? >> 5:30. I need everybody to show up and eat so that we can be on time. >> Food smells good, babe. >> Can't say the same about you. >> Sad to sad. >> I lift my hand. I

5:18 >> Chase, what are you doing? That was your part. >> Sorry, I forgot. >> You didn't forget. You weren't paying attention clowning with your cousin. This is ministry, everyone. Now, puppets up. >> They're ready for you. >> Okay, everyone, let's get into positions. Now you too, once that song ends, I expect those puppets to come down. Okay? No horse play. Do you understand me? >> Yes. >> No horse play. Let's go. Come on. >> Well, good afternoon. >> Good afternoon. >> How's everybody doing? >> Good. >> Wait, wait, wait, wait. We can do better than that. Let's try that again. How's everybody doing?

6:03 >> All right. All right. All right. That's better. That's better. So, we continuing today's topic on God's love. Who in here can tell me what God's love is? >> Oh, Mr. Holly. >> Wait, wait, hold on, kids. Y'all hear that sound? >> Over here. >> Look, I don't see anything, kids. >> I'm not here. Wait, I don't see anything. Kid, >> you're not looking. >> I knew it. I knew it. I It's Pam. Pam,

6:50 I'm trying to teach a lesson to the boys and girls about God's love. You're interrupting me. >> Oh, I'm sorry, Mr. Holl's, but I have the perfect song that reminds me of God's love. You do? >> I do. >> People are calling me constantly talking about the car is worth $6,000. No, it ain't. It's $60,000. >> Well, let us hear it. >> Okay. >> We never going to get That's why we always second. Hey, I got to go. I have time. I got to go. Call you back. Everybody clap your hands up.

7:38 >> I lift my hands. >> I lift my >> I said I lift my voice. >> I lift my voice. >> I said I dance and shout. >> I dance and shout. I'm all the way. >> I said I lift my hands. >> I lift my lift. >> I said I dance and shout. >> I dance and shout. We got to praise him. We come to him. >> Won't you join it? >> We come to lift him up. >> Won't you join it? >> Hey, sorry about the delay on the music. My bad. >> It's all good, brother. >> So, uh, you heard about the new baseball

8:24 park they're building? You talking about the one on the north side of town? >> Is it finished? >> Yes. They had a big ribbon cutting ceremony today. >> You went by there? >> Come on, man. You know they didn't build that part for us. It's all on my phone. H where it is. They had a couple of private investors that came in, funded the whole thing. Be honest with you, I don't really care about having a new baseball park. All I need is a dugout with some cover on it. What's the point having a dugout and you stay in the sun hot, sweaty, musty? We don't need it. >> Hallelujah. Hallelujah. >> Could you go up there and get your son?

9:09 Look at it. Come on. Y >> your son, too. Now, >> don't keep playing and doing all that. You going to mess around and catch the Holy Ghost for real. There you go. Doesn't matter what the enemy does tonight. Come on, CLAP THOSE HANDS AND GIVE THEM SOME PRAISE. YEAH. >> HEY, over there. No. No. With the batteries.

10:00 Yeah, you go with the picture. Yeah, >> there he is. >> What's going on, coach? >> What's up, coach? Nothing much. Nothing much. >> I'm still tripping out on that play call you made in the championship game this year. Play action on fourth and goal. Nobody saw that coming. >> Well, I'd be lying to you if I said I wasn't a little nervous on that call. >> Yeah, sometimes J.R. be overthrowing those short passes. >> Sometimes they need him over at the high school. >> You ever thought about coaching there? >> All the time, but you know how they have their picks and chooses? >> More like picks and loses. >> Hey, so what would you coach there? Cuz I doubt they let you coach both. >> Definitely basketball. I just do the other sports cuz nobody else wants the

10:46 job. >> Nobody else wants the headache either. You got to be called by God to do what you do. Deal with all them kids. But I will admit, my man, you do a good job with those kids. You turn them into winners. What's going on out here? Seems like we're a little short. >> Yeah, I'm noticing that, too. We didn't have many pre-register this year, so I was hoping we get a bunch of walkups. >> If this is it, then I don't think we even have enough for two full teams this summer. Looks like somebody might be lost.

11:36 >> Be nice. He may be here for trials. >> Ha, you funny. >> The Bible say to treat others as how you'd want to be treated. And >> so I'm going to treat them like they treats us. Excuse me. Look at this beautiful ass. >> Hey, how can I help you, sir? >> Hey, how you doing, sir? My name is Steve. Kids call me Coach Steve. >> Nice to meet you. >> What is it that you want, Steve? >> Well, I'm looking to see if I could talk to whoever's in charge. >> That would be me. And what's this about? >> Uh, well, I'm sure you guys have heard about the new baseball park that was

12:21 just built in the city. Uh, the mayor is trying to merge all the little leagues together. >> Little >> well, other leagues. Anyway, the mayor is trying to merge all the other leagues together within the city to into one. Here you go. Check it out. >> Not from here, huh? Well, what gave it away? >> Rich folk usually don't invite us to their stuff. >> Especially new stuff. >> Huh. >> We have several groups of people involved in this merger. >> When's the triyouts? >> Uh, well, actually the deadline, technically the deadline to sign up was at the end of business day today. However, we got word that not everybody

13:09 was informed about the new league. So they got me out here hitting the local parks, spreading the word, so to speak. >> Sound like an attempt to block un press to me. >> Look at that. Absolutely, son. Whose son is that? >> That's my son. >> Is that right? Really? We'll make sure you get a flyer. Take two. >> My son out there, too. Can I get a fly? >> Absolutely. There you go.

13:54 >> So, how you think I did today? >> Did good, sir. You did good. Some areas you still need to improve on, but overall, I think you did pretty good. >> What areas? >> Ground balls. You're still showing a little timidness there. Oh, and uh your throwing can be a little more accurate. >> Well, we know who to blame there. Mr. Curveball. What's this? Whoa, look at these uniforms. They look just like the real teams. And the fields, they look brand new. Did you get this from the men at the park? >> Yep. They're starting a new league. Can I play?

14:40 >> I don't think that's a good idea, son. Plus, we're already playing on Coach Royy's league. >> What if we get everybody in our league to join this one? >> I don't think it's that simple, son. >> Hey, baby. How was trials? >> Not good. A lot of the kids didn't sign up this year. You barely had enough for three teams. >> That's not enough to put on a league. >> Yeah, I know. Then there's this. Supposedly, the mayor is trying to merge all of the summer leagues into one main league. >> So, where will they play the games? >> The new park, >> baby. You know they didn't build that

15:25 new park for us, right? >> I know what you're thinking. It's not that. One of the coaches from their league stopped by Trials today. A goofer fell. >> He must not be from here. >> He's not. >> Hello. Mhm. Okay. Bye. How's Coach Roy? They're canceling the league. Not enough participants. >> Did he say anything about the new league? >> He said he wasn't fooling with it. He's getting bad vibes about the whole thing. >> So, what are we going to do now? >> I don't know, but we'll go talk to Chase.

16:21 >> Hey, son. What you doing? >> Getting ready for bed. >> You read your chapter for the day? >> Just doing it now. How come you got me reading Proverbs every night? Don't you want me to learn about the other books? >> Yeah, you can read the other books, too. I just want you to create a habit of reading Proverbs. Proverbs is considered the book of wisdom. >> You don't have this stuff is over my head, right? I think I'm too young to understand. >> Possibly. But you can always ask God for understanding. Just keep living. One of these days, you're going to get older. So, you think you want to play in this new league? >> Yeah, it looks like fun. I could play in both. >> Well, Coach Roy's league has been

17:08 cancelled. >> Even better. I mean, more the reason to join. >> Your mom and I care about you, son. We're just concerned about other people's intentions, how that may affect you. >> I'll be fine. I'm learning from the best. Nobody can stop me from being the next Aaron judge. Heat. Hey, Heat.

17:59 How can I help you, sir? >> Yeah, I'm here to sign up my son and nephew for the summer league. >> So, you didn't pre-register? >> No, ma'am. We just found out about the league yesterday. Coach Steve came by and he uh >> I'm sorry, sir. I'd love to chitchat and all, but I'm on a tight schedule. I have to get all of these kids names recorded, put in the system, and seen by the coaches today. >> I take care of it. So, Coach Steve himself came yesterday, set us up. That's why we didn't get a chance to do it. >> Doesn't matter. Look, do me a favor. Fill out these forms for your boys. Have a seat in the bleachers and wait until the names are called. Can y'all do that for me? Can you do that for me? >> Come on, guys. Let's go. Let's go, fellas.

18:50 Looks like they do a hitting drill, a fielding drill, and they look like they throw a couple pitches. Is this how they pick the teams? >> Yep. Those must be the coaches right there. Just sit tight and and wait till our name is called. Okay. >> All right. >> Hey, there you guys are. You made it. Yeah, little man forced my hand. Was it the jerseys? >> It was the jerseys, the new field. It was everything. But what are you guys doing over here? >> This is what a lady told us to come. >> Diane. >> Yes, her. >> She takes her job a little too serious.

19:36 >> She's a cat. >> That's Coach Mick's mom. Coach Mick runs the place. I think they're big shots. If she told you to sit here, then you're in the right spot. So, you just need to wait until your son's name's called. That should be good. Yeah. >> You know how long that's going to be. >> Um, >> shouldn't be long. Good luck out there. I'll see you. Chase Stewart, Tim Reed, Sammy Wallace. >> Hey, you.

20:22 >> It's been 2 hours. >> And I've been here five. >> Go get him, boys. >> Remember what I taught y'all now. All right. Good job. >> I'll be right here the whole time. All right. >> I'll be right I'll be right here. Hey, sorry guys. We ran out of time today, but you will be put on a team. All right. >> Hey, what's going on? >> Sorry everyone. Unfortunately, we ran out of time today. >> What do you mean out of time? >> The kids who didn't get a chance. >> Don't do that. Don't do that, please. These are just kids.

21:07 Who is this guy? >> Hollis Stewart. Who are you? >> I'm Coach Mick Rose, elite commissioner. >> Holl Stewart. He's a coach at middle school for basketball and football. >> All right, I'll handle this. Can you finish here? >> Come on, kids. My boys been here all day. We literally watched every kid try out. Some of these kids even showed up after us. >> Coach, I understand. I've been here all day, too. We're really overwhelmed this year with the merger, and we're tired, so I called it. >> These kids have waited for hours. Can we at least give them some extra time? >> I hate that all the kids didn't get to try out, but they will be put on a team.

21:53 >> This is not just about being put on a team. >> You don't calm down. These try outs going to be the least your problem. >> And tell me exactly what does that supposed to mean? means that your boys won't be playing ball. >> Oh, like I said, they didn't build this beautiful. >> Get him. >> Hey, you guys. You guys wait. Just hold your horses. Now, I understand that the walk up's going last. This piss poor planning. >> This whole idea was poor planning. Thanks for the invitation. >> Hey, come on. Your kid is good. He needs to play. And plus, not being seen today kind of works out in our favor. I'm the

22:38 only one that has seen Chase play. So, it should be no problem getting him on my team. >> What about my nephews? >> It may be tough trying to get both, but I'll do what I can. >> I'm hungry, y'all. Let's go get something to eat. Let's go. >> All right, fellas. See you. >> They like me. >> Okay, the Indians have next pick. >> I'll take Jonathan Smith. >> All right, Jonathan Smith has been added to your roster. We have one name left of the ones who tried out today. So that goes to you, Coach Mick. Isaac Jones. >> Isaac Jones. Got it.

23:25 >> So now we have the kids that didn't try out. How do y'all want to handle this? >> I say we just put the names in the hat and we pull. >> Now, why would we do that, coach? >> No one saw these kids try out, Steve. Choosing names would be pointless. >> What if someone here knows one of the kids? >> Does anyone know any of the walkups from today? >> Steve, is there someone that you want on your team? >> Well, I'm glad you asked. I was hoping to get the Steuart kit. >> You talking about the kid whose dad was acting like a fool today? >> That's a great idea. That means I don't have to deal with this nonsense. >> Why do you want the Steuart kid on your team? >> I just want him to feel welcomed. I

24:12 mean, isn't that what this league is all about? >> I have no doubt in my mind that every person in this room is capable of making Coach Stewart, his son, feel welcome. >> Pull the next. Pirates, Johnny Kite. Braves, Reese Helms. Bengals, Tommy Williams. Indians, Sammy Wallace, Tigers, Tim Reed, Tribe, Chase Stewart. Well, looks like you got your wish.

24:57 Wow. Is it possible I can get Tim Reed on my team as well? The boys are family. >> Come on, Steve. What's your play here? >> I think you're hiding something from us. >> No, just trying to adhere to the parents request. That's all. >> Now, you know we don't do that here. But considering this is a merger and we want everything to go smoothly, I'll give you Mr. Reed. Well, if you let me have Trey Carter. >> Trey Carter? Come on. He's the best on my roster. Not to mention my relief pitcher. I haven't even seen this kid Tim play. So, >> if you want him, that's a trade. Take her to leave it.

25:46 Activate force field. Intruder terminated. >> Hey bud, you got a second? >> Just wanted to check on you. See how you was doing after today's trials. >> Why didn't we try out? >> It ran long. Wasted a lot of time at the beginning and wasn't able to see everyone. >> Is that why we were fussing? >> Your dad has a quick temper that he's working on. It's okay because I was a little nervous anyway. >> Chase, you're way better than those kids. What you should be nervous about is me beating you up on this game. >> Okay, let's go.

26:37 Hey guys, welcome to the tribe. It's nice to officially meet you, Chase. I'm Coach Steve. Put her there, pal. We're thrilled to have you on our team. >> Thanks, coach. >> Now, go ahead and go out there on the field and warm up with the rest of your team. Go ahead, sport. >> So, uh, looks like we're missing one, huh? >> Yeah, Tim's dad is not as forgiving as me. >> You mean Tim's not playing? You got to be kidding me. I traded one of my best players for him. >> These points you worried about, you shouldn't have any problems with Chase on your team.

27:28 >> Oh yeah, this the guy I was telling you about. I'm Alex, Coach Steve song. I saw you hit the other day. Pretty good. But I mean, let's see how you do against MC Junior. >> Who's MC Jr.? >> You don't know MC Junior? Mick Jun is the best pitcher in the league. Don't worry about it though. You'll find out in the season opener. Let me let me jump in. Let me jump in. Let me apologize for that. I I know it was a mistake. Think it was a typo. The website is missing a zero. They put it in wrong. Okay. They hit the backspace.

28:15 It didn't do something right. I don't know. But it's 60,000. Say it with me. 60. See how it sounds better? Sounds realistic. 60. Oh, no. You No. Yeah, you you can definitely come on down uh with the 6,000, but just make sure somebody right behind you with the other 54,000. That's right. And that that that'll be the deal, won't it? All right. I got to go now. Thank you. Okay. It was an error. Thank you. Hey girls. Hey. >> Man, y'all kids growing up fast. So, who's all looking for a car today? Is it Raven and Renee too? >> Renee too. >> All right. Good. I got a two for two deal going on right now. Right. You buy one, you buy one, two for me. Raven, what you looking for today? I'm looking for something all black, automatic

29:02 start, >> fast, >> fast, and >> affordable. >> Look at that car. >> Affordable to me might be expensive to you. What's your price range? >> Is zero a price range? >> No, it's not. Well, to be honest, we really don't have the money, but with Raven starting her sophomore year in college, she really needs a car. >> I understand. Let's go look. >> Okay.

29:49 >> So, how's it looking? >> Not promising. We have pinched every penny in trying to afford a car for Raven. We just don't have the money to pay cash. >> What about trying to finance it? I >> mean, we can do that, but with the interest rates, we just dig ourselves into a deeper hole. And don't forget, Raven scholarship doesn't cover housing either. >> What if we stopped tithing for a few weeks? That save us a couple headaches. >> I don't want to do that. We just going through a rough patch. we stay faithful, God will open a door for us. >> Well, I need that door to open now. After practice, they told us the players going to have to pay $250 in fees. >> $250.

30:36 We didn't spend that much on Chase for his birthday. >> Yeah, I know. Supposed to be for uniforms, insurance, and some other things. So, I wrote them a check. >> To what account? Oh yeah. Let's pray because we need that door open now. >> Good morning. We want to welcome everyone to the new youth park. Now, the purpose of this beautiful venue is to

31:22 ensure that all children, regardless of their age or skill level, have a safe place to play. And you know, the best part of it all, you didn't have to pay 1 cent for it. So, I hope that is taken into consideration when it's time for re-election. Now, I want to go ahead and hand this over to the brains of the operation, Coach Mick. Come on, >> thank you, Mayor. And you have my vote. >> Thank you. Uh for those who don't know me, I'm coach Mick Rose. I'm the league commissioner and we are very excited about today as we kick off the brand new youth league here at the youth park. But before we get kicked off to action, on behalf of the youth league, we would like to issue off a challenge. The first player to hit a home run out of the new park will win this brand new catcher set

32:09 along with a $100 gift card. Play ball. >> All right, guys. The moment we've all been waiting for, game one. Now, I know you guys are excited, maybe even a little bit nervous, but that's okay. It's a good thing. Means you care. So, now the announcements are over with, it's time to get down to playing some baseball. >> You got this, guys. No sweat. Let's go. Let's go. Let's go. Get out there. All right, boys. It's your time to shine. You be the best player out there, right? >> Don't disappoint me. Let's go. Chase, this is the guy I was telling you about. Best in the league.

33:02 >> Last year, almost all of his games were shuts. What a beautiful day for baseball, folks. And we've got a real treat for you today as the young Fina Mick Jr. prepares to throw the pitch on today's opener. >> Come on, Alex. Let's get him, son. >> Vic Jr. doesn't disappoint with his patented fast ball right down the middle. >> Good swing, son. Good swing.

33:52 >> So, next up is Chief Stewart. He's a newcomer to Scott, one of the many players added as a part of the new merger. Let's see what type of welcoming party MC Jr. has in store for Mr. Stewart. >> And at the line drive straight down third base. Wow, what a statement. But Mr. Stewart has a welcoming party of his own. It's involved with triple. That's what I told the hill. Hill

35:16 Y >> and what a game it's been really back and forth which is unusual when Mick Jr. is pitching. The Tribe has rallied around Chase Stewart all day and they're really going to need him as he comes up with the bases loaded and a full count with two outs. And the outcome of the game may very well depend upon this pitch. >> Have we gotten this cat out at all today? >> Man, he got on base every time at bat. >> Time blue. >> And the Saints call a timeout to talk things over. >> What's going on? You tired? cuz you're playing like crap. That kid has gotten on base every single time at bat. It's time to strike him out. >> You want me to throw the fast ball? >> Goodness, no.

36:03 >> That could turn into a grand slam. >> He's proven that he's good at bat. But let's see how disciplined he is when the game is on the line. >> Coming out of the timeout, it's safe to say the real pressure is on Mick Jr. as he has to throw a strike in order to prevent walking the run. And from what I've witnessed today, I'm sure that is not a scenario that Mick Jr. would like to see play out. He swings at the high pitch. That's the ball game, folks.

36:59 >> Great job today, everyone. You've definitely put the league on notice that we are forced to be reckoned with. That's for sure. especially with our one-two punch. >> Speaking of which, Chase, stand up for me son. >> Now, I know you're probably down about losing the game today, but I'm I'm kind of glad that you swung at that high ball. Makes me know you're human. >> Come on. >> So, overall, how you feel about today? >> It's a good turnout. Exciting games. Glad my team won. >> I know. That's right. But the coach's son Chase phenomenal player. I think he can really help us out with the All-Star travel

37:45 roster. >> Nah, I'm not impressed. He's good when there's no pressure. He's got a long way to go. >> Come in, Junior. Come here for a second. How much money you make in today's game? I didn't make any money. >> Well, you should have out there playing like crap. Somebody on the other team had to be paying you something. Or you just sucked all on your own. >> You can't let some kid rattle you just because he gets lucky off your first pitch. You have to be the best player out there. Nobody else. Remember that. You got something to say. Trying to live your dream through your son, it's not a good look.

38:30 >> You're a woman. Why don't you stay in your lane? >> Excuse me. I'm your mother and I don't like the way you're talking to me. And as your mother, I don't like the way you talk to my grandchild. We won the game. >> It's not about just winning the game. This youth park is the first step to a bigger picture. I'm not trying to create unity for the city. trying to create wealth for us. At the end of this season, we're going to take all the best players and create a travel team. When that team wins, it creates instant popularity for the city, which means revenue for the city. People from all over are going to want to come

39:16 here to watch and play the game of baseball. We will be idolized as hometown heroes who paved the way for new era. We'll never have to ask for anything in this town again. But that does not work without Junior being the face of this league. >> Okay. >> See you quiet now. Oh, hey, coach. I'm Alice. I'm Alex's

40:03 mom. >> Nice to meet you. >> Me, too. >> Your son, Chase, he is something special. >> Your son, Alex, is not too bad, either. How did you know I was a coach? >> Oh, I keep up with what's going on in our small time sports. And I know that you have quite a few district championships under your belt. I have a question. What happens to your players whenever they leave? It seems like that winning culture should be, I don't know, transferred over to the high school. >> Most of our good players, they leave and go to other high schools. >> Oh, so they're being recruited. >> No, the kids, they wish they could stay here and play together. >> Well, why are they leaving? >> It's the coaching. The administration there is still under the old school mentality. They're looking at it from X and O's when they

40:50 should be making play calls off of the players abilities and talents. If they change that, the players will stay. >> That makes sense. >> Hey honey, where have you seen Alex? >> Oh, he uh he's running around with some of the kids. >> Oh, okay. Hey, real quick while I got you. You know that payment that you made for Chase? We're having some trouble processing it. >> Oh, yeah. >> Yeah. Um But no problem, no rush. Just uh relaying the message while it's still fresh on my mind. >> All right. You know what I think? I think that you should apply for the high school basketball position. You

41:35 have a proven track record. You're a local and it will be a pay increase. >> They're hiring for the head coaching job >> unofficially. It hasn't opened up yet. It will soon though. >> I had my hopes up for that job once before. I don't know. >> I can get you to sit down with the man himself. You tell him exactly what you just told me. It's no way you're not getting that job. >> Good game, buddy. I'm proud of you. Good. You did your thing out there. >> Hey, what was that about? Oh, >> she was just congratulating Chase and offering me a job. What kind of job and how much does it pay? >> She says she has some pool at the high

42:20 school. She says she can possibly give me a interview as the head basketball coach. >> Wait, you're going to go coach at the high school? >> I don't know, son. Got to think about it. >> It's nothing to think about. We need the money. That's God showing favor on us. Well, >> who wants some ice cream? >> Me. Come on. Look at that. This is our year.

43:07 Heat. Heat. Woo! >> Hey, look at you out of the baseball spirits. >> Looking nice.

43:53 >> You like it? >> Yes. I love it. >> Thank you. Thank you. >> Hey, you didn't tell me that you already knew Mr. Kennedy. Mr. Kennedy. >> Mhm. Yeah. >> He's the one hiring for the new position. >> Yeah. Well, normally he oversees, but once I mentioned that you were coming, his attitude kind of shifted. But it's probably a good thing, right? Come on, let's go. Coach Ols, want you to have a seat. Be with you in just a second. Good luck.

44:48 >> Yeah. All right. So, how you been these days? Oh, nothing much. Spending time with family, coaching, volunteering as a youth minister at the church. You know, I I find it hard to imagine a man like you at that temper of yours, you know, a member of pretty much any church out here. Yeah. So, uh, I I hear you might be interested in a head coaching job. That right? >> Yes, sir. >> Okay. So, what qualifications you

45:37 bringing here? >> Uh, well, um, I have a winning record at the middle school. >> I'll be doing the same things with the same kids, >> just at the next level. Yeah. Yeah. I I take you didn't quite understand the question, so I I'll rephrase it for you. What experience do you have coaching high school sports? >> Actual high school experience? None. >> Yeah, that's kind of what I thought. You have a good day, coach. I do appreciate

46:23 you dropping by. >> Even in your old age, you still trying to stick it to me. Look, Coach Harris, I I got to believe you do know, right? I mean, I don't think any of us will ever get over the chaos that surrounded you your senior year. And I mean, all them fights and riots protests. >> That wasn't my fault. >> Now, you got to know you could would have stopped it. All that nonsense, right, with just a a sliver of spying. I mean, you're the star athlete, son.

47:08 Every one of them students would have listened to you. But no, no. You just flat out refused to even listen to me. >> We wanted things to be fair, equal, and you wanted things to stay the same. >> Well, just so you don't miss what it is I'm saying here. As long as I hold this position, you will never be the head basketball coach of this school. And that right there, that's that's about as fair and equal as I can be. Right. Coach Alice, you know, there there is another

47:53 position that I I might consider you for. Girls volleyball. >> I don't have volleyball experience. >> Ain't that there the overwhelming theme of today's interview? Girls volleyball. Coach Hollis, you be sure to get back with me with your final decision. Good to see you again. >> Hello. >> Hey, Coach. Everything okay? >> Yeah. What you got?

48:49 There y'all are There you go, son. >> Yeah. So, what's going on? >> So, our friend Coach Mick just put out a memo stating the new rules and regulations for this league's tournament. Before, you could throw up to 85 pitches. Now the numbers changed to 70. >> Can you believe that? >> So that's lower than the nine and 10 year old standard. >> Oh yeah, they're calling it trying to protect the players. >> But I'm smart enough to know that it's just another way for them to gain an advantage for the playoffs. >> So that means less pitches for our ace Alex. But wouldn't that affect their team too? >> Not as much as ours. And I'll tell you why. I traded him a decent pitcher at the beginning of season for your nephew.

49:36 That quit. Jason's just been filling in. >> Okay. Well, Jason would have to fill in more, I guess. >> Are you joking? You haven't seen. >> So, huh, huh? Look at that. Sprained his wrist forward thinking he's in X games or something. told him about that. He's okay, but he can't pitch. That's for sure. >> So, you want Chase to fill in? >> Not just fill in start. I figure if he can get us three solid innings, that should be enough for Alex to come in and bring us on home.

50:24 >> I don't like it. Chase has never pissed before. Well, no one else on my roster has the courage enough to go up on the mount. That position is not like every other position. So, it's Chase or nobody. Where's Chase? >> He's over at Coach Steve's house practicing pitching. >> Pitching? >> Yeah. The the league came out with some new rules to help protect the players

51:10 throwing on. >> That should have already been in place. >> Sounds fishy to me. Me, too. >> The only fish you two girls need to be concerned about is the kind that we ordered. Can y'all please go check on our plates? >> Yes, ma'am. Thank you. >> So, how'd the interview go? >> Mr. Kennedy is the head guy in charge. >> He's still alive. That man gave us hell in high school. >> And it seems as if he's still working for the devil. Took everything in me to keep my cool. >> And you kept your cool. >> I surely did. I was quick to hear, slow to speak, and slow to wrath. Just like the scripture say. >> Slow to rap.

51:57 >> Mhm. Lord, forgive me. But the scripture does not apply for Mr. Kennedy. So, what are we going to do now? >> Actually, he offered me another position. >> If you say janitor, I know something. >> Girls volleyball. That man know you not interested in no girls volleyball. You don't even know the rules like that. >> If I take it, I gain high school coaching experience. I get to coach Renee. I get that pay raise we need. >> Your passion is boys basketball. >> I know. I know. >> But this family comes first. Well,

52:43 sounds like we have something to celebrate. And they do sell your favorite dessert. Ice cream. All right, Chase. Keep your head up, son. How'd he do? >> I think your son's more afraid of getting hit with the ball than anything. When he's by himself pitching, he does great. Boom. Boom.

53:31 Soon as somebody steps up to the plate, it's like he's all out of sync. My concern is if we start chase tomorrow, we might not even make it to the third inning. So, Alex will start. Once he reaches his pitch count, then hopefully maybe Chase can bring us on home after that. >> All right. See you. >> Yes, sir. That's right, folks. It is the playoffs. And don't get me wrong, the regular season doesn't go unnoticed, but here today, it's win or go home. And right

54:17 now, it's looking good for the Tribe as they lead 7 to2 going into the fifth. We have a brief timeout for the Tribe for a pitching change. >> No sweat, Chase. >> This is not like right field. >> Yeah, but you got this. What happens if the batter swings and hotlines me? >> Then duck. >> I'm serious. >> Okay. When you're batting, you're confident that you'll get on base, right? >> Yeah. >> It's the same when pitching. When pitching, you have to be confident that the batter won't hit your pitch. You got this. >> Well, well, well. Look what we have here. What happened to Albert's boy? >> Sprayed his wrist riding the four-wheeler. Think he could pitch off something? >> I think they're desperate. Good job, son. Good job.

55:04 >> Good job out there. Now, we just got to hope and pray for Chase. Let's hope. >> Yeah. Good job, boy. >> Come on. I'm talking about Come on, Chase. We can do it, bro. Do it. >> Hey, son. You can't be scary all your life. So, when you plan on talking to him the right way, >> I'mma talk to him. I'm just letting it soak in. >> What's that to soak in? Up by five, lose by 20. That boy was humiliated out there. >> He did it to himself. He played scared. >> Has it ever occurred to you that maybe he's just not a pitcher? >> Half of those kids he walk was probably

55:49 the first time getting on base. All he had to do is throw across the plate. >> I'm always having to tell you to tone it down when it comes to Chase. He's not the same age as our girls. >> He's a boy. Boys are built different. >> Boy or girl, he still has the mind of a child. And out of all our children, Chase looks up to you the most. He needs to hear something positive from his father. Hey, buddy. You okay? I know what you're going through. You probably be playing over and over. All those people you walked, all those runs you allowed. And it was a playoff game, so attendance was high.

56:36 >> Attendance was high. >> Well, wait, no. Attendance wasn't that high. More like a moderate high. What I'm trying to say is I've been in your shoes. And when you play the game of sports, sometimes you lose. bad. It's the nature of the beast. Once you begin to accept that, you come home from losses like today with your head held high cuz your focus will be on what it takes to get better. And plus, in the pros, there's players who just get paid to pitch. They don't even bet. Don't let today take away from what you are great at.

57:28 Chase, come here for a second. >> Not the best way to end the season, huh? Look, I want to apologize for today. There was a lot to ask of you. Sometimes I forget you all are just kids. Do you even like the pitch? I hate it. >> Especially after today, right? >> Especially after today. Alex said after the game that him and I would probably get selected for the All-Star travel team. >> You know, we normally don't get involved in that. It's just another way for some organizations to make more money. >> I really want to play. They said that they were going to be playing tournaments out of state, staying in

58:14 hotels with swimming pools, and going to amusement parks. >> Sounds expensive. >> Come on, Dad. At least let me play. >> I hear you. But me and your mom got a lot going on right now. With Raven going to college and me start the new job. You really don't have the time. >> Come on, Dad. Please. If you let me play, then I'll accept your apology. Come on, Dad. Please. Please. All right, get your stuff and get out of here. We're both are running late.

59:03 >> Remember who you are. You have the mind of Christ. And greater is he that is within you than he that is within the world. All right. >> All right. >> Love you. >> Go get him. >> Guys, it's time to hone in. All right. You guys are doing good. Do not lose hope. But we didn't make it this far just by playing around. We need to focus, okay? When you guys go on there, confidence is key. So don't be afraid of the enemy. When we go out there, I want to see you guys really put forth your best effort, okay? It's not time to slack down. We need to keep going. Keep pushing through. All right? Get your best foot forward. Listen. >> What time is practice scheduled for today? >> Excuse me. >> What time was practice scheduled today? >> 4:00. >> What time is it? >> 4:08. Guys, when we say practice starts at 4,

59:49 that means you get your butts here at 3:45. I don't care how good you are, how many home runs do you think you can hit. This is the All-Star League, and everybody's on the same level here. Unless we're talking about pitching, huh Chase? From now on, there's no more relying on your god-given ability. It's work. And work starts by getting here on time. >> Chase, give me 10 laps around the field. Mick, it's not the kid's fault. >> Huh? >> It's not the kid's fault. >> You think I'm being too harsh? >> Yeah. >> Harsh and making everybody run 10 laps around the field. >> Y'all want to do that? >> All right.

1:00:34 >> Got to do it hella big. Light it up. Represent. Had to do it big. again. >> You know volleyball coach? >> Yes, I am. >> Don't you coach football and basketball? >> I used to coach those sports in middle school. >> We are doing. >> So, do you know anything about this sport or did you just accept the job for a pay raise? >> What's your name? Frankie >> Thomas. >> Is your mom name?

1:01:21 >> Yeah. >> I went to school with your mom, >> which explains why you have a big mouth. >> Ah, and last year's team captain Frankie, let me ask you something. How many games did y'all win last year? >> Three. >> Three out of how many? >> We went three and 23. >> We took >> I'm going to come clean with you ladies. I did take the job for the pay and I'm actually learning the rules for the first time. But I promise you this. I'm fully invested in the success of this team. And honestly, I like what I see.

1:02:07 >> You haven't even seen us play. But I'm hearing you talk and communication is just as important as athleticism in sports. >> All right, so let's see what kind of condition you all are in. Everybody on the line >> now. >> All right. Here you go. Watch it. >> I got it. I got it. I got it. There you go. Good catch. All right, we're running on this one. >> Good hit, son. Good hit. Go get your glove. Swap out with Chase. Good job.

1:02:58 >> All right, the great chase is up to bat. You made a pretty good name for yourself here locally, but this is the All-Star League. game's going to move a whole lot faster. Now, let's see how well you fare now to be faced with some real speed. Strike Come on, Chase. Hit the ball. Uh-uh. You have to stay in the batters

1:03:44 box, otherwise you're automatically out. That's three misses, Chase. You just let your team down by striking out. Keep your eyes on the ball. Come on, Chase. Hit the ball. >> It's too fast. >> What? >> The balls are coming too fast, coach. >> How about I let up then? Huh? Would you like that? Hopefully, our opponents will be just as generous. Get back in the outfield. You're done.

1:04:35 Hey y'all. >> Hey baby. >> Hey mama. >> How was practice? >> It felt like we were practicing for a track meet. Dad had us running the whole time. >> It's called conditioning. Got to get you guys in shape. >> This is volleyball, Dad. We pretty much stay in one spot the whole time. >> That is true, honey. >> Oh, so y'all double teaming me now. The ones with no coaching experience at all. I got to show you these shirts I got today. Come on. >> So, how did Chase do today? >> I'm not sure. When I picked him up today, he was kind of down. >> You asked him what was going on. >> I tried, but he wasn't very talkative. Can you talk to him?

1:05:22 >> I have a lot on my plate with this volleyball stuff. >> He'll be okay. You just got that gist to the new level of play. >> Come on, Chase. Hit the ball. >> That's three misses, Chase. You just let your team down by striking out. >> I don't care how good you are. How many home runs do you think you can hit? This is the All-Star League and everybody's on the same level here. Unless we're talking about pitching, huh, Chase? Proverbs 24:10, "If thou faints on a day of adversity, thou strength is small.

1:06:30 Hey y'all. What's the hold up? >> Waiting on the umpire. Apparently, he's got a blowout on the interstate. Imagine that huh? >> That may take a minute, huh? >> Well, I'm waiting for him to call me back with an update. So, >> hey, how are things going with the new position? It's not basketball, but still doing what I love. >> That's right. The volleyball team. See any potential out there? >> Surprisingly, yeah. We had a bad season last year, but a bunch of the girls are returning, including two captains. >> Bad season. And you're saying that's a good thing that they're returning? Am I missing something? Oh,

1:07:17 must be coach thief. The >> tire is rolling down the interstate. >> Hey, if you don't mind me asking, what was the reason you didn't take the basketball job? >> H, it wasn't offered. >> What do you mean? I was there. You had an interview. >> Like I said, it wasn't offered. Well, >> that's strange. Because the guy they selected seems like he's a step or two down from you. >> Who they select? >> Johnson. >> Johnson from West Side. >> Yeah. >> He hadn't had a winning season in like ever.

1:08:04 >> All right, guys. Listen up. When the game starts, we bat first. Here's the lineup. They have you batting eight. >> What >> the point of the lineup is to have your best hitters first so they get more chances to bat. That's dumb. >> Just got off the phone with umpire. Guess what? >> Can't make it. We may have to cancel the scrimmage, guys. >> Wait, why? Why can't we just call the game? >> Well, none of us is certified. Have you ever called a game before, coach? >> I used to unfire before. I still have my certification. Well, then let's play ball. >> Let's do it. >> Been a slow start for both teams in tonight's scrimmage. Hopefully, Chase

1:08:50 can shake things up as he takes the plate for the first time. >> All right, Chase. And I know you're not used to batting this late in the lineup, but you just have not impressed me, son. You have everybody else fooled, but not me. I'm the head coach of this all-star team for a reason. >> Hey, boy. I wasn't finished talking to you. Just like I tell all the guys, I want you to take the first pitch. He's got seven throws to make. Make him use every one of them. First pitch is always a ball anyways, you know.

1:09:37 >> And here's the pitch. All right, now we're ready. >> And the first pitch is a strike straight down the middle. Maybe Chase was looking at something different as he chose not to swing the bat. All right. >> All right. >> Chase quickly finds himself down in the count. >> Strike three. >> That was a ball.

1:10:22 >> Anything close, swing the bat, Chase. >> But that wasn't close. >> That was two strikes. Swing the bat. Seems to be some type of exchange between Chase and the umpire. >> But that was a ball. >> Don't leave it to the ref. >> But that wasn't >> two strikes, swing the bat. Don't leave it to the >> Whoa. Chase is not happy with that play call. >> Hey son, what's gotten into you? Don't make me embarrass you in front of these people. Now get that bat and go to the dugout. See, that's why I always said no to the All-Star League. They take the game of baseball and make it way too serious.

1:11:09 Let the focus be on the front of the sport. >> So, you think that's what's going on? >> Before he was the best player on the team. Now he's batting eight. His mind ain't ready for that. >> But was that ball really even a strike? Girl, mind your business and go to your room. >> Babe, was that ball a strike? >> Strike a knife. Fay, life isn't fair. Now that's her lesson. And the sooner he learned it, the better. You know, Allison told me that Johnson got the head coaching job. >> Johnson from Westside. >> She actually thought I turned it down before she found out about it. Strike or not, sometimes life isn't fair.

1:12:03 First of all, I want to thank you all for staying after services. The Lord has placed it upon my heart to go on the mission field. As you already know, Sister Clark has been traveling back and forth to Mexico in efforts to spread the gospel along with food and other supplies. It has been in my spirit for quite some time. And I believe now it is time. >> Good time for you, pastor, but the wrong time for us. >> There's a list in the back for anyone that would like to sign up and attend. >> What the list for in the back? >> For anyone that would like to attend. >> Go to Mexico. What we going to Mexico for? >> To preach the gospel. >> Well, we we could continue to spread the gospel here. We ain't got to go way to

1:12:48 Mexico. >> Hey, mission trip to Mexico. >> You can miss me with that one. Count me out, man. They got the cartel down there. I didn't see the shows. >> Okay. How y'all going to Mexico? >> We're going to fly. >> Huh? >> We're going to fly. >> Going to fly. Okay, baby. Well, I'm sorry. >> Are you getting up to sign the list, Sister Lily? >> Oh, no, sir. No, sir. I'm not going to say no this baby cuz I ain't going no Mexico with y'all. I'm going stay right here and I'mma preach the word here. >> Well, we do start here. I've been ministering. >> That's right. I know. Even though the word say go ye therefore into all of what you call it. But God want me here. >> Oh, we going to go check on this. >> Brother Benny, >> come on. We going to go look at it. Is it digital? Is it >> Brother Hollis? >> The pastor. >> I hear there are thousands of children

1:13:34 that are in need. I was hoping that you and Sister Faith would sign up. We surely could use the puppet ministry as a way to reach the children. So you all think about it. >> But think about it, pastor. >> Sister. >> Yes. >> Hey guys, we need y'all to come to the dining room for a second. So, in a couple of weeks, your mom and I will be traveling on a mission trip. Pastor spoke with us today, and he feels that being a part of this trip would be a blessing to the work God has called us

1:14:19 to do. >> Where are y'all going? >> Mexico. >> Mexico. Is it even safe there? >> Yes, it's safe there. Sister Clark has been a few times. >> Don't they speak a different language in Mexico? >> I'm sure they'll have translators. How long will we be gone? >> Two weeks. So, yes, we need to establish some ground rules. We believe Raven is old enough to hold down the fart, but we will have family checking in on y'all. So, no company while we're gone. >> What about the baseball tournament? Y'all be back in time for that, right? >> Unfortunately, Chase, we will still be out of town during the first tournament. I'm sorry, bud. So, Raven, you will have to take your brother to the tournament.

1:15:04 >> How did I get stuck with babysitting duties? >> Cuz you're the oldest >> and you're the only one that has a car. >> I got a car. I got a car. >> Y'all should have led with that. >> Hey, man. It's going to be okay. Just play your game. You going to be out of this before you know it. Welcome everybody to this year's first annual all-star baseball tournament hosted by Coach Mick and his all-star travel team.

1:15:50 Teams from all over have traveled here to participate in this baseball tournament. >> All right, guys. This is it. First tournament play. Time to show these people what we got. We'll continue to go with the same lineup. Everybody in. Win on three. One, two, three. Yes THERE'S That's another strike out for Mick Jr.

1:16:40 >> What an exciting game it's been, folks. Back and forth. >> I'm not trying to take that first pitch. I'm trying to hit the balls. >> You know what to do. Let's go. Here comes the pitch. >> Hey, what did I say about swinging that first pitch? Huh? >> Darn it. >> Error made by Chase, allowing two runs to score. >> Pull him. Huh? You heard I said pull him. You can't hit. You can't make a simple throw home. Get him off the

1:17:26 field. >> And put in who? >> Get Chase out the game. >> It's been a timeout called on the field. >> Have a seat, son. hero. >> He's my hero.

1:18:13 >> Five. >> Six. >> Got you. I got you. I got you. I got your legs. I let you go. I won't let you go. >> You want this? >> Mea It's hot. >> It is hot. >> Well, that's toast to a wonderful mission trip.

1:18:58 >> Yeah, that's good. >> That is real corny. That is real corny. >> But you tired. >> No, I'm actually excited, brother. That's what you get when you're serving the Lord. Takes you to a high level. Doesn't it feel different? Who would have thought helping these people, doing this good work, this just hits different? >> I can't tell if he's serious or joking. >> I can't either to be honest with you. I'm actually kind of nervous. Yo, the pastor telling me to talk to people and all that. I thought we were just going to hand out stuff. >> Welcome to the mission field, brother. Let the Lord use you. Look, >> I'll be in the sound booth. That's my ministry. We can't thank you enough for taking

1:19:44 this trip, taking the time to be with us. I know you have your own battles back at home, but we really do appreciate it. We supposed to bow. That's the custom in Mexico. Battle. But you know what? She has one thing right. We have our own battles back at home. Chase had his first game today. I don't know how he did. >> He'll be all right, FA. >> I don't know. I don't have a good feeling about it. >> What you feeling? >> Like like something's wrong. >> What was that?

1:20:30 >> Get your head in the game. >> Look, let's just put Chase back in the game. I don't think Chase knows that there is a gang. Sir, >> hey, what's wrong with Chase? >> I was about to ask you the same thing. Am I allowed to go talk to him? >> Oh, you know what? I'll be right back. Let me go check. Alex, >> seems to be a pitching change by Coach Mitch. And still no signs of chase after making an error a few innings back. >> Hey there, coach. >> This better be important. I'm trying to

1:21:15 win this game here. Just trying to see what's going on with Chase over there. >> You see what's going on with him? He's getting benched. That kid is not as good as everybody thinks he is. >> Well, he could just be in a slump. You ever think of that? >> And he's a lot better than that kid, I tell you. Yeah, but Rose's kid is a team player. >> Look at him. His head down. He's not engaged in what's happening. That's a sign of selfishness and arrogance. Two things I can't stand. I'm the head coach of this team for a reason. And since the time I pulled him, we've been coming back. So why don't you let me do my job? >> Well, you only have been scoring because they put in their relief pitcher. Everybody knows that. And Chase could ate his lunch. Steve, the conversation

1:22:02 needs to be about your son. Wondering if he's too soft to close out this game. This conversation about Chase is over. Step off my field. Don't you say a word to my players. Hey. Hey, son. I'm talking to you. Sitting there pounding is not going to get you back in this game. If we score a run, make a play, strike a batter out, I expect you to be excited about that. Unless you don't want to be here. >> I didn't make you out to be a crybaby. Those tears don't move me. >> Chase, let's go.

1:22:48 >> And who are you? >> I'm his ride. >> Chase leaves when the game is over. >> It is over the second you decided to pull him out the game. Get your stuff, Chase. We're leaving. >> Chase leaves now. He may not be able to come back. >> What's your problem? Huh? You got something against us? Because I'm looking at your team and my brother's running circles around him. Yet, he's the one sitting on the bench and he's the best hitter. >> Your brother is arrogant and selfish. This is a team sport and he needs to be taught that. >> That's a lie. There's not a selfish bone in his body. We were raised right. >> Obviously, respect for authority was the chapter that was skipped. Serious about what I said. If he leaves, he's done for good.

1:23:50 Good job. Good job. >> Oh. Oh. >> Come on, ladies. Take five. >> Going up, ladies. >> Hey, coach. I know why you're here. >> The answer is no. >> But just hear me out. >> Kind of like I did last year. We've been down this road before. >> Well, your son is so talented. And what happened last summer? >> What happened last summer was a grown man embarrassing my son to the point where he don't even want to watch

1:24:36 baseball anymore. He was bullied. I wasn't even there. Oh, >> you can't blame yourself for what happened. You were on a missions trip for God's sake. How admirable was that of you? >> Not enough to save my son. >> Speaking of which, how's my boy doing? How's Chase? >> He's found a new love. Basketball. >> Basketball. Now, do you think that's really going to be favorable for Chase? Huh? We both know that to play at that next level, there is a height requirement. Chase

1:25:22 will be fine. He's talented. And plus, like I said, baseball is a sore subject in our family right now. I understand. But if you let Chase walk away from the game, baseball will forever be a sore subject. reliving that moment anytime the words even mentioned. Years from now, watching his children's children play, the memory of quitting and the memory of humiliation will always hang over that little boy's head. >> You're doing the most. All this just to get my son on your baseball team. >> Well, Chase was on my ball team, which means he's

1:26:07 kind of like family, too. I'll tell you what. I'm going to sign Chase up for the team and it's up to you if you want to show up or not. Oh, and congratulations on turning this program around. The girls are really looking good. I can know coaching girls volleyball was your passion. H you learn something new every day, don't you? I hope to see you there, coach.

1:26:54 You got some games, son. You'll never stop your daddy. >> Just wait until I get taller and you get older. So tell me son, what's your favorite sport? >> Basketball. >> What about it that you like? >> It's fun. I like shooting threes, dunking. I really like dunking. >> Oh, >> well, you know, the ball actually have to go in for the dunk to count, right? >> It does go in, especially when I use both of my hands. >> What about baseball? The next Aaron Judge. Nah, basketball's way more fun.

1:27:43 >> Basketball may be more exciting. We both know that baseball is your best sport. >> It's not the same anymore. >> What do you mean? >> I can't explain it. I'm just not good at it anymore. the chase. You can do all things through Christ that strengthens you. Your confidence was stolen and all we have to do is take it back. You remember I used to pitch to you during the summers and I would have you stand and hold your ground in the batters box and every now and then I would throw you a curveball just to see if you would get rattled. That's because your curve balls don't curve.

1:28:29 >> And in life, sometimes we'll throw curve balls that don't curve with intentions to get us out of the way. Don't let them keep you from staying in the box. Let's show them that they're messing with the wrong future professional baseball player. And they'll go grab your stuff. It's time to take back what's been stolen from me. >> Wow, that was quite the pep talk. What's gotten into you? >> Cuz Steve camees by the gym today. Got me thinking. >> And what else are you thinking? You still want that coaching job?

1:29:16 >> I do, but my curve balls hit a little different than Chase's. We wrestle not against flesh and blood, >> but against spiritual wickedness in high places. >> The situation may be different, but the powers that be are the same. Let's pray. Dear heavenly father, we come to you today praying for our son that the spirit of fear be released from him that he will play with boldness and confidence and be 10 times better than before. >> And I pray for my husband that he will get the coaching job that he is called and meant to have. If coaching in this city is not the place for him, then show

1:30:02 him where he needs to be in Jesus name. In Jesus name. Amen. >> Amen. >> Now you know what happens next. What? >> Faith without works instead. >> It's time to get to the greatest. Destined to be great and pressing to be greater. Be a blessing to the haters. I'm working to BE THE GREATEST. GREATEST. YEAH. I'M WORKING TO BE THE GREATEST. GREATEST. YEAH. I'M WORKING TO BE THE GREATEST. Set up to make it from the start. To take it, you need heart, humbleness, obedience, and be willing to take some darts. Don't be out here faking your part. Living to the realest. When you get hurt in life, just pray and ask God to heal it. Can't tell

1:30:48 everything to the public. Some you got to conceal it. Everybody don't like to dream. Some trying to kill it, others trying to build it. So don't you dare lose hope. Ask God for forgiveness and fight your way up off the rope. Say it loud REAL PROUD WITH GOD. Ain't no stopping me. I'm going succeed and comply with the prophecy. Coming from the bottom, NOWHERE TO GO BUT THE TOP YOU SEE. Headed for altitudes higher than where choppers be. Not a six seed. The doc ain't in my pocket docking me. The word of God works if you read and apply it properly. Yes, I'm God's property. He will work through me powerfully. But I got to be confident even when they looking awkwardly. Blessing to be great and pressing to be greater. Be a blessing to the haters. I'm working to be the greatest. Greatest. Yeah. I'm working to be the

1:31:34 greatest. Great greatest. Yeah. I'm working to be the greatest. >> A new season, fellas. Last year was last year and this year is now. But the slogan is still the same. Get out there and do your very best. Have fun doing it most importantly. Come on, bring it on in. >> Tribe with me. TRIBE ON THREE. >> 1 2 3. >> HEY, it's Chase. My dad told me you're focusing on basketball. >> The truth is, baseball is my true sport, and I'm not going to let anybody strip that away from me. >> We have a late change to the starting lineup as Chase Stewart enters the game as the lead off batter in today's contest. Last season, Chase started off strong,

1:32:20 but ran into a bit of a struggle at the plate later on. I'm curious to see which version of Mr. Stewart comes here to play today. Wow. And it's a shot straight down third base line. Wow. >> That's a strike out for Alex. >> That's my boy. >> Another strike out for Mick Jr. Steve has given the umpire earful on that last play. >> Another big hit by the tribe.

1:33:13 >> Out back and forth. This game has been Somebody pinch me cuz this is deja vu from a year ago. Season opener. Chase at bat. 3-2 count with the bases loaded and two outs. Last year ended with Chase striking out at the plate. >> There's been a timeout called on the field. >> All right. Junior's trying to strike him out, but obviously that's not going to happen. >> No, we can't walk him. They'll bring in a home winning run. Want to see what we can do with a rise ball again like last year? No, he's too smart for that. >> I can strike him out, Dad. >> Oh, really? Like the last five times when he's been rocking the ball down our

1:33:58 throats? Shut up. I'm trying to think. >> Junior, I want you to hit him. >> Huh? >> I want you to hit that kid with the pitch and make it look like an accident. >> You want him to purposely hit Chase? >> That way they win by technicality. Chase doesn't beat us, we beat ourselves. You want him to purposely hit a 12-year-old child? >> I want you to shut your mouth because you sound like an echo in the room. >> Look, if you going to be sitting here hurting 12-year-old kids, I can't be a part of that. >> Oh, really? Remind me again how you finally got that loan for your startup business. We create value to ourselves by representing a winning culture. Sometimes in order to see that vision through, little things like this have to happen.

1:34:47 Junior, this is baseball. It's a part of the game. I want you to hit that kid. Say it slipped and we all go home. >> The play call has been made. It >> all boils down to this last pitch. >> Curious to see what Saints decide to do here. >> Chase has shown great maturity compared

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