Hey everyone, Avery here! Today was a typical day in my life - juggling softball practice and schoolwork. It's not always easy balancing the two, but I make it work.
I woke up early this morning to get ready for school. After grabbing a quick breakfast, I headed out the door and walked over to the bus stop. The ride to school was uneventful, as usual. Once I arrived at school, it was time to focus on my classes.
Math class is always a struggle for me. Numbers just don't click in my brain like they do for some of my classmates. But I try my best and ask for help when I need it. English class is more up my alley - reading and writing have always been strengths of mine.
During lunchtime, I sat with my friends at our usual table in the cafeteria. We chatted about random things while eating our sandwiches and chips. It's nice to have that break in the middle of the day before heading back to classes.
After school ended, it was time for softball practice. Softball has been a huge part of my life ever since I can remember. The feeling of stepping onto that field with all eyes on you is exhilarating yet nerve-wracking at times.
Practice today focused on improving our batting skills - something that has been lacking lately for me personally. Coach gave us some tips on technique and we spent hours hitting balls into the outfield until sunset approached.
By the time practice ended, all I wanted to do was crash onto bed from exhaustion mixed with frustration over missing so many swings during drills ,but then thought "Tomorrow will be another chance".
Overall,it's days like these where i realize how important balance between sports & academics truly are.It takes discipline,time management,but most importantly passion which fuels drive within oneself.So bring on tomorrow,I'm ready!