Teddy R's Big Sticks

A Mariano Rivera in Sheep's Clothing

Taking a commanding 12-1 lead into the bottom of the 4th, it appeared Teddy R's Big Sticks were well on their way to a solid victory during the second game of the day. Tom Souhlas, rookie starting pitcher Teddy R's Big Sticks, appeared to have everything in control...little did we know the wheels would begin to fall off for him in the 4th. Maybe it was his nerves, the pressure of moment, or perhaps the HOT sun beginning to bake the bone dry infield...it wasn't looking pretty for his team at this point. In steps Melvin Lathara, an unseasoned relief pitcher, full of confidence yet short of experience on the mound. A few warm up pitches is all Melvin needed to get into his groove and shut down the Flock of Softballs rally for the inning. Although they eventually lost the game in the bottom of the 7th, Melvin kept the game close with his outstanding pitching. Mariano Rivera and the Yankees would have been proud of the fine effort put forth by this born-to-be reliever!