Injuries the Same

Injuries the Same

McKenzie Shirley

July 17, 2013

           

            The story of the Western Oregon softball player, Sara Tucholsky is very relatable to me. In this video, Game Winning Homerun Turns Tragic - Inspiring Display of Sportsmanship - Inspirational Video, a girl’s life was altered. First, when Tucholsky hit the homerun, she tore her ACL, or Anterior Cruciate Ligament, in her knee. In the moment, Central Washington showed great sportsmanship. When Central Washington carried Tucholsky, they ended up losing the conference game. I relate to Tucholsky because last season, I made a play that ended my freshman career. Diving for a ball, and ended up breaking bones and tearing ligaments in my shoulder. This injury ended my season.

            First, Tucholsky hit her first homerun of her softball career. In the excitement of the hit, she managed to miss first base. Instantly, she turned to go back, when she did this, she tore her ACL in her right knee: leaving her unable to complete the bases. If she did not complete the bases, she would not receive the homerun. Hitting a homerun is every softball players dream.

            Second, the opposing team showed great sportsmanship in this situation. Tucholsky’s team could not touch her at all; if they did, she would not receive the homerun. Central Washington did the unthinkable; they carried her to every base to complete the homerun. Most teams would never do such a thing as helping Tucholsky. They did by their own choice.

            Then, Central Washington carried Tucholsky around the bases to complete her three-run-homerun; costing the big conference game. The winner of the game would go to the championship game. They did a great deed and ended up losing, but they did not regret their decision to help a fellow player. This was a big loss for them. It was also a great gain.

            The story of Sara Tucholsky injury is easy to relate to; first, she hit a homerun that ended her career. Second, Central Washington showed great sportsmanship. Last, Central Washington ended up losing the big conference game. This is very touching. It is also relatable.