Chapter 806 - V3 ch41 (VS Bayhill HS 1) (1/2)

As players, we had to leave the four of them behind and go find our field to start warmups. We weren't the first ones there, but we also weren't the last. The members of our team showed up in pairs or small groups, quickly filling up our designated dugout. For the first game, we were assigned to be the 'visitors' and got the dugout on the first base side.

I shivered as a big gust of wind came through.

”The ball is going to be flying today.” Coach stated, walking into the dugout. He looked around as everyone finished getting ready and tying their cleats. ”I hope you all did well on your finals, but also took the time to prepare for this weekend.”

”I'm ready, Coach!” Dave stood straight. ”I can start tonight!”

Coach chuckled. ”You can have tomorrow morning's game.”

Dave grinned, happy with what he heard.

”Hey! That's not fair.” Kyle bumped Dave over, trying to get Coach's attention. ”Why don't I start game two? I'm the better pitcher!”

Dave snorted and pushed him back.

Noah grinned at me. ”Looks like we're back to normal.”

”Garret, you have the start.” Coach ignored the twins and moved on to the game one starter. ”Ideally, I want to keep you under 50 pitches so you can be available for Sunday semifinals. If we get that far.” The dugout got quiet under Coach's look. ”I'm taking a risk here. If we want this to work out as planned, that means we need runs. Early run support and a strong relief.” He pointed at Bryce. ”You'll warmup alongside Garret. Before 50 pitches, we'll see where we're at in the game.”

Bryce nodded. ”Yes, sir.”

Coach sent us out to start the pregame warmups. Midway, Garret and Bryce left with both catchers, Mitchell and the freshman, Oscar. We practiced fielding and got some swings in before gathering in the dugout again. As it neared game time, Coach announced the lineup:

1 SS Noah

2 1B Sean

3 2B Jake

4 P Garret

5 CF Korrey

6 LF Jesse

7 RF Tanner

8 3B Jason

9 C Mitchell

Mitchell and Garret came back from the bullpen as Coach sent the remaining pitchers to the bullpen just in case things went sideways.

”Keep it light in the bullpen.” Coach instructed. ”Tomorrow is a doubleheader and we don't know what to expect just yet. I'm talking to you two.” Coach pointed at the twins. ”If you want to start tomorrow, you better not fool around.”

”Sure thing, Coach.” Dave nodded.

”Probably some light throwing.” Kyle shrugged.