"Alright, now that everyone has had their fill," Coach stood up in the center of the tables so all of us could hear him. "Let's talk about the upcoming game. Balboa High School is well known for their baseball program, winning their conference for the last two years. They've won both of their first two games like us, but have a higher run differential so we need the win."
"Don't hold me to 50 pitches, Coach." Kyle straightened up in his seat. "Let me take them on."
Coach studied Kyle's face for a long second before nodding. "Alright. You have the mound until I think it's unsuitable for you to go on. We still have a few pitchers in the bullpen at our disposal so don't think you have to get us through all seven innings."
Kyle nodded; not giving any attitude for once.
