The Game by Bill King

The Game

“Concentrate! Don’t Be Nervous!” screamed Coach Koch.

At the same time Parker’s heart was pumping fast. This was the 2013 World Series, and his team was down by one run. The bases were loaded, and there were two outs. His hands were sweaty, and he wiped them nervously on his shirt. He was getting ready for the pitch. The crowd was screaming out of their minds. It was the loudest cheer Parker had ever heard. But it wasn’t the only screaming Parker heard.

“Keep your eyes on the ball!” shouted Coach Koch.

Parker took a huge deep breath as the ball rushed out of the pitcher’s hand. He closed his eyes, and swung with all of his muscles. But sadly he missed.

“Strike one!” yelled the umpire.

Now Parker’s hands began to shake.

“Come on Parker! Get your mind into the game!” screamed Coach Koch.

“I’m trying,” whispered Parker.

Before he noticed, the ball was on the way. He swung the bat and missed again.

“Strike two!” yelled the umpire.

Now Coach Koch was irate and screamed, “What’s wrong with you! Can’t even hit it!”

Parker wiped the sweat off his forehead. His whole body was shaking. Parker got ready.

“Strike three!” yelled the umpire as the ball slammed into the catcher’s mitt.

“Good game,” said Parker

“Seriously!” shouted Coach Koch

Parker chucked the controller against the wall and shouted, “Dad! That’s what happens when you stand behind me and shout while I’m playing MLB 2K13!”

“Oh, sorry. Lets go get some ice cream.”