Hanging Up The Cleats....

Having communicated with you behind the scenes over the past few years it is certain that you have a lot to be proud of. And even more certain is that you are a GREAT dad!

 

You done good pops.  You done real good. 

Go Eaters!  Your son's getting a degree from a great school, so that's a win-win.  Taking our 2017 on a (non-baseball) visit there in a couple weeks.

bsbl247,

There is nothing quite like grandkids!  Especially when they pick up the bat and swing lefty, tell Gramps to do the "wind up and the pitch," then watch the "high fly ball" followed by get dirty (sliding!.)

I am not sure which I admire more about your son.  You don't pitch at UCI unless you are a top talent.  He showed that. But, more than that is the way he battled.  I would have to believe that your son is unbelievably well prepared for everything coming in the future by the way he performed and battled to get here.

Congratulations on a great job Dad.  Got to believe the courage and success  of your son is a true reflection of the Mom and Dad who got him here!

if you are going to be in the Grand kid biz tell him to marry a volleyball player especially the spikers!  That's what I keep telling mine!

Can't say it any better than others and yourself. Awesome pic.  Beautiful family.  Best wishes toward the next chapter!

I've been rooting for KD and think he has certainly succeeded and will continue to do so.

First, I forgot about golfballs son, congratulations, what a ride!!!! I know that this is his second trip, but this one he will always remember.

 

bsbl247,

I am sorry to hear about your son, but I think that he made a very wise decision.  The reason is, that this same thing happened to DK quite a few months ago (needed to stop throwing for about 4-6 months).  Although he hasn't officially retired, for the past 6 months he has survived not playing the game.  Its all good, and will be again leaving to begin a new adventure (as we call it).

 

It does take a lot of courage to give up your passion, but if your son is as passionate as mine is about the game, he might decide to find a way to be involved.

 

Best of luck, tell mom that I get it, and not to worry, everything will be fine!

bsbl247,

 

Well it has been a fun ride, you should be extremely proud of your son, and best of luck to him in his future endeavors, of course he will do well whatever he chooses. 

 

Forget the grand kid stuff, way to soon for that! Go hang out at the local little league like I am going to do. District playoff's start on Saturday!

 

http://www.littleleague.org/tournamentresources.htm

 

 

 

bsbl247, 

 

I am sorry to hear KD had a re-injury to his UCL. Over the years we have communicated through many PM's, shared countless ups and downs of our son's during their four year college careers, along with all of the great memories. Nothing will beat all the time we spent with our son's watching and enjoying them playing baseball. Although we have never met in person, I consider you a true friend.  

 

I wish KD luck as he finishes up his college academics and joins us all in the workforce. It's not the end, but the start of something new. Keep in touch my friend.

I really hate when injuries force a player to stop playing the game they love.  You seem to be taking it well as you should.  My own son made a similar choice last week.  The most important thing is getting that college degree.  Once he has that paper it opens up so many options for him.  The lessons he learned on the field and off thru the good times and the struggles will help him progress in life.  Good luck to your family.

bsbl247 - first of all, take a look at the picture you posted in this thread.  It is gold.  A beautiful family that is priceless to behold.

 

My heart grieves for you in the baseball sense however.  You are one of our finest members.  Always there to notice and appreciate one of our kids.  You are what we are all about here at the hsbbweb.  Your son has been endowed with character.  That may not be enough to sooth the pain now, but in time you will realize how things happen for a reason.  Don't downplay the grandchild thing.  It is a chance for a do-over in all this.  Mine is now eight years old and he is one hell of a baseball player.  The thing is, I am much more relaxed now.  All these blessing are for you to come whether you have granddaughter's or grandson's.  All the best to Kyle and your family in the future.

From someone at the very beginning of this journey, I want you to know it's been a privilege reading your posts.  Best wishes to your son and family.

Sorry to hear the news of KD hanging them up bsbl247, I am sure it was not an easy decision.  Thanks for sharing his story of perseverance and overcoming the most difficult of times.  Wish him, you and the family only the best moving forward.

CD, I can't tell you how sorry I am to hear the sad news. I wish all the best to you, KD & your family. I also would like to say thank you for all the encouragement that you have given me over the years. Glad that we had the chance to meet at PO jr first collegiate game. You followed my son and became one of his biggest hsbaseballweb supporters, and for that I will always be grateful. It is because of guys like you that makes this site special. You are truly one of the nice guys! Please keep in touch!

 

Have sat here nodding affirmatively with every post. Thanks in no small part to your wonderful guidance, it's been a tremendous journey, so far...and it's FAR from over...just a bit different.

 

All the very best to you and yours!

Prepster is right, his journey is just beginning. No grieving,  no sadness a new chapter for everyone.
There is life after baseball!

bsbal247,

 

First, a tip of the cap to your son for hanging in there for four years with his previous injuries. That is a young man who doesn't know what quit means.  Many of us know what it is like to deal with injuries in college baseball and your son went through it twice.

 

No doubt he will be successful in life after experiencing what he did in college.

 

Best of luck going forward.

 

PS...Also a tip of the cap to golfball's son and UVA.  He had a great CWS Final.  I thought UVA had no chance getting into the ACC conference championship...never mind a CWS championship.  In fact, I lost a bet back on UVA back in the regionals and now I have to eat meatloaf.  I hate meatloaf.  

I'm very happy to see such positivity in a trying time. It will pay dividends down the line, and what a ride! Best wishes to all going forward in life.

Ditto to the posts already written. Having met younand talked with you over the years you as CD said are a quality guy in so many many aspects.

Your son is tenacious to repeatedly come back from injury. Having been through it once was hard enough.
Your son will have a great degree from top school.
As TPM said there is life after baseball although mine said he would never do it he plays softball three nights a week lol. Loves it
The things they learn in baseball are so important onto the next step.

Our boys got to play at a level most dnt get a chance to.
Best of luck to your son and your family. Tipping our caps to a job well done.

Thank you very much for the support and posts on this thread, it truly means a lot to me. I am sincerely looking forward to what lies ahead in my son's future.  As I said to BOF via PM earlier, the only disappointment is that KD isn't going out on his terms.  I would've love to see him have at least one Injury Free season, just to see what could've been.  But that's life....and I'm sure it's just part of the character building for my son.

Lastly, I can't tell you how incredibly blessed I've been to have shared this Roller Coaster ride and to have heard many of your stories on the HSBaseballWeb.  Whether you live on the west coast, the east coast, or in between, there are some special people on this site and it's an honor to call you friends. 

 

Take Care,

Craig

Bsbl24/7.

Sorry to hear about your son hanging up the cleats. I know it must be hard to take. I wish him and your family well.

Golfball

 

 

First, I hope that your son heals without any other problems.  Secondly, congratulations on having been such great parents.  It seems that you have supported your son and allowed him the ability to follow his dreams.  I told my daughter last night again that while she will miss playing, she is starting a new chapter of her life and that chapter is full of mystery and opportunity.  Enjoy it every bit as much as playing a game and life will be good.