Featured Athletes /// Linn Soſt ball Team
A Back-To -Back Softball S ory Story By: Abbie Kemna Photography By: Chris Minnix
This accomplishment of going back-to-back is not just a story of athletic success but a testament to teamwork, dedication, and community support. When coach Ryan Rost took the reins, he knew that his players were capable of excellence because they were part of a communi- pride and admiration for his team. "The girls sat down at the be- ginning of the season and listed their team goals. Going back was
of the season and list ed their team goals. Going back was at the top of the list .”
"T e girls sat down at the beginning g
at the top of the list," he said. "They knew the hard work and de- termination it was going to take during the entire season to make that happen with our tough schedule. They stayed focused and kept improving as the season went on and accomplished their goal." The Wildcats are no strangers to setting high goals and commit-
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mentum to charge into the challenging season ahead. Junior pitcher and her teammates to reach this point. "Not many teams get to make it two years in a row. We were all just so thankful to have this oppor- can be attributed to their collective work ethic and commitment. "We are all close, and that relationship translates to how we play school home run. It was even more special because my dad, who had a stroke just the day before, was there to see it." For her, this win symbolized resilience—a moment of victory amid the challenges. The team acknowledges that this incredible season wouldn’t have been possible without the support they received from their town. Linn’s community rallied behind them with overwhelming positivity, The fans traveled to games, lined the streets with signs, donated meals, and gathered to watch online. "We had the biggest crowd, even if it was two hours away from home,” shared sophomore cen- rolled down their car windows, honking and cheering as we passed
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