The Vikings are loaded up and on the way to East Peoria for the Elite 8 State Finals for the 3rd straight year.
Coach Weaver introduces his Vikings at the Welcome BBQ banquet.
The Italian dinner after the Banquet BBQ sloppy joes. Ouch!
The Vikings arrive for batting practice.
Ellen, Kristin, and friends staying loose during batting practice. Also trying to stay out of the heat. Wow, it was hot!
Coach Graba and Coach Valacak hanging out at batting practice.
The RayRays pose for some pics.
Ellen working on little ball in batting practice. Even the big hitters must bunt if they want to be a Viking.
Coach Higgins hanging out in the dugout before the game.
Coach Harris delivers a few words in the pregame talk.
Coach Weaver puts the Vikings infield through their pregame warmup on the field. How Intense!
Two first year coaches meet before the game in the State Tournament! What an Honor.
Coach Weaver's message: Don't change anything. Trust your game!
Rachel getting the pitch selection from the dugout.
Katie E is the epitome of a Fremd Softball Player!
Katie E. back at the plate after breaking her thumb a month earlier. Good to have her back in the lineup.
Quite simply, El is the best hitter in Fremd history. The numbers prove it.
Jenny C. pinch runs for Stod. Welcome to the varsity, kid. Try not to get picked off!
Donna S. getting signs from Coach Weaver. Hey Donna, just get on base. What's the sign for that?
RayRay P. at the plate before she gets a hit against Ali Arnold. Great Job Ray.
Rachel P.'s base hit to left fires up the Viking fans. Arnold has only given up 2 runs all season. Can the Vikes scratch out a run.
Ray Ray steals second, and moves to 3rd on the throw. The Vikings trying to steal a run against the toughest pitcher in the State.
Coach Weaver addresses the team after the 1-0 loss to Normal. The reporters said, "noone had pushed them like that all year." Still Hurts!
Did someone order a boat load of T Shirts. Who gets the XXL?
The young kids get some unforgettable experiences. Can they get us back there? Time will tell.
The future of the pitching staff will have to lead the Vikes into the future. Seniors, your Coach will miss you. We cannot thank you enough for your dedication to the program, and your friendship.