This Sunday, May 14, is Mother’s Day… and today is the last day to submit your Mother’s Day Tributes to celebrate your Mom (or that key mother figure in your life (be it a step-mom, grandmother, sister, teacher, coach, mentor or someone else)!
On that Sunday afternoon, Extra Inning Softball will release a special tribute addressed to Mothers/Mom figures wherever they may be.
This has become an annual tradition for us and we’ve been very moved by some of the beautiful tributes from previous years… you can read them by clicking on the links below:
- 2022 Mother’s Day Tributes
- 2021 Mother’s Day Tributes
- 2020 Mother’s Day Tributes
- 2019 Mother’s Day Tributes
- 2018 Mother’s Day Tributes
If you would like to honor YOUR mother or the person who’s been like a mom to you, follow the steps below:
- In a few sentences or 1-2 paragraphs, complete this sentence: My mother means so much to me because_____________________.
- Send your tribute to: bonnie.eads@extrainningsoftball no later than tonight — Thurs. May 11, 2023 by 11 pm EST/8 pm PST
- Include a photo of you and your mother/mom figure if possible (perhaps at the softball field?).
- In the subject line please include the following: Mother’s Day Tribute + your name, grad year (if applicable) & your Mom or mother figure’s name.
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To give you an idea of what others have written, here are some samples from current college players who previously sent in Mother’s Day tributes:
Thank you for the countless sacrifices you have made for our family. You taught me life lessons that I will never forget.
You are the rock of our family and I would not be the player and person I am today with out you. Everything you do for me never goes unnoticed. I love you!
Tiare Jennings to her mother, Maria
2020, OC Batbusters-Stith
San Pedro, Calif.
currently at Oklahoma
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On Mother’s Day (2018) I want to celebrate all the Mothers who raise their daughters to be strong, especially my Mom.
I was raised to not only be strong, but be strong as a woman. The reality that females are as strong as any man and can accomplish anything they work for in life was taught to me by watching my Mom.
There is hardly a day that goes by where I do not get a quote or text from her that inspires me every day, to be the best softball player, student, and person I can be.
Strength is just one of the hundreds of valuable lessons she has taught me over the years.
Thank you Mom for always leading by example in who I strive to be. I hope to use all you have taught me in life and someday be half the woman you are.
Sydney Supple to her mother, Heidi
2019, Beverly Bandits – Conroy
Oshkosh, Wisconsin
currently at Northwestern
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Since I was nine-years old and started softball my mom has supported me 100 percent.
From washing uniforms to serving as my cheerleader, team mom, team cook, water girl and bus driver, she does it all with a smile on her face.
She has put what’s important to her second, so I can live out this dream of playing softball.
Happy Mother’s Day (2018) to my #1 fan… I love you!
Brooke Blankenship to her mother, Kris
2021, Tampa Mustangs – Walford
Hudson, Florida
currently at South Carolina
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Happy Mother’s Day Mom!
My mom is awesome! My mom spends every second she is not taking care of others at the hospital, to plan her work schedule so she can come watch me play.
Last year on Mother’s Day, she couldn’t be with me and I was only able to send her this picture of me holding a flower for her after the tournament was over.
This year (2018) we will be together while I play in the Tarheel Classic.
She is a great mom, so supportive and she teaches me many lessons about hard work and sacrifice.
I’m so glad she can spend this Mother’s Day with me and I’ll know exactly where to find her in your favorite place on the bleachers!
Happy Mother’s Day! I love you!
Madison Inscoe to her mother, Karen
2022, Lady Dukes
Durham, North Carolina
currently at North Carolina State
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I would like to thank my mom for everything that she has sacrificed for me over the last 18 years.
From traveling all over the United States to buying anything and everything softball related. With everything going on in our world, she still finds a way to make every day special. I truly wouldn’t be who I am today without her.
She’s my rock and I’m thankful every day that she is my mom.
Bailey Dowling to her mother, Nicole
2020, Georgia Impact – Lewis
St. Joseph, Illinois
currently at Alabama
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My mom is important to me because she is always there for me.
She is the most caring person I know and she always finds a way to help people.
She makes me feel special because even after my bad games, she gets me food…
… GREAT food!
My mom also makes me feel confident all the time, no matter the situation.
Kassidy Krupit to her mother, Liz
2018, East Cobb Bullets – Schnute
Suwanee, Georgia
currently at UNC-Charlotte
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Not everyone can say their mom is also their coach—in this case I can. Both on and off the field, my mom has been by my side cheering me on nonstop. I cannot thank her enough for all of the long trips and money spent to get me where I am today.
Through all of the tough times, my mom has always stayed positive and has never let anything bring her down. That is one of the many things that I admire the most about her.
As I continue my journey as a young woman, I strive to be as strong and confident as my mom.
Happy Mother’s Day mom, I love you.
Ciara Briggs to her mother, Roseann
2019, So Cal Athletics – Richardson
Yorba Linda, California
currently at LSU
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My mom has been my #1 fan and catcher since the day I picked up a softball. I would not be the person or athlete I am today without her.
She drives hours just for me to get the instruction I need or will get on any plane ride to come watch me play.
My mom will still catch me every single day no matter how many bruises my drop ball may give her!
I could not be more appreciative of her support that she continues to give me every day. She is my best friend, my catcher and my #1 supporter in not just softball but in life!
Thank you, Mom, for everything you do. You continue to make me a better person every day! Have a great Mother’s Day you deserve it!
Megan Schumacher to her mother Audra
2019, Birmingham Thunderbolts 18 Premier
East Fishkill, New York
currently at Missouri
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