Observer Team Spotlight

Julia Dodge
Age: 8 years old
Grade: Second-grader at Freedom Elementary
Position: Shortstop
How long have you been playing softball?
This is my first year.

What made you decide to start playing?
My mom played all through college.

What do you enjoy the most about softball?
Hitting. It’s fun.

If you could describe The Observer team in one word, what would it be?
Hard-working

Derek Marino
Age: 11 years old
Grade: Fifth-grader at Freedom Elementary
Position: Second base

How long have you been playing baseball?
Since I was 8 or 9

What made you decide to start playing?
It looked fun.

What do you enjoy the most about baseball?
It’s active.

What was your reaction when you learned you were on The Observer team?
I thought I would get to be in the newspaper, which is fun.

If you could describe The Observer team in one word, what would it be? Awesome
Do you have a favorite team?

The Philadelphia Phillies, because my dad is from New Jersey.