It’s hard to believe that it was 20 years ago that Monroe coach Vince Rossi first pitched the idea of an All-Star Game for the best senior softball players in Monroe County Region to the Evening News sports staff.
From Shelley Looney and Dawn Forter to Jessica Irwin and Ashley Gilson, the game has produced many memorable moments.
I love the relaxed atmosphere of the game. Girls who have competed hard against each other all season create lasting friendships in just a few hours.
I’m always covering the softball game, so I’ve never seen The Evening News Baseball All-Star Game (which started 10 years later), but I am sure it is the same way for the baseball players.
Saturday night the stars take the field again with the baseball game at 5 p.m. at Airport and the softball game at 6 p.m. at Monroe. I can’t wait.