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Western Oregon senior Sara Tucholsky had never hit a home run in her career. Central Washington senior Mallory Holtman was already her school's career leader in them. But when a twist of fate and a torn knee ligament brought them face to face with each other and face to face with the end of their playing days, they combined on a home run trot that celebrated the collective human spirit far more than individual athletic achievement.Great story. Compare and contrast to the Nykesha Sales controversy, I mean, if you're so inclined.
Via Primate Keeper, who found it on some religious website but got me to watch it by pointing out it's an ESPN story.