Jessica shows off her trophy in Miami. (Photo courtesy of Rodney Tudor)

By Michael Turton

Jessica Tudor, 8, of Garrison, won third place in the softball division for her age group at the Scotts Pitch, Hit & Run national finals in Miami on July 10. The competition took place as part of the MLB All-Star Game.

How long have you been playing baseball?
I started when I was 3 years old.

Are you better at pitching, hitting or running?
I liked hitting the best.

What is the secret of your success?
I saw my cousin TJ play baseball and I wanted to be as good as him.

What advice do you have for other players who want to compete?
Try your best and practice hard.

What did it feel like to play at Marlins Park?
I wasn’t scared. It felt good. I was very excited.

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Michael Turton has been a reporter with The Current since its founding, after working in the same capacity at the Putnam County News & Recorder. Turton spent 20 years as community relations supervisor for the Essex Region Conservation Authority in Ontario before his move in 1998 to Philipstown, where he handled similar duties at Glynwood Farm and The Hastings Center. The Cold Spring resident holds degrees in environmental studies from the University of Waterloo, in education from the University of Windsor and in communication arts from St. Clair College.