Defining the Essential Question

1) What is most essential to winning a softball game?
2) essential: key factor/vital
     winning: defeating the opposing team
3)

• practicing long hours
• conditioning
• mental preparation
• studying of the game
• building a strong offense
• good coaching skills

4) My interview with Emily Almeida was my most important source because she explained to me my options were in the exploration of the different aspects of the sport. She brought to my attention that coaching is an excellent side to study because not all athletes get to see that side of their sport. She gave me advice based on her experience going through this project and ultimately helped me make my decision as to where I want to guide my studies.