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The Little School that Could: A Story of Sportsmanship, Perseverance and Success

admin | March 14, 2012
The Day School at Baltimore Hebrew: Bullfrogs Girls Basketball

The Day School at Baltimore Hebrew: Bullfrogs Girls Basketball

Like our mascot, the Bullfrogs—the athletic teams at The Day School at Baltimore Hebrew—are small but strong. Bullfrogs are known to be able to eat creatures that are rather large—birds and snakes for instance. Likewise, our Bullfrogs are able to beat teams of schools with many, many more players to choose from, even for their B team or second string. Our soccer and basketball teams have scored victories over many larger schools’ teams.

This winter, our boys’ team’s record is 9-0 and our girls’ is 5-2 so far. The teams are made up of students from ages 10 to 14, with the greatest number of players being in the sixth grade. Boys’ coach Eric Garfield gave this wrap-up:

“To this point in the season, the boys’ team has faced adversity several times and handled it well. The team’s record is still unblemished and the entire school family has provided tons of support. Led by a handful of future stars, the Bullfrogs have brought their game to a high level and learned plenty about the value of contributing to a team.

As a coach, I’m very proud of what the team has accomplished. Win or lose, the season has been a success due to the players’ effort and their families being ready to give, drive, arrange or contribute.”

The Day School at Baltimore Hebrew: Bullfrogs Boys Basketball

Parent Natalie Ozga, a team mom and organizer of spirit activities, has this to say: “When people think of a school for their athletic child, they do not often consider a small school. However, here my son was able to play middle school sports as a fourth grader. It made him a stronger player in his rec sports and travel teams. On the other hand, being a value-based school we do not cut anyone and everyone has a chance to play and improve. Therefore, we have a spot for everyone in our athletic program.”

What is most inspiring about the Bullfrogs is not just their winning seasons, but their attitudes. The derech eretz (exemplary behavior) and sportsmanship of the children is astounding. When a player from another team seems hurt, our players are the first to check up on them. Our boys’ team cheers on our girls’ team and vice versa, but always applauds for the good plays of the other teams as well. When a younger or less-seasoned player is in the game, all of their teammates give encouragement and praise. Most important of all, they put their hearts and souls into playing.

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