The Columbia International University Rams softball team travelled to Guatemala with the ministry Athletes in Action for nine days on the diamond over the summer.
The Rams played seven games against the Guatemala national team to help them prepare for the Pan American Games, and also played two games against the junior national team.
Rams Head Coach Sara Allen reports that after each game the teams met at the pitcher’s circle to hear one of her players share a testimony as the Rams led in prayer.
“We also conducted three coach’s clinics for local coaches from the youth to the national level, concentrating on hitting, pitching and game strategy,” Allen said. “We were able to share why we play and coach with love and faith.”
Off the field the team travelled to a school in a Mayan Village outside of Guatemala City. It’s operated by Unum International, a Christian nonprofit that provides aid and relief in Guatemala. There the team enjoyed a half day of activities with the children of the school.
Allen says that over the nine days the team had many opportunities for building relationships and meaningful conversations.
“We had a great time and received an invitation to return again,” Allen noted.
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