I originally traveled to Italy to visit family for Easter, not realizing the trip would completely reshape my softball journey. Before we left, my dad, Frank, spoke with Chris Vaccaro, Director of the Italian American Baseball Foundation, about the possibility of my practicing with a softball team while abroad. He reached out on our behalf, and thanks to his efforts, I was invited to train with Saronno Softball.
While staying with family in Como, I attended two practices with Saronno’s Inox Team. After the second practice, they invited me to sign with the club and suit up for their 19U team the following week. I didn’t hesitate for a second. Who would ever turn down the chance to play softball in Italy?
