Houston softball drawing inspiration from a pair of Olivias
Ali McConnell (center) and fellow Houston teammates gear up for batting practice on April 3, 2019, at Grace Evangelical Church with the team's furry mascot sitting in the dugout. The Houston High softball team has dedicated their season to a cancer patient at St. Jude named Olivia and keeps a stuffed animal to remind them of who they're playing for. (Jim Weber/Daily Memphian)
A stuffed toy is helping Houston's softball team bond – while reminding it of the bigger picture.
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High School Softball Houston High St. Jude Children's Research HospitalJohn Varlas
John Varlas is a lifelong Memphian who has covered high school sports in various capacities for over 20 years.
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