The original plan was a drag bunt. But as the ball flew forward, Shawn Andaya-Pulliam changed her mind. In a split-second, the Lodi High School softball legend pulled back her bat, got her feet ready and swung.
She knocked it out of the park.
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Julie Edsell posted at 8:29 am on Fri, Jun 29, 2012.
Always admired what a great player Shawn was in high school. Never knew her whole story. She is an inspiration and that ist awesome that she is dedicating her life to helping others. She is obviously beautiful inside and out. Congrats Shawn!!