By: Nathan Keil | Sports Writer
The destruction and devastation caused by torrential rainfall and flooding in Baton Rouge, La., and the surrounding area in August struck a chord for Baylor University’s softball and baseball teams. The flooding began on Aug. 11 and continued as the rain persisted for roughly the next 10 days. Louisiana Gov. Bel Edwards declared a state of emergency shortly after the flooding began.
Both teams recognized the need, and with the help of a few personal friends and resources, able to get involved with the relief effort. On Friday night, the buses were packed with the nearly $25,000 worth of cash gifts that had been raised over a two-week period and supplies to bring to the Baton Rouge distribution centers.