Pitcher Jacob Thompsen and catcher Owen Best spent a good chunk of their Tuesday morning swapping memories via computer. Such is the life of high school seniors in the age of the coronavirus.
“We sent videos back and forth and talked about last season,” Thompsen said.
Ah, yes, last season. Thompsen’s Regis Jesuit Raiders won the Class 5A state championship, beating Cherry Creek 8-3 in the title game.
The Raiders — armed with a strong pitching staff and six seniors who’ve committed to Division I college baseball programs — were heavy favorites to repeat. Until the pandemic benched their dreams.