Michael Madrigal’s talent, attitude make him valuable player on softball team

Michael Madrigal is a standout softball player.

Michael Madrigal was honored for his play on the softball diamond.

Coach Jim Callahan said Madrigal has a great attitude. “He has a willingness to do anything for the team and play any position. He has a super attitude.”

The coach praised Madrigal’s defense. In a tournament two weeks ago, he turned 4-5 double plays.

“He’s a real student of the game,” Callahan said. “He really gets it.”

In other Special Olympics news, the local soccer tournament is slated for Oct. 29 at Girsh Park and the Tennis Classic is on Nov. 3 at Santa Barbara Tennis Club.