James Street left a deep impression on scorekeeper

I just want to let you know how moving Stephen Dorman's article was for me ("Street left an unforgettable legacy at Conejo Valley Little League," T.O. Acorn, July 19).

I was the scorekeeper that day. It was truly an amazing feat. Luckily for me, I did get to briefly meet James Street.

In looking back, it was a very poignant moment. When I left the press box at the end of the game, I saw James crying because they had lost the championship.

I approached him and put my hand on his shoulder to console him. I told him that he had played a great game and had nothing to be ashamed of. I told him, "You did the best you could do, and that's all anybody could ask of you." He nodded and said thanks.

In my parting words, I told him to continue to work hard and that he had a future in baseball.

At his funeral, as his casket was laid to rest, I thought of that moment I touched his shoulder.

I will forever remember James Street, and by doing so, his spirit will live on.
Gregg Amodei
Thousand Oaks

James Street, a 13-year-old extraordinary baseball player, died after hitting his head in a skateboarding accident on July 4.