Is there any better feeling in sports than hitting a walk-off home run to win a baseball or softball championship? Probably not. And that’s exactly what Conyers Plumbing pitcher Rhet Conyers did May 23, blasting one over the fence with a man on second base to lock up the Plant City Little League City Championship.
When you stepped up to the plate in the final inning, were you trying to go for the fences? Or, just to get on base?
No, I was trying to hit a line drive.
After the game, did you find the ball? And how did you celebrate?
I kept the ball; it’s at my house. My friend, J.B., his grandma bought pizza for everybody after the game.
How long have you been playing baseball?
For five or six years. I play catcher, pitcher and third base. Pitching is my favorite — you get to be in every play.
What do you for fun when you’re not playing baseball?
I also play Little League football, and I like to play with my friends in my neighborhood. I play for the Plant City Dolphins, on the Midgets team. I play guard, offensive tackle, and I sub in on the defensive line, sometimes. One time, I scored an extra point in a game — I ran a wedge.
Who are your favorite athletes?
Evan Longoria, because he hit four home runs in one game and plays third base, like me. And, Tim Tebow, because he’s a great quarterback and I like the Florida Gators.
What are your favorite teams?
I like the Rays, and Florida, Florida State and Auburn.
If you could play for any team, whether it’s in the pros or college, which would it be?
I would play for the Rays or Bucs, because they’re closest to home and also some of my favorite teams.
What’s your favorite food?
Cabbage soup. I like it because my mom makes it, and it’s very good.
What are your favorite movies?
I like “Real Steel.” And “Pacific Rim,” — that also has big robots.
Favorite books?
I like the “Secret of Droon.” It’s about a magical place that these kids find. It’s not just one book; there’s a whole series.
If you could have any superpower for one day, what would it be and what would you do?
Super speed, so that I could run the bases faster and cover ground in the field.