The Longhorns’ pitcher threw the First ball, and Juan took a mighty swing. "Strike one” shouted the umpire, and it Felt as it the entire stadium sighed in unison. We watched as Juan began to square himself into position again. The next ball sailed low and to the left. Juan held back. “Ball!” shouted the umpire. I felt myself let out the breath I had been holding back. The Longhorn pitcher threw two more balls that were out of Juan's reach. Thankfully, he didn't bother to swing.