Stories do not need to be dramatic. Small, specific details are best. Choose a prompt + respond in writing, voice memo, or video.
ACTION
HOW TO DO IT
Answer Prompt
"Playing softball at Central means…"
What's different?
Write one way the softball experience differs from others
Make a list
List 3 times when the lack of a facility affected you
Find photos
Pick team photos, practice photos, field photos, etc.
Record a memo
Explain the issue without planning what to say first
Ask other players
What do you wish people knew about being on the team?
Building a Story Bank
- The first time I realized our team was being treated differently was…
- Something people do not understand about playing softball at Central is…
- Before a practice or game, we have to…
- The hardest part of not having an equitable facility is…
- This affects our team because…
- A softball facility at Central would mean…
- I am proud to play for Central because…
- Equity would look like…
Build your story by using real moments and concrete details
For Example: Before we can practice, we have to ________. That takes about ________ minutes and affects us by ________.
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One Thing
Make a 15 or 30 scecond One Thing video. Examples: One thing people should know about LRCH softball is… One thing we want LRSD leadership to know is…
The Journey
Record short clips showing what it takes to get from Central to the field: Inadequate facilities*, where you have to leave your stuff, where the trip to the field starts, how long it takes, etc.
Photo Essay
Drop a sentence under each photo: Where do we keep our stuff? How do we get there? What obstacles do we encounter? What should change?
POV
POV videos that the girls’ team is expected to make this work, that the work to get to practice starts before you reach the field, that you have to leave to get to your facility, etc.
Interviews
Interview a teammate with a couple of Qs. Keep it short! What do you love about playing softball for Central? What is one obstacle the team should not have to face? Get creative.
Write it Down
Write your answer to the prompt: To me, playing softball at Central means… Make it specific to you, personal, and true. This one doesn’t have to be short!
*Important: Never record anyone changing, undressing, or adjusting clothing. Make sure locker room space is completely empty before filming. Do not enter or film inside a restroom, locker room, or other private area while anyone else is present.