Air Horns and F-Bombs was written for—and to—Alexa. The process of writing it brought us closer than ever, and I hope you enjoy reading it just as much. The story of Sophie is still unfolding, and I’m looking forward to sharing that book when the time is right.

Rick Young didn’t set out to become a travel ball expert—he was just a dad trying to support his daughter. Like many parents, he entered the world of travel softball without a clue: no idea what the acronyms meant, how the teams worked, or what the weekends would turn into. Then came the call to help manage team logistics (not coach!), and suddenly he was knee-deep in brackets, rosters, and hotel bookings. What started as confusion turned into experience—and this book is here to shorten that learning curve for you. Whether you’re a rookie parent or just trying to make sense of the chaos, Rick’s straight-talk approach will help you survive and even enjoy the wild ride that is travel ball.