[VeritatisSplendor]

It must be a principle of the universe: never give up, no matter what.

Well, if you are attempting something impossible and experience leads you to the conclusion that it is impossible, giving up is certainly appropriate. But it is never appropriate in professional sports, nor is it appropriate in life in situations where giving up involves giving in to evil.

[Nitro]

this team has given life to the fantasies of virtually every little leaguer

Not too many Little Leaguers still awake at 12:45 PM!!