Soccer in Pictures

There are no pictures of Evan because the defense did not touch the ball at tonight’s game. The JV team played the second half. We won 6-0. I am so very thankful for the teacher that takes these shots. 

Tuesday night is a big game for us. Both teams are undefeated in district play.

Happy Easter

Happy Easter! The Easter Bunny made his way to our house last night. 

It was so nice to have Easter service in person this year. It sure beats church on the couch in pajamas. Neither boy had much to wear to church today after our spring quarantine last year, so I picked up a couple of shirts for the boys yesterday. Then, as it was time to leave, we realized neither boy had pants that truly fit. We made do; they were only mildly uncomfortable. 

I cooked most of yesterday, so we could have our traditional Easter lunch today with minimal fuss. Now that we have eaten and perused the baskets, it’s an afternoon of rest.

He is risen. He is risen indeed.

The Game in Pics

Wednesday night’s make-up game was a win! We had a final score of 3-0, but we had 10-12 shots that were just wide or just slightly above the crossbar. The score doesn’t indicate we had a strong offensive push, but we did. We dominated. 

(I cleaned out Evan’s soccer bag on Saturday. I found these shoes wrapped in tape. He told me they were his practice cleats, but I see in this picture he’s wearing the shoes that are ripped and taped back together in a game. A.GAME. I guess he plans to wear them until they disinigrate.)

Evan had a tremendous save in the box when the goalie came out too far and got caught too high. He saved the goal with his leg.

Keagan had a corner kick that fell right in front of Evan. Evan attempted a header; our photographer captured it here. However, the ball fell slightly wide. 

Tuesday night we are on the road. These games are the highlights of my week. I’m soaking it all up as much as I can. 

District Win #2

Tonight was our district win #2. We won with 25 minutes left to play due to the mercy rule score of 9-0. 

Evan had the final assist that ended the game, and his defensive line had a shut out. Here’s a video I found from Friday night’s game of his clearing a ball from a corner throw-in.  

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=RbDCIllRbw4&feature=youtu.be

Keagan had two assists and the eighth goal. Here’s his first assist. 

It started raining, and it was all I could do to keep my umbrella up, much less record anything. If we can keep the rain at bay, we play again tomorrow. My two boys participated in four of tonight’s goals. That’s basically half. Half of the team’s goals. 

These are the best days!

Thunder and Lightning Strike

We played our first high school district game tonight. We won 8-1.

We were able to string together a starting line up that made sense, and we picked up a couple of lower classmen that were instrumental in the defense.  Is there anything better than watching my boys play together again? Yes! Yes, there is! 

And it was this play. The best play I’ve ever seen! 

Keagan served up a perfect ball from the corner to the box, and Evan scored! The center back scored! This play made my night. The smile on Evan’s face after scoring is priceless. The girls were there to see it as well!

Keagan finished the night with three assists and a goal scored on a PK. His first assist was played to Kenyon within two minutes of the start of the game. Here’s the celebration.

And the PK.

Oh, please let there be more of this! 

Game Time

Finally! After two rainouts this week, the high school team was able to play today on a turf field. I have been anticipating this for so long, and after last year’s abrupt end to the season, I am so excited to finally watch both boys on the field together. Thunder and Lightening are back together. Keagan plays CDM and Evan plays CB. 

Someone today asked which two were the brothers. I pointed them out, and she said, “Oh, I get it now. One looks like the mom and one looks like the dad.” But sometimes their mannerisms and the sound of their voices are very similar. Case in point. Both are dishing out advice to the ref just making sure he didn’t miss anything. 

But today was not our day. It was our first chance to play together, and it showed. We lost both games pretty badly. I hope we can put something together before next week’s district game. 

The highlight was catching up with our travel team friends. 

Let’s hope the boys can string something together, the coach can create a new lineup, or the parents can drum up a miracle in the next two days. We need something to happen before our next game. 

Academic Achievement

Tonight was the CMC Education Foundation’s virtual academic award ceremony. Students within the school district that maintained an average of 93% or higher throughout high school were honored. 

Evan pulled out his certificate from his backpack and threw his honors cord on the counter. This is not how I planned to celebrate academic excellence, but such are the times. I found the video slideshow only after a friend sent me a link. I assure you Evan didn’t think twice about it and could not care less about missing out on an opportunity to wear something other than a hoodie. I’m the only one wishing the event was live. 😂

Congratulations, Evan! We are so proud of you and your accomplishments.