The boys had their first soccer games today.  We got ready with their team jerseys this morning, and we were off to Connor/s game first.  Connor was excited about the game, but he was slightly clingy when we arrived.  He wanted to hang out with us at our chairs, but with just a little encouragement, he stayed with his team under the sportbrella instead.  Their game was played 4 on 4.  Connor was a little timid initially but he ran back and forth with the team on the field.  He was the friendliest player out there as he waved and smiled to us whenever he had an opportunity.  He made contact with the ball a few times and he had a couple kicks.  Their team scored one goal while the opponent did a few.  All the kids did well.  At the end they enjoyed some snacks for the team, and Connor, as always, remembered to get something for Logan too.

    After lunch and a short break at home, we went out for Logan’s game next.  The team had a short practice before the game started.  With this age league, they have a bigger field and they play 6 plus a goalie on each side.  Logan played mid field the first half, and he is a little bit more assertive this year.  He ran up to the ball a few times and had a few good kicks.  I captured one of them on a video.  The second half, Logan played defense.  He seemed more tired by then and did not try as hard.  Overall the game was quite exciting to watch.  All the kids played well, therefore, there were many close calls but no goals.  Finally toward the end of the game, two star players from Logan’s team made two beautiful goals.  The families on the sideline had fun cheering on.  Fortunately it was cooler today, otherwise the hour on the field would had been miserable.  After the game, the players enjoyed the team snack and Connor was pleased to receive a share too.  Having these two games was enough to tire us out for the day, but it was fun.