Connor has really enjoyed playing soccer this fall. As I've mentioned in a previous post, he played on a kindergarten team called the Lions through UpWard sports. Brandon graciously volunteered to coach the team, and they had a great season! They do not keep score at the kindergarten level, so we can't give you an exact record, but let's just say it was a learning year for this team. Here's Connor roaring to demonstrate what a true Lion he is:
Connor played with a great group of kids and had a great time learning a little about the game. Given his size, we figure he probably won't follow Daddy's footsteps as a football player, so we're happy that he has found another sport that he likes.
Connor won the "Most Improved" award at the closing banquet. He started the season spending a lot of time standing out on the field chewing on his jersey and getting really frustrated with himself for mistakes. He ended it being a fast runner and even getting a few good kicks in there. It was so much fun to watch him learn and grow as a player!! Thanks to the friends and family who came to watch a game...he enjoyed playing for an audience of cheering fans. :)
I also want to publicly express my gratitude to Brandon for coaching the team. Sometimes I encourage him to sign up for things that he isn't necessarily excited about (I PROMISE I said "he'll coach only if you're short"...guess we know how that turns out!)...especially when it's coaching a team for a sport that he's never played...but he always dives right in and does a wonderful job.
The kids LOVED their coach (one girl even came up and said "I love you, coach!" while hugging his leg at the last game), and Brandon's patience and dedication to helping make their experience a good one paid off. Most importantly, our son thought it was awesome to have his Daddy out on the field with him. Thanks, my dear!
Good season, team!
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