The End of Another Soccer Season

While we weren't totally thrilled with this soccer experience, we were impressed with how Evan's skills continue to improve and how well he and his team played together.  The field locations did not always allow for the best pictures of the action, and the whole set up of the league was a bit disappointing.  Mostly, we feel that this league is just too big and only cares about making money.  They do not seem to give you your money's worth at all.  No individual team jerseys for one thing.  Just either a blue league jersey or a white t-shirt to wear depending on whether you are designated home or away.  We were also disappointed that the rules they follow for U-8 seemed a little under the age level with no goalies, no score keeping, and no referees.  Our kids played well and did actually seem to win all but one or two of their games if scores were kept.  One game was likely a tie, and the last game of the season was their worst game as none of them seemed to be playing their best.  All in all, Evan made great progress in the sport, and we just hope we can find a better league for him to play in next year.

This threesome made a great offensive team.

My determined soccer player

Going after the ball.

Fighting for the ball.

Evan's cheering squad on the sidelines with Mommy and grandparents.

Ready to play.

This little guy enjoyed playing outside during big brother's games.  Hide-n-seek was a favorite.

Or just pretending he was an airplane or bird.

Evan going head-to-head against his opponent.

Showing his medal for a great soccer season.