Brody and the Steelers {Football 2018}

Brody played his first season of little league football this fall.  Yes, it was tackle football.  We weren't sure how the season would play out for him since Brody is not an aggressive or even athletic kid.  He has tried baseball and soccer and didn't really love either one.  We knew football would be tough on him physically, but we wanted to give it a chance.  Practices were tough for him at first because they expect a lot of the kids, and it is still very hot this time of year.  He learned to work through the heat and exhaustion and also learned to be more aggressive as he learned to tackle his opponent.  He never gave up.  Brody was one of the youngest players on his team, but he was comparable in size to most players.  He learned to play on the defensive line usually near the center where he was paired against some bigger players on the opposition.  Surprisingly, Brody really enjoyed the challenge and wanted to play another year.  It may have helped that Brody was on a good team with good coaches who gave him plenty of playing time.  They were an undefeated team and won their final championship game.  It was such a fun season for him!

Brody was such a handsome Steeler. 

He takes the field. 

Going head to head against his larger opponent. 

Getting a pep talk from his coaches. 

Grayson liked watching big brother play. 

That's my boy!  Go #1!

Run, Brody, Run!

Big brother Evan helped him with his helmet and gave him some advice.   He had his own personal coach. 

He cheered from the sidelines when he wasn't on the field. 

You can keep up with Brody on the field by his red shoes and his #1 jersey.  He was also one of the smallest kids on his team this year.  

One of the only times Brody got knocked down.  He learned quick and was ready the next snap. 

Go get 'em, Brody! 

Our #1 is ready for another game.

Down...set...hike!

Winning 27 to 0 was the normal for this team. 

He was very proud of himself. 

He got to help with the coin toss this game. 

Getting a snack after the game was probably his favorite part. 

His sweet friend got to cheer for him this game. 

Go Steelers! 

Steelers versus Falcons.  Yep, the Steelers won. 

Brody was a fighter.  Not bad for my little Ferdinand the bull. 

I love watching him in action.  This sport really clicked for him. 

Go Steelers Defense!  We were ready for our championship game. 

Brody and his team took home the first place trophies. 

A solid victory at 24 to 0.  Evan's cheerleader was proud of him.  Her uniform even matched their team.  Our town's main team colors are black and gold.  All of our schools share the same colors and mascot.