Cade started football practice in July after a rough season last year with the broken collarbone. He didn't go back scared or worried. He went back determined to play hard and win a starting position at center. He didn't start the season there but by the first official game - he had established himself the starting role. He has so far had a great two games of consistent snaps and even was awarded start of the game at the last game. Way to go Cade!!
Addy rejoined the Teal Tornados for the third year this year. After playing some club ball and Rec ball for several years she has conquered a consistent and hard overhand serve. There is always room for improvement and she has been satisfied but continues to perfect it. Last week she took a rough round at serve receive. She just couldn't get herself in the right position at the right time to make a clean pass to her teammates. After several bloopers I told her 'it's ok, take a deep breath'. She quickly fired back 'it's NOt ok'. She was right really and I couldn't have been prouder of her determination. She was fighting a nasty head cold and could have used that as an excuse but she dug deep.
I know I talk a lot about sports but sports aren't the most important things in life. Digging deep and not settling for less than what you know you are capable of is a life lesson that can be learned through sports. There are always two roads - the easy road and the hard road. Some days we just decide to take the easy road but for the best long term results the hard road is the right answer.
Another important lesson you can learn from team sports is that we aren't all made the same way. Some have more natural talent than others. Some are better at serving, hitting, tackling, throwing, etc. than others but it takes everyone working together to make a winning team. Except people for their strengths and weaknesses - this will help them to except you for your strengths and weaknesses.
Love you both!!
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