Soccer Trophies

The Soccer Season came to an end on May 26th for the kids. Kaleb and Karmindy both had such a great time playing this season and it was fun to see them both improve over the course of the past few months. They have both grown a lot, especially Kaleb. Kaleb has gotten a lot more aggressive and has become quite a quick runner. They both did such a great job and were thrilled when the last game of the season came around and they were able to get their participation trophies. They both took such a great pride when they received them and couldn't wait to get them home so they could display them on their shelves in their rooms.

Go Little Cheetos!! (Spring Soccer)

When Kaleb voiced an interest in playing spring soccer again, Karmindy also expressed an interest in playing. She has got to keep up with her big brother after all!! This year Karmindy's Team got the honor of wearing the bright orange jersey's and so they were crowned the title of, "The Cheeto's!" Their jerseys are so bright it is pretty blinding! One thing for sure is that you can't miss seeing them out on the field!!

The first game of the season was a little rough for Karmindy and I think she got a little overwhelmed at first, so she ended up laying down in the middle of the field and sulked. As each week goes by though, she has gotten a little more excited about the whole idea of soccer. Even though she isn't as aggressive as the majority of the kids on her team she does like being out on the field running around....not necessarily after the ball but she loves to run around. It has been really fun for our family to spend our Saturday mornings or afternoon's watching the kids play soccer. The kids love to be involved and also love going out to eat after wards for dinner as a family to celebrate. I love making memories with the kids!

 Karmindy kicking the soccer ball!

Karmindy chasing after the soccer ball!! Go #5!

Go Blue Cougars! (Spring Soccer)

Kaleb decided that he wanted to play Spring Soccer again this year, so we signed  him up through the 

JL Sorenson Rec Center. We signed him up with his friend Cadence, whom he played with on a team together last year. He was so excited to hang out with her!! Kaleb's team this year is combined of 1st and 2nd graders, so he is one of the smaller ones on the team but is quite fast!! 

After watching Kaleb at the first few practices and games, we have see a great improvement in him from playing last year. Kaleb is more aggressive this year and has a great running stride which allows him to get to the ball before many of the other kids his age.

Kaleb and Cadence

Kaleb playing the goalie during one of his soccer games!

Kaleb playing goalie during one of his practices! He looks ready for that ball!

Kaleb has really enjoyed having the opportunity during the games and practices to play the position of Goalie. He looks so cute in the Goalie Jersey and Mitts! Kaleb has really enjoyed playing this year and it has been so fun for Mark and I to see how much he has improved from last year!

The Grass Kickers

Kaleb finished his last week of Spring Soccer this week. He had a Game on Thursday and a Game today (6/11). His team (The Grass Kickers) had a great season. Even though we weren't supposed to keep score his cute little team remained undefeated through out the whole season. The team was made up of three boys and the rest were girls. Kaleb really enjoyed himself and had a great time learning the fundamentals of the sport. Even though they only played 4 out of the 8 games due to rained out games, he has improved by leaps and bounds. The last two games he was like a whole different player! My parents were able to come up for the weekend and I am sure this helped him to "show off" his soccer skills. He seemed more confident that he has been all season just by having his grandparents there. 

Throughout the Season, Kaleb's coach would award each of the players with soccer patches to iron onto their jersey's. The kids earned them by scoring goals, being aggressive and having good sportsmanship. Kaleb was thrilled to earn 4 patches and has treasured them. I am looking forward to ironing them on his jersey and placing them in an heirloom frame to hang in his room.

Along with learning about the game and the rules he also had fun because he was able to have two good friends on his team: Cadence Hattaway and Caleb Bradford. 

Kaleb and Cadence

Kaleb and Caleb B.

Even though the season is over he is looking forward to playing again next year. I guess we need to start practicing!