The girls both had a great time playing soccer and I definitely think its something they would both like to do again. And, the best part is that they both scored a goal during the season! Mackenzie's team was tied at the end of one of their games, so they went to a shoot-out, and when it was Mack's turn, she kicked the ball right in the goal. It was SO exciting, I almost cried! That single moment was worth every penny & every minute spent on soccer this Fall. Madison's goal was awesome too...she was in the right place at the right time and her goal happened so fast that I had no warning and I wasn't able to video it. Brian had told her before that game that he would give her $10 if she scored a goal...I looked at him and said, "Really?! TEN???" So she went out there and earned her $10! Actually I think she earned $13 because Brian also told her he would give her $1 for every time she stole the ball away from the other team. She needed incentive to get in there and be aggressive!
Mackenzie got to play goalie during one game and she got very discouraged because the other team scored on her 3 or 4 times. She tried her best though, and we were proud of her! Both of the girls did so well and ran their little hearts out. Soccer is a great team sport, and such great exercise! There were a few tears during the season, but they both gave soccer two thumbs up in the end. Their games went from mid September through mid November.
Here are pictures and video's of our games throughout the season:
One of my favorite moments ever...
Cheerleaders & Soccer players!
It was always easy to spot Madison in these lime green socks!
Jonah was so cute cheering for his sister!
"Get the ball, Madi! Get the ball!"
After Madison scored her goal...that's one happy girl & one proud Daddy!
Mack playing Goalie...she tried so hard!
Madison was so excited when it was her turn to bring the treats for her team. She picked Gatorade and chocolate cupcakes. I'm sure all of the parents loved that at 10:00 in the morning!
We didn't have official team pictures done, but we got the girls together to take this picture after their last game.
Mackenzie's soccer team had a little party at Mazzio's to celebrate the season and the coaches handed out awards to each girl. Coach Mooberry was a wonderful coach! He awarded Mackenzie the character trait "diligent" because she persevered and tried her best with a good attitude. This was just a few nights after we had the miscarriage, so I missed the party but Daddy took her. I was glad he took these pics and video so I could see them!
