Month: August 2023
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A Family Game and a Season of Memories
With the season now officially over, it was time for our annual family and kids game. This is always one of my favorite parts of the season, matching adults versus kids to close out the year on a fun note. From a little cheating in good fun, to way too much food, it was the…
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Raising Champions in Defeat
While the result of our championship game wasn’t how we envisioned it, it was still another inspiring and hard-fought battle from our crew. Although there were some tears and frustrations in the end, I couldn’t be more prouder of their character and the resiliency they showed when the game looked out of control.
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Building A Champion
This is it. Championship night. Winner holds the league trophy high in celebration, as everything they put into this season, results in the final and most revered win. Win or lose, it’s been a great season to be a coach.
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Coaching Kids and Building Friendships
There was one more fun game left before our championship match the following day, and I was glad that it was against my friend and coaching mentor in what was likely, our last game together. Our paths might have been separate this year, but his coaching voice was never far from thought.
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Signaling a New Passion
I remember admiring my cousin Al’s collection of Rush albums. I was fascinated with the cover art. Although I likely had no idea who Rush was as an 8 year old, I wanted a collection like this and thanks to Columbia House, I finally had my first cassette of many from this band.