Soccer 2010 has begun

Saturday was our first day of games for soccer season 2010. Kyle is the only one playing right now, and I was very thankful that I didn't have to sit outside in 100+ degree heat most of the day. The two hours we were there were more than enough. We came away sunburned, and feeling very dehydrated.

Kyle's team kept things exciting. They went down 1-0 early in the game, and had their first goal called back for off-sides. They finally scored, then we had to take a delayed time-out on the field for an injury. One of Kyle's teammates had to be taken to the hospital for stitches - 10 to be exact, right above his eye. He and another teammate both tried to head the ball at the same time, and only ended up hitting each other.

Barry and Kyle took the ref course last week, and are now both certified refs. Barry was called on to be the AR (assistant ref), and did a great job. He was actually the one who made the off-sides call, but I was proud of him for being honest. And it turned out ok, because Kyle's team won the game, 2-1, so I guess the honesty paid off in the end!

Kyle is not thrilled with the color of their uniforms, but they certainly stand out!


Kyle had a few run-ins during the game... several opposing players tried to take him out. He even got slide-tackled from behind, but he jumped right back up and kept on going.

He is looking forward to a fun season, and we are looking forward to cooler weather!