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Essex Jamborree, 09/20/08.

Had to post another couple photos of Noah in full game mode and with one of his touchdowns that day. And another of the little poser ….. in his Bob the Builder farmer overalls. I am sure he will putting on some pads in a couple of years as well …. notice he is already wearing the super cool shark cleats … sigh. Somehow I think he will be like the kid on Noah’s team who always asks the coach “Coach D., can I hit the other guy as hard as I can???”

Alright, he is one cool dude No. 80. Looks about 16 years old to me in that first picture. The second one, though somewhat hard to see, is memorable because it is Noah getting his first flag on defense …. memorable because a) he never seems to think that getting a flag is worth the effort and b) it marks the first money he earned palying football since daddy dearest bribed him with $5 for a flag …I want to retire on his first round draft signing bonus so I am hopeful that $5 actually made him play harder.

Next is him on the way to yet another touchdown. And this one is sweet because it comes against the Milton Broncos … see previous posts for the story behind that ….. and of course, little brother fan club, wearing his helmet and making faces …..and then of course Mr. Five Bucks himself …. mind you, a week later, Noah was still waiting for his money … so who paid him? Mom. I have to get an IOU and take it back out of that real paycheck in what …. 15 years. With interest!

 Essex Jamboree, September 20, 2008.

So, since Benji is dragged along to each and every one of Noah’s football games and practies, I figure it is time to have him on the top of the blog for once. So here he is … in all his cuteness.

In all honesty, he loves going. He brings his bike, wears his helmet …. and hangs out with all the other younger siblings. Though his favorite part is probably diving into the inevitable selection of snacks I always bring to every game … really, that is the highlight of the day for him ….

Another week, another flag game. This time we once again ventured back to Milton to play the Broncos.And I have to say it, but for most of the game, they ran right over us. They had some excellent blocking going on … though I kind of think they glossed over the ‘no blitzing’ rule … their linebackers ran for our QB on almost every single play .. and they got to him on almost every single game. Which, on one hand means their linebackers did what they weren’t supposed to … or shall I say what the rules say they are not supposed to … and it also means that our blocking … well, is in need of improvement. As my hubby keeps on telling Noah: Happy Hands don’t block.

Noah was pretty mad after the game because he realized I think that the other team was just plain better … and that his team just didn’t paly as hard as they could have. Kind of cute really, let’s hope he is still mad enough next practice to listen to Coach and improve his blocking. Then again, it’s flag football mom. Chill!

Anyways, here are some more photos .. some are not the greatest quality since the sun was just setting … beautiful in person, terrible for taking crisp photos.

P.S. you know what is kind of funny … even though this was not really their best game so far, I think I got the most shots of good looking plays from our team. I mean, hand offs, the QB actually throwing the ball. They are really not bad those kids. And once again I am impressed with Coach, who did a great job motivating them. During halftime he took them aside and asked how they are feeling, being slapped around by the Broncos. And of course they all didn’t like it. So he said: Well, welcome to real football. And if you don’t like the feeling, do something about it. Go Coach!

PPS: Noah is No. 80 with the blue cleats ….

  Hi y’all. Feelin’ a bit Southern today …heck, it is after Labor Day and 88 lovely degrees outside …. not complaining, mind you. I realize winter will be here before we know it and I already get a panicky feeling when thinking about it. Can you tell I am not a winter person? Don’t ski, don’t board, don’t like the cold … what am I doing in Vermont … ahhhhh … that is the $64 question. And a whole ‘nother topic and post.

 I am here today again to dwell in motherly pride and post some more photos of my oldest, Noah, and his adventures in flag football.

They had their now third game last night and it never ceases to amaze me what impact a dedicated coaching team can have on a bunch of 7 and 8 year old boys who want to play football. Thinking back to the first practices, they were just a bunch of kids who all thought they were the next Reggie Bush or Tom Brady and they ALL wanted to run with the ball or throw it. No one knew where to line up on defense or how to block. They didn’t get the whole team concept/

Man, what a difference last night. They had FUN on defense, followed through on tackles/flag pulling and were totally into it. All thanks to the coaching, I am telling you. What impresses me is the little things. For example: typically, Noah is a bit of a sloath …. never does anything fast unless he wants to …. dandelion picker, slow poke, day dreamer.

So one of the things that most impressed me that the coach actually taught him and the rest of the team the importance and meaning of HUSTLE!!!!! During the first week of practice etc. when they sub’d in kids, the kids coming off the field would slowly amble towards the sidelines and the new kids would even more slowly make their way onto the field and into position. NOW, well, they hustle. They RUN onto the field. tap the person they are subbing for. And that kid RUNS off the field to the bench. Impressive. All in the coaching …. I wish I could have the guy come to my house and tell Noah to HUSSLE …. or maybe all I really need is one of those whistles he has hanging around his neck. Worth a try.

Needless to say, Noah loves it, I love it, and Benji loved going to practice because there are all of those other younger siblings hanging around … and they ALL seem to have dogs he can walk or play with. Fantastic. So here are some more photos from last night, played against the Essex Chargers. Oh, and this one of course is of Benji and his new girlfriend Carlie … they are too cute and hang out each time at practice.

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 Noah is number 80 and he is lining up at center in #16 and blocking as noseguard in #15

So, there. TTFF, Sabine

Go Wolverines!!!!!

Here are some photos from the very first game of the 2008 Wolverine Flag Football Team 2nd and 3rd graders.

Noah was pretty excited even though he really wasn’t quite sure what a jamboree even is …. well, it turned out to be a massive amount of 2nd through 8th graders, ready to play some football. And with all thekids of course come the obligatory parents, siblings, grandparents, friends, coaches etc. It was MASSIVE. We actually lived in Milton for almost 8 years, just two blocks away from the town offices and the park and I had NEVER seen that many cars in that area. Well, except when the local horseshoe club met on Wednesday afternoons … what is up with that anyways …. oh well, that would be a totally different blog :->

Anyways, it was a hot day at the Milton Town Park but the kids had a great time and showed great team spirit! Great job by the coaches! I might be a bit biased but I think our team looked THE BEST out there! Very disciplined and organized. It was a tad agonizing to see other teams taking 5 minutes to explain the next play to everyone in the huddle. Our pretty organized huddles were just a testament to the great coaching team!

Go Wolverines!

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