U8 FIRE - 9/6/2008

Captains - Landen, Cobe and Jayden
MVP - Cobe

The first game of the season was today. After 2 weeks of training for the boys, it was time to showcase their ability in a real game. The boys were incredible and fired up. To be honest, I was probably more nervous about the game than anyone. I was worried about the boys being ready and comfortable so that they would play their best. They were ready and it didn't take long before they showed their dominance. In all the FIRE scored 14 goals today with 6 of the 10 boys scoring. Cobe lead the way with 5 goals on the day. Every player assisted on goals. Jaden, Sam, Cobe and Landen each had 2 assists. The dribbling and passing were excellent for a first game and it will only get better from here.

Some highlights of the game (for me)
1) Cobe's step over. Cobe attempted a sweet move toward the end of the game. He was fouled at the end, but to try it and make it look so good was excellent.
2) Defense - Stone is a clean-up machine again this season. That kid is so fast. And Maegley and Bryson wouldn't let anyone by while still pushing up on offense.
3) Jayden getting drilled with the ball in the eye. What I loved was that he shook it off so fast. What a tough kid.
4) Carrying the ball. Peyton the dribbling machine. Peyton is one of the fastest as well. He is fun to watch. Also Aiden seemed to be on top of the ball everywhere it went. He has some wheels and tenacity.
5) Cole's big save. In the second half the other team had a pretty good chance to score. Cole had a ball shot at his stomach that he held on to for the save. Thanks Steve for helping train the keepers this week at practice.
6) Sam scores! Sam is a bit more defensive minded and I'm always trying to get him to be more physical. He got through in the second half and scored a beautiful goal from distance.

Everyone on the team did well, and I am very pleased. The boys should all be proud of themselves.

Logan - We missed you. See you Tuesday.

Coach Jeb
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