Our son is very interested with Football. He tried to sign up last year but only 4th graders were allowed to sign up to Jr. Dons football team. So after the tennis season have ended, we signed him up for the football camp that Madonna High School offered. They offered 8-week football camp for free so he had fun with that one.
This month, they began training for football, he is officially on the Jr. Football team which he is very excited about. They have practice everyday of the week so that is kind of tiring for him although we encourage him to stick to it since it would benefit him as he would be stronger.
Football is something I never thought I would let my son play because based from the games I have watched, it looks very dangerous but since he is passionate about it, I am letting him try it. Besides, it's one of my husband's dream for EJ, to be a football player. He said that he really wanted to play football when he was young but since his Mom did not drive and his Dad was always at work, nobody could drive him to practice and games.
He said he practiced and got good at it but when it was time to got to a game, he dropped out since nobody could drive him to the place.
I never could understand the rules of football before but now, I am starting to get it slowly just listening to my husband and son talk about it. Even my daughter is excited that her brother is playing.
To play football, every player is required to have a medical certificate so we took him to Weirton Medical Center when they conducted their free exam for it. It is nice that WMC does it annually for free. We will need to buy him a sports goggles because he has an eye condition like me.
On our 13th wedding anniversary , we had to cut our dinner date because our son's team had their first scrimmage . The team from Follansbee came and played with the Jr. Dons team.
EJ was very nervous as he hasn't learn a lot of technique in playing the game but we told him to just enjoy the experience.
The coaches told us that the team they are playing against has been playing for few years now as oppose to our team who had just began training this year so we might not get the result we want in a game but he said that it is okay because they just want the kids to experience how it is to play in a game.
It was really nice to watch. I was surprised of how come I was. Usually, I get really nervous when the kids gave to perform or play a game but this time, I was calm and just totally enjoyed watching.
I am not sure if my so is suppose to be a wide receiver but he never got the ball, it was never pass to him. I think part of me was hoping that he would catch a ball and do a touchdown lol.
It's funny how serious other parents are from the other team. They brought cow bell and were yelling and screaming. We, on the other side was just quiet and was enjoying the game. I cringed when I heard someone screams at their kids to put the other kids in a hurt locker. I mean, they are just kids, I think we should just chill and let them play.
It was a really nice game to watch, what a way to end the day to our 13th wedding anniversary . It was very special. They will be having a game every Wednesday now so they have been training every day of the week. The kids won't be able to attend the tennis this Fall so we have been bringing them to the tennis court and play with them every chance we get. It's a great family bonding as well.
OMG, your kids are so cute! I love the pictures of your little man out there mixing it up with the boys. Yay!
ReplyDeleteThis is a fun post! Your kid looks like a real pro - in no time! It is so important for kids to experience team sports!
ReplyDeleteIt's great to see kids being so interested in sports. I'm glad you had a lovely wedding anniversary.
ReplyDeleteLooks like he had a ton of fun! I know I struggled learning soccer when my son first started playing soccer when he was younger.
ReplyDeleteFootball is always a big deal around here. I hope he enjoys playing the game! It can be lots of fun!
ReplyDeleteI looks like he's having a lot of fun. I think it's great when kids can get in to sports. It's so great for them!
ReplyDeleteIt's so great that you documented this! He must have had a blast, I love seeing kids try new sports and finding things they love! -Kendall
ReplyDeleteWow these pictures are definitely ones you'll always treasure! We love football around here too, it's so great that he's playing and looks like he's having a great time!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a lot of fun! I loved playing football when i was kid. Team sports are great!
ReplyDeleteMy son struggled with football early on, he was the tallest kid but the least aggressive! Glad to know your son is enjoying it!
ReplyDeleteI love seeing kids be active and playing sports. I hope to get my boys involved in something in the spring.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great moment! I love those pictures, good thing you captured them all.
ReplyDeleteI remember when my son played football! He loved it but he eventually got bored of it. He was so so good and till this day I wish he would have stuck to it. Nice to see your son enjoys it!
ReplyDeleteHe looks so cute in his football uniform. I am glad he had a great game!
ReplyDeleteWe dont really have football like this is my country but I think it is so cool! I love these pictures.
ReplyDeleteWhat a cutie! I love that you captured these moments and shared them! I hope he has a GREAT season!
ReplyDeleteLook out NFL! Your son is so cute in his uniform and this sounds like a great program.
ReplyDeleteIt is good to know that it is required to have a medical certificate before kids can participate, looks like your son is totally prepared, wishing him luck for a successful season!
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