J's team did a great job. This was the first time we played in this tournament and the boys knew it was not going to be easy. They fought hard all weekend to make it into the semifinals of the tournament. The team they played against was the number 3 team in the US. Our boys were able to keep the game 0-0, went to 2 overtimes, then it came down to penalty kicks. I hate this part of the game, it is heartbreaking! Our team missed one goal and it was over. The tears started flowing from the boys. All the mamas hearts were aching. Such a tough lesson for them to learn. After a great talk from the coach, the boys went on to celebrate making it to the semifinals. They walked the red carpet at the ESPN Worldwide Sports, they received their medals, they took their picture with Mickey, and then the smiles came back. The sting of defeat was still there but the thoughts that they held of one of the best teams in the nation was sinking in. That team had scored 15 goals on the other teams to make it to the semis and could not get one on us. That team had been attending this tournament and this was our first time. The boys all walked away with a new determination that they would be back! I have a feeling we will be celebrating more Thanksgivings at Disney World :) Congrats to the Jrs. Black team and J! We are so proud of you.
The Fans.........
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| A on a date during the game :) |
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| Halftime = quick game for the siblings! |
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| Grandma and Mr W came to cheer J on. |
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| I love seeing the little brothers cheer on their big brothers!! |
The Awards.......
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| 2013 Disney Showcase semifinalists |
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| Love these boys, playing in tournaments together for 5 years. |
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| We are so proud of you!! |
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