Soccer Season--came and went too fast!

Mary has been playing varsity girls soccer since the 7th grade.  With any sports team, some years are better than others.  This year was a fun year (even though the team was young and they didn't always win) because Mary emerged as a strong leader on the team.  In fact, she won the award for "Best Defensive Player" for the team.  We are proud that she's not only coaching the younger players in the game but is a big sis for them too.  As a mom, it has been fun to see her grow in this way.

The pictures:

Photo of her team with the tournament trophy (they got 2nd place).  Mary is in the center and is wearing her Best Defense medal.

Photo of the team after the final game.

Photo of Mary doing what she does best -- blocking out a player on the other team so that the goalie can get to the ball.