It was a hard fought game. We drew first blood early in the first period. They got even in the second. They then scored early in the third to make it 2-1. We pulled our goalie with 2 minutes to go and they scored on the empty net. 3-1. Given the team we were playing (they are very good) and the effort the boys put in (everyone stepped up and gave their best) we were all pleased with the outcome. It was a very exciting game. While everyone would have preferred to win, second in the state is still a great accomplishment.
Afterwards we all got together (kids and parents) at a local restaurant to celebrate. It was a great time for both the kids and the parents. I will really miss this group. For spring hockey half the kids will move up to the squirt level and others will remain at the mite level. Depending on how spring tryouts go some who move up will be further split amongst the squirt teams. New kids, new parents, new coaches. The thing that will make it easy to adapt to the new group is the shared interest (hockey), and the shared experiences (games, practices, tournaments) we'll share. Strangers will become friends and existing friendships will strengthen.
This is also one of the aspects I enjoy the most about Triathlon. You can immediately strike up a conversation with another Triathlete. Training plans, biking equipment, favorite races, there's an immediate bond formed because of our shared experiences. Add to that podcasts, online forums and blogs, and you become part of an even wider community people that extends world wide. It's a great feeling being part of such a large, dynamic, and vibrant community.
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First timer, logging onto your blog because of location. Two year triathlete but besides my daughter, the only one interested in the sport. I see you'll be at Steelhead on Aug. 5th. So, will I, first 1/2 Ironman. Excited is not enough of a word. Training smart, but at home not much support. So, I'll adapt.
Hey - best of luck at Steelhead. It will be my first time doing this race - have heard a lot about it so it should be a fun race. I'll probably be down in the Plainfield area for the 4th of July metric as well - we do that ride every year.
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