the Hornets

Today was Jackson's first soccer game! He was so excited this morning when we woke up and told him that TODAY we get to go play soccer. He got his gear on and we headed out the door. We got to the field and I swear there were a million little kids running around. I have to say though that it was all organized very well. Jackson's team is called the Hornets. They had a 10 minute "practice" before the game started where they each took turns kicking the ball to the goal. Gametime came and Jackson did great! I tried to take lots of action shots but those little buggers move fast! He had a slight meltdown midgame because he wanted the ball for himself. Once that was all explained, he got over it quickly and returned to the game.

Jackson made a goal!........in the other team's goal! It was so cute though and we'll just have to work on which direction to kick to. James is going to make Jackson a goal post to practice with in the back yard. I've been "playing" with Jackson and am just waiting to fall over the ball and break something. I never was a soccer player :)

His team lost, but we're so excited for next week! And as long as Jackson is having fun, who cares! After the game, we went and got new soccer cleats and shin guards. And of course, Jackson had to wear them out of the store...here's some pics!

on our way to the game!! He's psyched!

we had to keep saying, "no hands"....but lots of kids wanted to pick it up...it is tempting


Charlie man just took it all in. After all, there were tons of kids running around and screaming. It was pure entertainment for him!

The team did a huddle before the game...and I think Jackson thought they were praying in the picture below....so sweet, he's "bowing" his head!











Wouldn't you like to know what these two were chatting about??
Jackson going for the goal!!!

Game over...Jackson is the one who is supposed to be shaking hands with the little girl in the purple shirt..instead, he's nervously twirling his hair. Oh well! It was a great day!