Game #2

A better experience.  Trent knew that in theory he was supposed to kick the ball into the goal.  I know he knew because he said "kick ball in net".  When it came right down to it he was still too reserved to make a real move.  He did chase the players who were kicking the ball a bit.  He even SCORED HIS FIRST GOAL.  and second. and third.  Sure one of the goals were in his own net, but hey, a net's a net at this age! 

The silly coaches put Trent and his best buddy in at the same time, which was highly amusing to everyone, but hardly practical as far as playing a soccer game was concerned. 

He sat out the 3rd quarter, and mommy made the mistake of taking his cleats and socks off (I thought he was done for the game, I swear!).  The coach wanted to put him back in, but it takes too long to squeeze his wide feet into those slender cleats. 

Did I mention the balloon??  A great tool, but a bit distracting.  Trent was particularly interested in the balloon when it came loose and floated away.  There was a few minutes of staring into the sky and pointing.

before the game

our ace player giving Trent the ball and telling him to kick it

about to score