Just as quick as it began, basketball season has come to an end.
This ending has been a bit hard for this mamma because it was Remi's very last year to play middle school ball. Next year, he will be trying out for the high school freshman team and that is just a hard pill to swallow.
Anne drove all the way to our neck of the woods just to come to the boy's last games, and that meant the world to us. All those who have gotten out, sat in the stands and supported the boys, I want to say THANK YOU. As the boys have gotten older, I have realized, the gift of showing up is a gift far too precious to take for granted! You know that saying about the gift of time, well, it's pretty hard to beat!
Remi's 8th grade season had its ups and downs for sure. Some games ended with all smiles and some games ended with frustration. I truly do think this is all a part of what a child gets from playing team sports- the ups and downs, the humility and then the time to shine, rooting for your team even when you're not getting playing time.... those are some important lessons! I am so proud of Remi. He isn't the star of the team or the most aggressive player, but he is smart as a whip and that is what he brings to the court. He watched his little brother play A Team ball all season, being a dominant player and leader on his team and all the while, Remi sat, cheered and supported Roen all season long. For me, this is one of the MOST important lessons from it all.... knowing how to be happy for others even when they have something you don't. Well done, Remi! Your humble spirit and desire to always remain a respectful athlete shine bright!
Roen's first season of school basketball was pretty darn great! That boy can handle the ball, controls the court and had many games where he played the entire time. He pushes until he is sweating buckets, and then he pushes some more. He lives for being active, competing and thrives on being better and doing better. If you set a standard for that boy, well, he will go until he meets it. Roen is 100% in his element when he is playing sports and if I had to describe his 7th grade season, well, I'd say he had the time of his life!
*Can you spot high school Micah in his old state runner-up pic? Roen's team played a tournament at his old high school and we always love spotting him in this picture!
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Middle School Basketball was definitely a whirlwind! It’s a nice indoor sport that seems shorter than any other sport. It’s so crazy that Remi will be playing high school sports next year!!! Remi & Roen are both amazing athletes and exhibit the very best sportsmanship. Great job 👏🏻. I did not have any problems picking Micah out of the picture from high school! Just imagined Roen a little bit older and bingo…there he was!! Tell them both congratulations and thank you for sharing all the pictures! Love y’all 😘
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