HomeComing 2009

Reluctantly letting mom take the picture.

Cole's Senior class. Most of the guys are in black and black.

Kyle's class boys.

Kyle's Freshman class.

Homecoming started off wonderful. The boys won 20-0 against Iola. The local paper wrote about the opposing team and ignored the fact it was our homecoming so the win was even sweeter. Last night was the dance and Kyle did end up going after much protest but it sounds like he had a good time. He texted us and let us know Cole won the dance off and it was really funny.

I had the time of my life!

Kyle had an amazing game last night. He played DC Everest. Scott and Becky's son Tyler plays on the Everest team so that was fun. They won 40-20. Kyle was their kicker and nailed all of them. I got a lot of compliments from the DC Everest parents about what a good player overall he was. He got a sack, about 12 tackles, caught a pass. He was grinning ear to ear.

After the game Kyle and Cole had power puff (boys volleyball). They played the first volleyball game against each other. Seniors won. Today is the pep rally, parade and game for homecoming. Tomorrow is the dance and Kyle's still trying to get out of going. His friends aren't letting him stay home.

Clay and Granddad are going to supper then coming to the festivities. Clay plays tomorrow at 10:30 thank goodness it's not the 8:30 game. I might not make it then.

It's Monday Again.

We are so busy at work that after I'm done I want a nap. Clay has nothing today and is so bored but is refusing to do homework. Cole and Bill and I have a parent/student college night. I'm not old enough to do that.
Kyle and Cole were not looking forward to practice today because they know it's going to be awful. Oh well suck it up boys and get through it.
The rest of the week is just going to busy with lots of running. Thursday night Kyle plays at DC Everest and against his friend Tyler. Should be fun to watch. I'm sure we'll sit next to them during the game.

Goerke Field

For some reason I had problems posting these but I finally figured it out.
Clay was Captian so he got to decide the penalty.

His big tackle!

In the nidst of it all. He'll tell you he's terrible and doesn't like it but watch him play and you know different. In fact I told him he might have to miss Thursday's practice and he wasn't happy about it. Thursday he'll remind me I told him he could miss. Go figure.

It's the game we will not speak of

Last night game was awful!!! It's was a night of everyone not playing well. Cole is very upset so we will not mention it again.

Clay however had a great game again. It's so much fun watching him sneak in and get the tackle. He's really fast. It usually takes him a couple of plays to get going but watch out when he does.

Kyle's at a friends house and tomorrow afternoon we have a confirmation meeting. It's suppose to be for Cole and Kyle however Cole has a surprise 18th birthday party to go to. I said I would cover for him.

Freshman Football

Kyle was so mad before the game. He thought the coaches would be moving him to center since their center broke his arm playing baseball. He didn't get moved to center and got to play line backer and Tight end. He had a good game. He got some nice tackles and beautiful kicks. 2 went to the 5 yard line and then bounced into the end zone. He didn't look like the other teams kicker who had difficulty getting it beyond 20 yards. The Cardinals won against Manawa again.
Clay didn't have practice tonight which was good he needed a break. Cole is at dinner with the team then to the O-line get together. Tomorrow nights game is going to be the toughest they have seen so far. Let's hope they pull together and win.

We have a new superstar!

Clay got to play under the lights on the big Goerke field last night. WOW is what we can say. He did a fantastic job and his brothers were even impressed. At practice tonight he won the most intense player award. (A football signed by all the players and coaches) He got lots of tackles and got a sack. He was one of the captains last night. Let's just say he was thrilled.

WOW what a weekend!

Boy were we busy. First Friday night we had the football game. It was a nail biter and I lost most of my voice. We won 19-2 against Manawa. I hate their field. They have a little bitty stand for the parents so I spent most of the game walking up on down the sidelines behind the boys to see what was happening.
This whole weekend we had the school carnival. We ended up spending way to much money on games, rides, raffle tickets and way to much time working. I had a booth and Bill handled the pancake breakfast. Kids were disappointed because they didn't win any of the large prizes. Clay however got a goldfish and slept on the floor all night by it. He was so worried about not feeding it last night. Yikes! One of Kyle's friends mother won the new car so that was exciting. Now I'm just wondering why I didn't take tomorrow off to recover.
Packer game is about to start! Go Pack Go!

Frantic Friday

Today is just nuts! Work is busy, I have to set up for Panacea, and get going to Cole's game. Manawa just seems so far away today. I hate this field and just pray no one gets hurt.
Kyle's Freshman team won in overtime yesterday. He played really well (just don't ask him). The coach talked to him about moving him to linebacker. He's thinking this would be fun. Clay has his first game tomorrow and because of Panacea I'll miss it. Thank goodness he has one Monday night too. Have a great weekend.

The T's have it

We have tempers, tantrums and throwing up. Clay hit the mood swing button last night just as it was time to go to practice. He threw a little 'tude but did fine in the end. The whole team seemed to have a mood to it last night.
Cole called me at work as he's walking into school today to let me know he just threw up in someones yard. Needless to say he's home. He's not worried about missing school it's football practice he's worried about. I think after everyone got sick at camp the coaches are going to be more than happy he's at home and not at practice. Today was mass day at school and he had to wear a shirt and tie. I teased him the having to dress up really did make him sick. Let's hope it stays contained to him.
Kyle is just living the dream. He seems to be really enjoying high school and is coming home and doing homework right away and studying for tests. It's nice to see. I hope he keeps it up.

Post game wrap up

Cole making a nice block

Cole kicking off in the 4th quarter Beautiful Kick. His Coach (aka Dad) was very proud

Ball boy getting the low down on the team

Cole and Kyle warming up pre-game

We did it! It was a nail biter of a game. We won by a field goal. We have an awsome special teams coach. Cole did well. We got a tape of the game from the radio and his name was mentioned quite a few times. It's always fun when they do well. Our official ball boy did a wonderful job. Wish he wasn't leaving on a trip.

Boys are all gone to different places. Kyle is I believe working at Jazz fest with his friend who's parents own a restraunt in town. Cole just left for the Marshfield fair with a group and Clay is at the Dells with the Herkert family and Granddad. Beautiful day to go.

Busy week this week setting up and getting ready for Panacea. Cole and Kyle only have 3 days of school this week. They are going to go help get tables for the event with Bill tomorrow.

Enjoy the last official weekend of summer.

Saturday night lights.

We are just getting ready for the football game tonight. Bill's nervous. His punters are out hurt and he's trying to convince Cole to punt. Not going well right now. We have a two year old birthday party to attend shortly. Boys are off to the team meal in a couple of hours and then it's time to get ready to go. Sounds like our official ball boy and his wife will be attending (aka Mom and Dad). Will give more updates tomorrow.

Tuesday!

Well here's what's been happening;. Football: Cole had his first game Sat. which I thought and so did his dad, he did very well on. After coming out a little flat in the first half came back and won the game 50-32. Gotta love that conditioning.Kyle still has another week of practice before his first game. He's liking school better and yesterday was just awesome. They had to run at practice (a lot) and he loved every minute of it. Go figure. Clay had a scrimmage on Thurs and did well. He cut the top of his toes the night before and they were bothering him a little at the end.

School: Boys hate the dress code. They would like them to wear a shirt and tie for mass days. I don't even make them dress up for Sunday mass. Cole likes his classes and is in charge of two of them (per him). Kyle has finally adjusted and is enjoying being a high school kid. Clay's teacher caught me yesterday and told me he's doing wonderful. So far a good start. Let's hope it stays that way.

Work: finally picking up. Of course it's a holiday weekend. We always get busy then. Bill's just busy and I really haven't had time to talk with him for about 2 weeks. It's crazy.