The second-to-last basketball post of the season

This is the first Saturday in 3 months that we did not have to be somewhere for a basketball game or practice. Very refreshing. The boys finished their regular season play and tournament play this past week and weekend. Our final recap....

Ewan's last game turned out to be his "playoff" game. For kindergarten. Really. Anyway, his team was the "top seed" since they had beaten the other three teams each of the times they played them. Saturday, unfortunately, was their first loss. I guess the coach on the other team decided to triple-team the "best" shooter on Ewan's team. In the end, it didn't really matter. Ewan got his very own basketball trophy to display on the bookcase. He was so proud and excited to have a trophy like his big brothers.

On Saturday, Cale's team lost. I can't remember the score, but that made their record 1-10 for the season. His tourney game was Tuesday night. I have to say, that Cale played great. Aggressive defense, quick to rebound, ran the plays the coach wanted and scored 8 of his team's 13 points. And, Cale's team won! Their 2nd win of the year. That set them up for another game Wednesday night. This game was against the first seeded team. Cale's team played some great defense, but they were cold on the shot and the final score was 21-3, a loss. Cale played a good game and scored 2 points for his team. He made some good shots that circled the basket before falling out.i think he's already looking forward to next year.

Marcus's team also played their last regular season game Saturday. They also came away with a loss. Then, Tuesday, was their tourney game which they did not win. It sounded like they just for out shot by a bigger, slightly older team. Marcus's team was all 4th grade and 1 5th grader as opposed to teams that had maybe a more balanced 4th to 5th grade ratio. But, Andy's players did improved and had fun, and that is what matters at this age.

I have some pictures to post later. I am hoping to get a picture of Marcus's team tomorrow when they get their trophies. I wish I could have seen more of Marcus's games this year. We will see what next season brings.

And now the next question....spring sports anyone?