Astros Game

We were given free tickets to the Astros game tonight. It was Mormon Helping Hands night. We saw lots of friends from church there. We were near the Griffeths, so Lexi switched seats with their son, Jared. He sat by Jordan and me. Lexi sat by them. It was a fantastic game. We were loosing the whole game until the bottom of the ninth. It was 4 to 2. The bases were loaded and then a hit that scored a double and like that we won.

Celebrating the big win

Fireworks and fun

Watching a Massive Tournament

Lexi’s team, Thunder, won their volleyball games at the Y today. Then, she went downtown with her friend, Heather, to watch a massive tournament. Their friend, Simone, plays on a club team that is ranked 6th in the nation. They watched her team easily pound another team. They also posed for a photo in the big red round window.

Basketball Practice

Both of Lexi's coaches were at practice tonight. I snapped a few photos. They really focus on defense, which I think is smart with girls at this age. I like that they explain a lot of things. I think she'll learn a lot this year. 

Astros Win it All

The Astros won the World Series for the first time in their franchise history. I guess that makes it ok that our audiences at the King and I were so small. haha. For the past few days, people have been standing in lines for hours at sports stores to get these coveted t-shirts. I happened to walk into the store at 8 am yesterday morning and they only had the sizes that we needed. Many people were waiting in lines for the next shipment. I counted myself lucky and got these commemorative shirts. The kids were excited to wear them today along with lots of kids whose parents suffered to get theirs. 

Last Game for the Mystics

The Mystics had their last game today and as their coach, I'm a little sad that we will not be seeing each other again. They didn't win many games, but they all improved and we had a lot of fun.
Back Row: Krista, Valerie, Iyana, Sonia
Front Row: Maria, Lexi, Annabell, Megan

Love the Mystics 💙

Our team came up a little short today, but I really love these girls!

Winning Day

This was our best volleyball day yet. First, we had enough players. Second, our serves were strong. Third, we stayed focus on the ball. All of that helped us win the first two sets, so the last one was just for fun/practice.

Tough Game

It was a tough day for the Mystics, but mostly because half of them were late. At game time, we only had 4 players. They are supposed to be 15 - 20 minutes early to warm up and be ready. The ref let us stall for a little bit and two minutes later, we had enough. Sadly though, the girls definitely needed warm up time to get their heads into it. 

Mystics

I signed Lexi and Miriam up to play volleyball at the YMCA. I signed them up so early that I got a discount, but somehow Lexi ended up on a team without a coach. At the first practice, they asked parents to step up and help the team. I told them that I would be happy to help someone else coach, but that I didn't want to be the coach. Next thing I know, I am Coach Stephanie without an assistant coach. Whatever - it is going to be fun. 

We had our first game today and won the first and third sets and since it is 2 out of 3, we won!!! Pretty good since our team still isn't set and we have the smallest team in the league. 

Super Bowl

We watched the Super Bowl tonight. I like football, but for the last few years I only make an effort to watch one or two games - usually just the Super Bowl. These guys can appreciate some of the game, but they were way more into the food and the commercials. I sent them to bed right after half time and watched the rest by myself. 

Third Win for the Aggies

Lexi's Aggies team won again today. It was definitely a nerve wrecking stressful game. It was tied or a basket up and down the entire game. One of Lexi's teammates made a basket for the other team and I thought that was it. I also thought we were finished when our best player landed on her back and banged her head on the floor so loud that everyone heard it over the shouts. We all froze. She cried. The coach ran. She decided to shake it off and came out tougher. The score was tied at the end of the 4th quarter, so we went into overtime.  We made a basket and held them off until the end. Final score: 20 to 18.

Second Win for the Aggies

Lexi's Aggies team had their second win today. It was another tough game, but they pulled it out 12 to 11. Right before it started, I realized that we knew a player on the other team. Her name was Lauren and she was on Lexi's team last year. Both Lexi and Leah (Aggies), had to play her and they were chosen to guard her. It isn't a big deal, but it adds to the drama of the game because with her height she is good at rebounding and putting it right back up.

5th Basketball Game

Fourth Basketball Game

Lexi's basketball game was against a very aggressive team today. They played well though and Lexi is proving to be quite the defensive player.