Spring soccer: An update

Yes, we had a Sporting (Fire) match at 7:15 last night. It was a great game ... we led with the first goal, then they equalized and it was 1:1 at half.

FC Dallas took the lead 2/1, then we equalized, then they took the lead 3/2, we equalized ... then they again took the lead 4/3, we equalized ... and finally won 5/4. It was great to see the boys apply the pressure to win and not just give up (they could have). Both of my folks were there, and I'm glad my dad got to see a competitive match.

The Sporting team continues to see turnover, with core folks like Greyson leaving, etc., but they have actually looked great lately. I'm curious to see what becomes of this team ... if they really go Select or if it falls apart. I'm staying close to the Warners on this trying to determine direction, etc. Everyone loves Adam (including Ryder), so that's a good thing. But we are short players - no subs last night, one sub today - and I don't believe everyone on the team will show up when it comes time to cough up $$$ for Select (the "shit or get off the pot" moment is coming). I just want to ensure I have a back-up plan and that I'm not blind-sided or left in the dark. I had a good convo with the Warners this eve, and they assured me that I won't be caught off-guard. Going with faith.

Anyway, I digress ... Ryder scored one goal last night and assisted a goal, as well.

We had to be at our match today at 7:30 a.m. for 8 a.m. start. We beat Highland Park Scots 3/nil. The shut-out was nice b/c our opponents looked strong ... either team could have won it, but we just dominated. Ryder scored the third goal of the match. Should be an interesting season for Sporting.

So the eight-game Jedi spring season looks something like: two games in Feb., ZERO in March b/c of rain, and six matches in 11 days in April b/c of make-ups. Is this a season or a tournament? Really.

It's going to be hectic. I'm a little perturbed w/mother nature's havoc on our schedule, but it is what it is.

Both teams are undefeated so far this season, but there's ground to make in a short period of time over the next few weeks.

And there is your play-by-play of Ryder soccer.

Thanks for asking.