Darby's Soccer Debut

The Cross Plains summer soccer program starts at age 4, but try telling that to an over-eager toddler. For the past couple years, watching Casey play, it was hard to keep Darby off the field. While other players' parents got to relax on the sidelines, I'd end up having to play soccer with Darby in the grassy area next to the field. We'd have our own little "practice" to keep him happy. He wanted to play so badly!

Finally, this year, it's his turn! Look how excited he is in his giant shirt.

Warming up before practice.

 Playing with his team.

Casey played with the first-graders, whose practice starts right after the 4-year-olds. This is his version of smiling for the camera.