Pumpkin has been wanting to play soccer but I just couldn't imagine fitting that into our schedule.  So, we compromised.  I told her she could participate in the Challenger British Soccer Camp.  

This camp was so well run.  It was organized very well.  The coaches were fantastic.  I think Sister liked to come watch just so she could listen to the coaches speak as they sounded like One Direction.  

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The last day of the camp, the kids were told to bring things for the coaches to wear.  I whipped up a tutu for one of them and brought another tutu that we had.  

They were good sports.

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Pumpkin had not played a single second of soccer before this camp.  I know her skills have improved quite a bit.  And, she had a blast.

The camp taught some virtues that the children can apply on and off the field:  respect, responsibility, integrity, sportsmanship, and leadership. 

The coaches were fun, but firm.  Next year, I think we'll host a coach.  It will be a neat experience for all of us although I'm not sure what they'll make of us.  

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It was neat to watch the coaches play around.

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Coach Matt giving Pumpkin her evaluation.  

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Coach Declan who was a bit offended when a mom told him they should play in kilts.  He replied, "I'm a wee bit Irish."  

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Coach Chris

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Coach Ollie who was also the joke teller.  He was a great personality.

And more gratuitous Pumpkin shots.

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She's not quite sure what to make of this goalie thing.  

 

 

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