Playoffs Game 3 vs Falcons

"Far better it is to dare mighty things, to win glorious triumphs even though checkered by failure, than to rank with those poor spirits who neither enjoy nor suffer much because they live in the grey twilight that knows neither victory nor defeat" Theodore Roosevelt

What a run!!! Another fantastic season of Monsoon football has come to an end. While the end result was not what we had hoped for, a trip to the "final four" for the second year in a row and an overall record of 9 wins to just 2 losses is still an awesome season, something all the boys, coaches, and parents should be very proud of!!!
Looking back over the season there are many more highs than lows, the growth in ability, skills and fortitude throughout the season have been impressive, our young men are growing up, the bonds of friendship and team work are helping to shape the men they will become. It is extremely difficult to see the boys like they were after the game Saturday, but like coach Thompson said that just shows they care. This is an extraordinary group of young men that I know will go far in whatever they decide to do with their lives. I would like to take this opportunity to thank each and every player for all their hard work and dedication, throughout the season, and to congratulate them on a heck of a good season!! And a special thanks to our coaches, who put in countless hours to help our sons become better players and give them all a little piece of themselves. I know I will never forget their tireless efforts, and I'm sure the team won't either.
Now for some fun... I think it would be fun to have every parent reflect on the season in a personal way, try to pick your favorite moment, play or whatever about your kid this season. Mine is easy, this is Cody's 5th year in football, but the first time he has scored a TD. And it came in the first game!! I'm pretty sure I was more excited about it than he was!!! OK parents your turn...

Playoffs game 2 vs Bombers

HOLY COW!!!
What a great game!! Our boys really played with heart, determination, and the desire of champions this past Saturday to win over a very tough opponent in the Bombers.
Kind of a weird game, with a nice interception for a TD called back for what looked like a questionable penalty call. Then their only score coming on a fluke play. Then what was one of the nicest drives our offense has put together all season we matched the score, only to miss the point after attempt to send the game into overtime. Then our defense held them on an awesome goal line stand in overtime with some spectacular hits. And in fine Monsoon fashion we jammed the ball across the goal line to win 12-6. It was truly great to see how our boys reacted to adversity these past two games. Like I said before, we didn't have much to go on as far as how they would play after a loss, or like this Saturday, after being behind late in the game. Now all our questions have been answered, this group of young men have what it takes to be champions on and off the field. Time for some great practice this week before we go into the Falcon's nest to claim it as "OUR HOUSE".

Playoffs game 1 vs. Vipers

Here we go!!!!

Awesome victory to start our playoff run 22-6 over the Vipers.

Really solid play on both sides of the ball. The offense with great play calling and excellent execution, moved the ball up and down the field at will. Some great blocking by the o-line, and tough running by all the backs led to some nice drives, many yards, and 3 touch downs.

And the defense!!! What can you say??? WOW other than that one hiccup (what was that??)

the defense was outstanding. I can only think of a couple of first downs allowed, other than that it was pretty much shut down time!!! Give credit to the Vipers, they played tough, and hit hard, but were no match for the Monsoon on Saturday.

Now it is time to get ready to play the Bombers who are UN-defeated so far this season.

It was great to see how our team played after some adversity, we haven't been able to see how they would play following a loss, but the effort put out on the field on Saturday silenced all those doubts. The hunger and desire has returned...

Onward, to the championship!!!!

MONSOON ROLLS!!!!!

PS. Leave some comments, let the boys know how you feel!!!!

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