1 more week!

Game 9 for the Shelby Whippets proved to be an easy win. Upper Sandusky could not get their offense going and finished without scoring. The Whippets, however, were able to put several scoring drives together, despite four turnovers, to win 27-0.

Jawz finished his season on Wednesday with a win over Olentangy Shanahan. We had probably one of the nicest days, weather-wise, to watch the game.

This means that Jawz and Habanero are finished with football, and One Armed Bandit only has one more week to go. YIPPEEE!!!

Viking Football

The Vikings suffered another crushing defeat this Sunday, fortunately they were able score a touchdown this time! Habanero played tight end, and had a great second half. He had two lone tackles and one assist as corner. This week is their last regular season game! Good Luck Vikings!

Shelby Football Update

Well Friday night did not go so well for the Whippets. I don't actually remember the score, but I did go to the game! I know we had 6 and Fostoria had a lot more than that! I spent the whole game chasing kids and making sure they weren't hurting each other playing football in the grass next to the stadium. One Arm Bandit's family was able to come watch the game, too -- so the kids had a great time playing with their cousins! The weather was awesome, though! The Whippets play Willard at home this Friday, which should go much better than last week. Go Whippets!

Jawz Football Update

Well, we finally got to go see one of Jawz's football games. After showing up at 4:55 for the 5:00 game, the Prexies quickly dressed, stretched and warmed up. It took the first half to warm up and get comfortable with Galion's spread offense, but the second half was all Grant. Jawz played center for most of the game, lining up against some sizable nose guards! Great job! We are so proud of you! Below are some pictures (he's the center... number 50).

Football Update - Week 5

1. Shelby Whippets - The Whippets beat the Norwalk Truckers last Friday in their second NOL win of the season. This week is shaping up to be a tough match with Fostoria. The Redmen are 5-0 so far this season! They have a great athlete, Micah Hyde, who is being recruited by several Division I schools.

2. The Vikings - Habanero's team suffered another crushing defeat this weekend. They did NOT have to play in a Hurricane, but it felt like it by the time the game was over. Hopefully the Viking change up their offense and get some positive yardage this week!

3. Jawz plays tomorrow at Galion Middle School. I will be attending, RAIN OR SHINE!!!

Jawz Defeated!

Jawz's 7th grade football team travelled to Fairbanks Middle School tonight, which is on the east side of Marysville. Unfortunately, we were not able to attend, because the school had the information wrong on their website and Jawz just got a printed calender two days ago. So I thought the game was at home at 6pm and it turned out to be on the other side of the world at 5pm. That didn't coincide with our 4pm meeting in Galion very well. Jawz said they lost 20-18, but he got to play center the whole game. I will get to see the rest of his 5 games, as long as no hurricanes come our way!

Hurricane Ike and Viking Football

Hurricane Ike proved to be a vicious opponent for the Viking football team this Sunday. Habanero and his team played in 40+ mph winds with gusts up to 70 mph. Tree limbs were crashing around us and debris pelted us from all directions. But they got the game in! Unfortunately, it was a defeat for the Vikings.

We were left without power for about 20 hours, which gave us the opportunity to play an exciting game of family hide-n-seek. So tonight, after picking up branches and limbs from the yard, we celebrated having the power of electricity with a cake (since we had to throw out all of our ice cream).

I hope that this finds everyone safe and happy, and praising God for His awesome and glorious power. There are just some things that we will never be able to control, no matter how technologically advanced we are.

Jawz's Football Game

Jawz 7th grade football team played AT Massillion tonight!!! He did not play as much as usual, because he went home sick from school the day before the game and missed practice. His team won (the second time this season to beat this same team) 42-16!!! His next game is Monday, September 15th at Hilliard Heritage Middle School. Go Presidents!!!