Basketball

So, I know I missed yesterday. Sorry to those of you unable to sleep because of it. We had a very busy weekend. Excuses, excuses, right? Well, it is going to get worse next week when we are on vacation. So get used to it. Now back to the good stuff...

Noah had his second basketball game on Saturday. He started practicing the beginning of December and we were really not quite sure what to expect. He seemed to only be excited about the uniform and was frustrated about actually having to play - because he wasn't any good. But two games in to it, I think he is changing his tune. I do think the uniform is still his favorite part (even though both games have been grey and not the red he would prefer) but I really think he is enjoying the game as well. It was so cute to see him out there yesterday jumping up and down when his teammates scored AND he has made one basket himself in each of the games. He's just so darn cute out there. Don't believe me? See for yourself.

Riding the bench, waiting for his turn. They play 3-on-3, 6 - 6 minute periods.

Waiting to match up with the person he is guarding. Each of the three players gets a colored wristband that matches one of the kids on the opposing team so they know who they should be with.

Blocking Laya. Yes, she is on his team. Still have some fundamentals to hammer out...

His defense stance. The kid's got great form, no? He actually runs up and down the court like this.

Taking a shot.