Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brothers to dwell together in unity. – Psalms 133:1
15 pax posted at Riverland Hills Baptist Church this morning under the lights. We gathered to play a game we all affectionately call Froccer. It’s a serendipitous blend of ultimate frisbee and soccer. While some may say that getting a bunch of Type-A, athletically-inclined dudes to compete against each other is a recipe for disaster, we continue to prove them wrong. Miles were put in, fun was had by all – 1st & 2nd F’s are always present. We insist there is no better way to start a Friday. Prove us wrong.
Conditions: 80 deg, 74% humidity (IDEAL)
The Thang:
Disclaimer, No FNGs, prayer, split up pax into two teams
Clash Top 5
- The Wall – Pothole was all over the field today. Sacrificing his body numerous times to make diving catches. However, his main contribution to his team was in defense and specifically in goal. By my calculations, he had a save percentage rate of 78% today. This would be 70% better than David de Gea (ask any Manchester United fan). If not for one of his own teammates <cough..Shag..cough>, his save percentage rate would’ve been even higher.
- Knocking off the rust – A few dropped passes and questionable throws today. No one was spared when it came to unforced errors. Rebar had his share at the beginning which led to Booster offering up an excuse. He pointed out that Rebar decided to go shirtless and was only wearing his penny today. His failure to conform to the official Clash uniform policy resulted in the mesh rubbing his nipples which also led to the many early errant throws and non-catches. Don’t forget the electrical tape next time, Rebar.
- Washed up? – If Booster isn’t mentioned in a “Clash Top 5,” that just means he didn’t post. Today was no different. He played his usual strong safety position on defense while breaking up or intercepting numerous passes. There was one play on offense where he started at his own goal line and sprinted past every single player on the other team (a la Usain Bolt) and caught a pass in his outstretched hand to flick it effortlessly into the goal. Who says he is washed up? (Looking at you, OliveOil)
- Best goal(s). No, it wasn’t Shag’s ridiculous own goal. Today’s best was a 70yd strike by SteelToe. It was simply perfect. JD could’ve had the other but Rebar stole his thunder by catching what would have been a sure goal from 50yds out. Rebar stopped this toss a foot away from the net and threw it in to make it his own. Shameful, Rebar. Just shameful.
- Notable Mentions. FN3 made an incredible stop this morning as he laid out completely horizontal to stop a sure goal. Showing off why he was a stalwart between the posts “back in the day.” Pothole had plenty more saves but none that rivaled the sheer artistry of FN3. He’s still got it. PuppyLove was outstanding today even though his team fell short. He was all over the place on offense and defense. It felt as if there were (2) Boosters on the field today. That is a good thing, PuppyLove.
Announcements
- Playing again at Riverland Hills Baptist Church next Friday at 0500. Game TBD.
Prayers
- Booster’s co-worker having breathing issues.
- Students (and teachers) returning to school.
Devo
Remember, most of your stress comes from the way you respond, not the way life is. Adjust your attitude. Change how you see things. Look for the good in all situations. Take the lesson and find new opportunities to grow. Let all the extra stress, worrying and overthinking go.