Kickball...

I've ventured into the world of recreational kickball...it's entertaining to say the least. Fortunately, I'm on a team with really great people, individually and athletically.

In our first outing we went 2-0...hopefully that is indicative of good things to come. Yes, it is sad...it's kickball and I want to win.

It's been awhile since I've done any coaching or playing (competitively); however, I didn't give myself much of a break. I'm still beating myself up a little bit for dropping a throw and not picking up a ground ball cleanly (despite not having played kickball since my elementary days). Hmmm...It's probably a good thing that I'm not currently coaching at the school where I teach.

ROCK...CHALK...JAYHAWK

I've come to the realization that I cannot not post about my Jayhawks winning the National Championship. I've waited (and shed some tears) for twenty years to see them secure the title again.

Not only were they an amazingly athletic team, they were a team with class...never conceited or boastful, and always helping an opponent to his feet. Grace under pressure and still humble at the end of the day.

Thanks for a great season; I will thoroughly enjoy getting to smile the entire year!