QB One

 Last night was Landon's first 8th grade football game.

What a privilege to watch him do what he loves, under the lights, in a beautiful facility, with so many people I love watching and cheering.  

It was a VERY close game, coming down to the final minute of play, where Landon threw an amazing throw to Jonah, who had an equally amazing catch and run into the end zone.

My boy spent HOURS upon HOURS up at the fields this summer.  Throwing routes to his friends, perfecting his technique, working on getting stronger and faster.  I'm so glad he was able to experience the fruits of his labor.  Most of all, I was proud of how composed he was as a leader out on the field.  He got sacked more times than I can count, but got up and moved on to the next play without getting rattled each time.  And when things got tight and all looked hopeless, he was able to keep his head in the game, rely on his technique, and get the job done.  I could not have been more proud.

We are so fortunate to have an amazing photographer, Steve Ficke, take pictures from the sidelines and share them with all of us.  These are his photos!