Soccer

I've been playing soccer with some guys at work. The season actually started in March, but I haven't been able to play because of my back. That changed last week. I was finally able to play and ended up playing 2 games. Those were our team's only wins of the year, so I'm going to say me playing is a direct correlation to us winning :) We have a good team, but we haven't been healthy all year. A lot of people had some other injuries come up, like mine. We have the playoffs coming up the next few weeks, so hopefully we can make a run at the title. I'll keep you informed out how we do.

My first game back I ended up hurting the other team's goalie. It was a complete accident. My friend Luis crossed me the ball in the box (right in front of the goal). I was wide open. Right as I get ready to strike the ball, out of nowhere the keeper tried to dive onto the ball. I couldn't stop my swing and I connected with the ball. The problem was since he was diving onto the ball, my foot also connected with him. Needless to say it hurt him and I think he might have broken a rib. He was being aggressive because we were already up 5-1, but it's not good goalie technique. Still, I felt horrible because although it was an accident I still hurt him. I haven't heard how he is doing. Hopefully just a bruise.

The World Cup is starting soon! I am extremely excited! Some friends and I are thinking about setting up some viewing parties. The problem is that since they are playing in South Africa and ESPN is broadcasting the games live, all the games will be at either 8 or 10:30am. I need a TV at work! The weekends will workout fine, but I think we are going to DVR some of the weekday games. I think it's going to be awesome. The US should make it out of the first round, but it will be a shock if they go any further. Look for Brazil and Spain to make it deep into the tournament. I can see the Netherlands, Portugal, or Argentina making a good run at the title as well. Maybe even England. Maybe. Make sure you watch!