Fast Season of Football....But Undefeated at 5 - 0



Alex in blue on top of picture

Alex open in endzone

Alex had his last 7th grade football game last night.  I have to say, we have been so lucky with football and the weather being wonderful for each game.  At times, I think the players probably wish it was a little cooler, but as a fan, it has been fabulous!  Almost as fabulous as the team!

Alex at bottom in blue going after guy with ball but being
 held off by BIG guy

Alex's 7th great team went 5 and 0 for the season finishing very strong last night.  While I could only stay for half before I had to head to Elyse's volleyball game (this is what our live will be like for a few years....running in different directions), Wayne stayed behind and videotaped saying it was an exciting game with lots of super blocks and runs.

Alex has totally enjoyed his first "legit" football season and is kind of sad to see it end.  But there is no down time as he starts AAU basketball practice this Sunday with a tournament already the first weekend of November.  (Which I can't wait for!  Love it!)  He thinks he needs some "down time" but Elyse just looks at him and says, "Welcome to the world of jr high and high school sports."  Too funny!

Great job Alex, number 82, and the 7th grade Crestwood Cadets!  Fabulous season of football! (Pictures are from last two games verse Charles City and Waverly)  I am going to miss watching football!

A Little Humor in Football

Alex going to smash little opponent.

I had to post these two pictures seperately because I think they are hilarious.  Now, Alex is a big boy, but there are a lot of boys on all the teams his size and much bigger.  Somehow today for a few plays, the opponents put this little guy up against Alex.  It was so funny, as you can tell by the pictures.  Alex just pounced on him and that was it.  Not funny for the little kid, but the picture is great.

Another picture shows Alex pretty much lifting up a guy and then he did take him down!  No problem!

Go get'em Alex!  Very proud of you!!! At least you did not hurt either one too badly. 

Wonder what Alex is thinking as he faces this little guy.



Alex picking up opponent and eventually throwing him down to ground



Alex's Final Football Game of Season - Next Week; Vikings vs. Cowboys!!!!



Alex, 45, playing defense busting through to hold them.

 I think we would all agree what a gorgeous October day it was today!  Wow!  80+ degrees might just be a little warm for boys to play football, but they survived.  Sadly, Alex's team did not come out victorious.  A turnover turned into a touchdown for the other team was the winning score as Alex's team lost 6 to 0.  Tough game played by all. 



Alex and teammate taking down opponent on 1 yard line.  Alex is
going in for tackle behind player in red.

 Highlights of the game include Alex having a 60 yard punt that was so sweet the whole crowd was just amazed.  He also had a few qb sacks and great tackles that I have included pictures of. Another highlight was Decorah getting to the 1 yard line and our defense holding them there, even when they went for it on 4th down!!! I have posted a picture of Alex and another teammate taking down the opponent trying to run the ball in at the 1.  Very exciting!! 



Alex with a quarterback sack.  He is on the ground
tackling their qb.

 All in all though, it was a rough day for the line and while our defense was fabulous, our offense just couldn't hold the line so our quarterback could make some plays.  Coach Wayne as a little frustrated, to say the least, so it was a quiet ride home.  This was Alex's last game playing with his team as they have one game left next weekend but Alex and Wayne will be enjoying the Vikings vs. Cowboys football game with my dad and brother-in-law Derek.  So, great season to the Cresco Admirals!  Nice job Coach Wayne and my number 45, Alex Kerian!  Proud of both of you!!!!

Alex's Football Game - Ends with a Tie

Although I missed his game today, Alex said they played well.  Sad part was that his team was on the 1 yard line within inches of scoring when the time ran out and game was over.  Bummer!  So his game today ended with a tie of 12 to 12.  Alex scored another touchdown today, again on his favorite play of "22 Dump Pass"!  Great job Alex and team!

Alex is number 45.....kid with ball.  Last picture he is making a catch.