Soccer...Where are you...

It has dawned on me how much I really miss competitive soccer, and competitive sports for that matter.  What I once took for granted and was always there is now something I miss dearly.  I was never one that was supremely talented, so I loved the process of getting better and being able to test those improved skills in a competitive environment.  And now, well let's face it, intramural soccer and pickup basketball does not suffice.  Couple that with watching a few of the girls I coach squander their chance to play competitive soccer by not maximizing their potential, and it makes me miss it even more.

However, I am glad I have had my coaching to fall back on as a competitive outlet, and am fortunate to have had the athletic experience I enjoyed.  On a tangental note, let me say that I am extremely proud of the Pacific University Men's soccer team, and all that they have accomplished this year.  Of course, I am slightly jealous of the fact that they accomplished the one thing that myself and others who came before me like Robin and Jer, chased for so long.  But at the same time, I am glad, and I hope, that our influences helped this year's team accomplish winning the conference.  Well done guys, all of Boxer Soccer Alumni are incredibly proud of you guys.

So in summation, Miss soccer, Love coaching, Proud of Pacific.  Back to work.

-Brandon

First Post Folks

Well everyone, I think I have finally caved.  This will be a running document on my escapades here in Flagstaff, AZ. 

To get this off on the right note, let me say that I am enjoying Flagstaff.  While not my ideal situation, it has proven itself to be alright.  School is ok, definitely not as difficult as I had thought.  Being a Teaching Assistant and teaching stats lab to imbeciles (undergrads) is....challenging but good.  Coaching club soccer here in Flag with the U17 girls was good, and now I am coaching the HS team.  Other than the head HS coach being a complete dingbat, it is a fun time, and I do get paid for it, so there's that...

But I do miss my peoples from Oregon, and  cannot wait for the reunion that will ensue December 18-25.  Much do be done.  Back to faking doing homework.  More to come soon as finals week is approaching and I will need distractions.

Cheers!
-Brandon