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Spring 2009 - Game 8 A Finishing Touch
Goal 1 - Crossing to the Middle: A sweet, soft, lofted centering pass from  Holly that brushed the outstretched fingertips of the keeper and fell to an onrushing Shelby who punished the back of the net with her strike.Goal 2 - Following Shots: Reliable free kicker, Anna, clears the wall to a waiting keeper who should have made a simple pick up. But she didn't, and there was Steph, who never gave up on the play, to punch it home. Goal 3 - Striking the Ball Hard: The iconic sight of Kaitlyn racing down the wing with a full head of steam is now the stuff of Avalanche lore. I still haven't quite figured out how she gets so much power and distance behind that ball. Neither has the Fury keeper. The story of this game included a defense of Ashley, Anna, Goose, Dana, and Nicole that was challenged relentlessly yet hung together. It included a central midfielder, Sammy, who was pounded repeatedly, but stayed focused and intense. It included Alyssa, who did her best imitation of Kaitlyn more than once and got us out of the back when we desperately needed her to. And It included Tyla, Emily, Taylor, JPeg, and Allyson who each represent what is best in the Avalanche--maximization of their individual skills for the benefit of their team.
We made t-shirts to commemorate our achievements form this first year. After the girls are done wearing them, they should be folded neatly and stored in a place where lasting memories go. Each and every Avalanche earned the right to wear that shirt. Yes, we move on to a new season and a new level of competition. Yes, we will add two more players to strengthen our team and to help us continue to be successful. But these memories of this first year, these feeling shared, will last forever. No matter what happens from here on out, I will always remember, love, cherish, and be proud of... Sixteen girls. One team. Two championships. Think snow! | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
