I got to go to a special field day event yesterday for school. I had a lot of fun! It was at a large sports complex, not my school. Mom came with me to watch. My gym teacher welcomed me and helped me understand the rules for each of the activities. We did a lot of relay races, then did a mini soccer tournament. Mom says they are really crazy about soccer here. Even though I had never played soccer, I did good. I kept in my position and got to kick the ball several times. After the game, we did free kicks on the goal. I got the ball past the goalie once and everyone cheered for me! I made friends with the only other girl who was there. Her name was Gabi. We shared snacks and played on the same soccer team. I came home with a medal! -Delaney
Additional Comment from Carolyn: I was totally impressed with the parents and children I observed today. Although Delaney and Gabi were the only girls, I observed no behaviors that were rude or unkind to them. Their teammates accepted them without a problem and included them in celebrating when the team scored a goal. When Delaney got a goal during free kicks, the father who was commentating looked straight ate me in the bleachers and gave me a big smile. There is a passion for soccer, and good sportsmanship is also clearly a component of learning to play. The kids celebrated each others accomplishments.
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