After starting out the season 6-0. The next couple of games gave the Bears their first two losses. Heading into the Newton Bowl Tournament, the boys were hungry for another win. However, they lost the game 0-6. It was tough, especially for Jake. He was playing quarterback and our team was driving with a minute or so left in the game. Jake was running the ball trying to get to the outside so he could get out of bounds to stop the clock. He turned his head to see the tackler and the ball slipped out of his arm and the other team recovered the ball. My heart sank for Jake. He was so upset and blaming himself for the loss. Oh this is why I love sports...it teaches us so much about what is in our hearts (motives, idols etc.) and about life (how to handle failure, defeat etc.) After the emotions of the game began to wear off, I thanked God for sports and that my son enjoys them. Mostly because it is such a wonderful tool for us parents to help Jake in his growth with Christ.
Because they lost their first game, the Bears played for 3rd place. Jake decided to move on from the game before and they finished the season with a victory. Great season Jacob!
Because they lost their first game, the Bears played for 3rd place. Jake decided to move on from the game before and they finished the season with a victory. Great season Jacob!
Jake with his good buddies, Grant and Aaron
Jake receiving his trophy at the end of the year football dinner
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