Trust me when I say that I am as equally shocked as you with the following announcement: I have joined a basketball team. For the first time in ten years.
Actually, let me rephrase that: I was recruited by a basketball team. For the first time ever.
A common way to stay active in Grand Cayman is to join corporate league sports teams. NS has already been a part of basketball, softball (briefly), and volleyball corporate teams. A common feature of these leagues is to require at least one female on the court at all times, probably to counter-balance the throngs of guys that sign up. Suddenly, girls find themselves being begged to join a team, else precluding the guys from participation.
Basketball was the one sport I played in high school. I didn't start dribbling a ball until 9th grade, and I can't say I made a lot of improvements over four years of play, but some of my favorite teenage memories were formed on the court. Let's just say it didn't take a bribe to get me to say yes. Plus, it meant a new pair of shoes.
AK and I are Thing 1 and Thing 2 for our team! |
The only problem we've had so far is the weather. October historically brings lots of rain to this island, and we've already had a game rained out more than once. Suddenly, our once-a-week game schedule is quickly turning into games on back-to-back nights to account for make-ups.
We finally had a game last week, which is why I have these photos in our impossibly-orange uniforms.
The game began well (although not on time, which is typical for Cayman, and never fails to frustrate me.) N and I both started, and although the other team scored first, it wasn't long thereafter that I caught a pass on a fast break, faked out my defender, and passed to N at the top of the key, who put it up for an easy two. Our victory dance (just kidding; there was no dance) was quickly interrupted by a clap of thunder, which meant only one thing: The downpour was near. A few seconds later, everyone was heading for cover, and with that, our two-minute, two-to-two game was postponed. So disappointing!
Anyway, the rainy spell can't last forever, so eventually our basketball season will get under way. I make no promises regarding stats, but I'm pretty sure it will be a ton of fun. Or at least, it will be memorable.
Jenn I am so proud of you for joining a basketball league!! Dominate with those skillz you still hold from your Flame days!
ReplyDeleteThis is so cool. I'm proud of you too! Have a blast! :D
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