The Viking struggles continue, as we dropped 2 close games 1-3 and 1-2, respectively. The girls are still not used to the physical play that is allowed here in Europe, but despite this, we have played well. In yesterday's second game, a phantom PK led to us being down 2-1 and then late in the game we ended up with only 10 players on the field due to injuries. Obviously, not the ideal situation, but the girls worked hard.
Unfortunately, my hospital visit streak is still alive; three trips and three hospital visits. We took Elena to the hospital for x-rays on her ankle after she was blasted with a ball on it, which caused her to roll it pretty bad. The good thing was that the x-rays were negative and did not show any signs of a fracture. She's now on crutches and European crutches takes some getting used to. They are the kind that Tiny Tim uses in "A Christmas Carol" so I've taken to calling her Tiny Tim, Bob Cratchit, the Ghost of Christmas Past, and all other characters from the famous story.
Elsewhere on the injury front Maggie's knee and Lily's head kept them on the shelf for this morning's game. Despite only having 10 players on the field we played well, but came up short this morning. We still have one more game in group play this afternoon and then on to the playoffs.
It's tough to get a pulse on the girls. They are obviously frustrated with the results on the field, but they quickly are able to get past that soon after the game. Maybe is a gender thing, or then again, it could just be me.
Until next time...
Hogie
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Tough breaks on the games, apparently, and even tougher on the girls. Hope they are all healing well and quickly.
ReplyDeleteOn the bright side, even though they are unaccustomed to the European intensity, the attempts to elevate to that degree will reflect well upon their return to the States and CSL play. I think the CSL had best watch out for NNHS in the days to come.
Continue to give your best efforts and the games will take care of themselves.
BTW, Coach Hogie, after listing the earlier injuries, saying "It's tough to get a pulse on the girls" can be a little unsettling. :)
Our support and good thoughts are with you all and always.
John & Pam Nikitow