Farewell Celtics Basketball

I must admit today was mixed with joy and sadness.  As I tried to hold back the tears, I hugged my daughter as the tears ran down her face.  They lost to Orcutt for the 3rd spot in todays school basketball tourney but that was not the reason for the sadness and tears.  Today, on the 4th year of this journey, she will no longer wear the Saint Paticks Catholic School Celtics basketball uniform.  Season is over, and she will enter high school at another school next season.  Lord willing, she will wear another uniform and play basketball.

As she wept and said "I dont want to be over", I simply said that that I understand.  I hugged her and reminded her that this chapter is over and there will be more to write.

Here are some photos to mark the day...

A comparison from today, to her 5th grade rise to the 7th grade team...

 Towing the line and leading her team...

 The mighty Celtics team...

 Coaches Kristen and Claudia, thankful for these wonderful ladies and their dedication...

Ambers first youth basketball coach and Fire Captain Steve Gonzales.  First class dad and SP parent...  As he always says "I taught her everything she knows..."

Praise God for these wonderful folks and experiences along the way.  So grateful for everyone involved and especially Coach Rob Burt and Coach Horace Grant for giving her a start and letting her release this passion and gift.

Much thanks to my wife for supporting her and the teams along the way.

Many blessings to Ambers wonderful teammates and friends gained along the way.

We love you Amber and so proud of you...