Erik's Playing Soccer

Erik is trying soccer this Fall and is really enjoying it.  These pictures were taken at his first game.  He's doing really well considering he hasn't played before.  Many of the other boys have at least played a little.

Erik poses in the front yard in his soccer uniform	The Maroon Baboons play in the Northeast Youth Soccer League in Lawrence
Erik practices a kick in anticipation of his first game	Erik looks for a chance to get the ball
Erik attacking on the front line	The team gets ready for the next kickoff
Erik on defense	Erik in pursuit
Kristofer enjoys watching his brothers play sports but wonders when his turn is next
Erik and Simon attempt to clear the ball while JoJo gets ready at goalie	The official makes sure nobody gets hurt
Erik attempts a throw in: "Down the line" as Coach Johnson always says	Why is Erik running the opposite direction from the ball in this photo?
In this sequence, Eric retreats on defense...	...and then attempts to make a move on the opponent
Erik on defense	Clear the ball before he shoots it
The ball has been cleared	But the Green team gets the ball back again
Erik again on defense	He successfully clears the ball from his zone
Team show good sportsmanship after the game.  The Maroon Baboons win 8-3.	Coach Johnson tells Erik how well he did in his first game