Neighbors Euchre Night

June 19, 2010

We have euchre night with our neighbors every other month or so. We used to have the rule that whomever wins has to host the next euchre night. We hosted once in 2 years. Now the new rule is whomever loses has to host, and what do you know- we hosted again! hmmmm (That was Greg's doing- not mine.)

We have a loner winner

And ANOTHER!!!! Too bad Loucenda!

The payout

All the girls (and Doc???)

All the guys (and Loucenda)

Meeting Chris Quinn

June 16, 2010

Both boys went to Coffman HS's basketball camp this week. Today they got to meet Chris Quinn in person! In case you don't know, Chris went to Dublin Coffman where he played 4 years of varsity basketball. When he graduated he went on to Notre Dame University where he also played 4 years of b-ball. When he graduated from ND he was drafted by the Miami Heat. He played for the Heat and the NJ Nets and is now a free agent. He came to camp to talk to the kids and answer questions. He also runs his own camp here at Coffman. But the best part is that Greg coached Chris when he was a freshman on the varsity team! As soon as Chris saw Greg he came right over and gave him a big hug and called him "sir"!! :<) He was so nice to the boys and he showed great respect for Greg. Very impressive guy!

Ring My Bell

Columbus Clippers Game

June 14, 2010

One of Lucas's best friends, Owen, invited Lucas to go with him to a Clippers game. But this was no ordinary baseball game. Owen's parents had won a package at our parish auction fundraiser. The package was part of a" teacher time" group of packages where the teachers and staff donate time and do something fun with the kids. This package was for a trip to a Clippers game, for their kids and a friend each and included food and fun! Owen chose Lucas to go with him and Owen's brother Nic chose his friend Eddie. No one expected the fan fare they received when they were picked up though! Two vans with Mrs Iannarino - the awesome school nurse, her husband Deacon Don, one of their daughters, and Mrs. Crawford - the school secretary, and her hsuband! There were balloons hanging out the windows, the boys names painted on the windows, and "Take Me Out To The Ballgame blaring!!! It was so cute!! They really made the boys feel special!!! Take a look at some photos and a video I shot when they first arrived!

The boys with Mrs. Crawford, Deacon Don and his daughter.

Owen, Lucas, Nic, Eddie, Mrs. Iannarino, and Mrs. Crawford

OnOn their way with their treat bags!

At Huntington Park

Cotton Candy messy? No way!

One of the very cool living statues is pretending to be an army man from Toy Story!! How FUN!!

And a bounce house too???

Here is the video...

Cardinals Baseball Summer 2010

June 17, 2010

Cardinals win the DYA Major Championship!

Mac's summer baseball team this year is the Cardinals. This is the 7th year he has played for Coach Chris (and Greg as assistant coach) and played with several of the same boys! So this win was even more meaningful!!! They played the Indians and won 8 - 3 under the lights!! WAY TO GO guys!!!

In the dug out- Mac is number 8.

Batting

Playing third base.

Taking a break.

We WON!!!!

Coach talks to the team.

Awards Ceremony:

Zach and Mac

The Champions!!!

Mac with his coaches.

Zach and Jake and Mac (with Andrew peeking)

MArlins Baseball 2010

Marlins Baseball

Summer 2010

Lucas and Mac traded team names this year! Lucas was on the Cardinals last year and is on the Marlins this year. Mac was on the Marlins last year and is on the Cardinals this year. The Marlins this year are a machine pitch all second grade team. It's been a lot of fun and they had a great coach. Here are some shots of this past season for Lucas...

Lu did not enjoy the being the catcher. Luckily he only had to do it 3 times all season.

Lu and one of his best friends, Owen, played against each other this season.

Batter, Batter, Batter, Batter, Batter

Playing first in shorts because it was about 95 degrees!!

What a SWING!!!!