The REAL Game

In the summer, while most kids were enjoying the break from school, Lex and her team were hard at work.  They had practice at SIX in the morning.  It was necessary if they were going to beat the heat since the school didn't have air conditioning.  In addition to learning all of their routines for the year, they had the chance to perform a routine they learned at camp for a SLC REAL Soccer Game. 

The girls caught the team bus early in the morning.  They spent the day practicing at Jordan High School in SLC.  They also were given their Lancelle Jackets that day after practice.  It was official.  They were a team.

 

Sorry I cut Alix out of this next pic. :)

We were smack dab in the middle of summer and boy was it HOT at the game.  But, luckily at half time, the sun started going down and there was finally shade. 

Girls from all over the state participated in the event.  It was a powerful sight to see them all entering the field.  Whenever there are that many dancers in one place, we always joke, "Think about all the money that was spent to get them there; lessons, costumes, recital fees, travel, etc."  Dance is not an inexpensive sport, but it is so much fun to watch.  I love watching the girls express themselves through dance and seeing their self confidence grow.  As long as the girl loves dance, it is money well spent!

Lex has two great coaches.  These ladies love the girls with all their hearts.  They put so much time and effort into coaching them.  The girls value them in their lives and can feel of their love and concern.

 

And... since this blog is totally out of order, I'm including some of Lexie's Lancelle pics in this same post.  She is lucky to be part of such a great team.