NATIONAL CHAMPS!!!

Well, where do I start? My heart is full to over-flowing. I am so proud of my Wildcats!!! Tonight turned out a little differently than I thought. I had originally planned to spend the evening with the Porters, but ended up at my friend Heidi's. I'd like to explain how that switch occured. I have struggled with my emotions through this whole thing. I feel a little silly saying that, but I don't think I can explain how much I support this team. I pray for them and put my whole heart into their games. I have watched every game through the tournament by myself. I have been quiet and introspective. I have screamed and hollared. I have jumped up and down, etc. I just started realizing today that I didn't think I could watch this game with other people. I didn't have it in me to be social. I had decided that I would just purchase the game and watch it on my computer. I was sharing this with Heidi on the way home and she said, "Why don't you watch it at my house?" We have 2 TV's so you can have the basement to yourself. It ended up being the perfect solution. I know the Porters were more than willing to have me and I hope they know how much I appreciate the offer, but I knew, I needed to be by myself. I sat with tears streaming down my face as the girls were given their awards. Their tears, joy and exuberance was so enjoyable to watch. Steph Culp won the tournament hustle award and Liz Howerth won the tournament MVP; two huge honors! The win wasn't as pretty as they probably would have liked. After Monday night's shooting clinic against Cedarville, we struggled on offense, but everyone knows that defence wins championships and tonight that certainly held true. We held a team that averages 80 pts. a game to 33 pts. Can't beat that! To the Lady Kats ~ Congruatulations! There is no more deserving team! You've certainly given us a fairy tale season; undefeated 38-0! To my best friend Sue ~ Congratulations; now get home and take care of your dog! She's driving me nuts and hogging the bed! :)