Sunday, June 12, 2011

No Finish

I don't remember how many years ago I first heard the two words "no" and "finish" put together in a term that people use. I do know, for a fact, that I first heard it used in hockey. I do remember, however unfortunately, that this term was labeled to me.

I can recall that when we used to play hockey, I scored and scored a lot. I'm not bragging, but that was the fact. I used to score upwards of 10 goals by myself in a single game. And then, I stopped playing for a period of time, and everything took a turn.

After a while, I found myself to be more of a pass first person - a playmaker, so to speak. Not only in hockey, but my playmaking ability translated to soccer too. So, very often now, I don't see the net as well as I see the pass. I don't really mind, but sometimes I do want to score.

Fast forward to today. I was so excited, but so nervous about the soccer game. If you read my post yesterday, my goal was to score three times. I can genuinely say I had the chance to score 5 or 6 times, but passed it up by either passing, not taking the shot, or having the goal jacked from me (haha!).

Other than these opportunities, I felt my game was abysmal. Sure I make some decent passes and carry a few good rushes up the field, but it was definitely not my best showing of abilities in a soccer game.

Regardless, the English side won ~10 to 2. Like I said, the scoring was down significantly, but in reality it still wasn't close.

Again, we have people asking for rematches; and I'd me remised if I didn't plan one in the near future. I love some healthy and friendly competition. It pumps me up. However, this time, I had...

... no finish.

EDIT: gosh, I'm sleepy.. so many spelling/grammar mistakes!