Soccer has become America’s new pastime, particularly if you have young kids. Last year, Mallory started soccer in our local AYSO League, which is perhaps the most professional “amateur” organization I’ve ever seen. She started in U-5 (under 5 years old) where 3 on 3 girls scrum up and down the field aimlessly, sometimes stopping to pick a daisy. Flash forward only one year, and Mallory has blossomed into a determined soccer player. She played a great season on her U-7 team “The Lightning Bolts” and constantly improved throughout the season, learning to play intense defense and developing a nose for scoring goals.  Enjoy the highlight reel….