I don't know whats been keeping me away from writing in this blog, maybe its been the sheer fatigue from having six tournaments in a row, or maybe it was the obsession in the amount of fun that I was having every day at practice and at tournaments with the team, but all I know is that I feel the obligation to write about what this season has been all about.
Two weeks ago, at the UPA New Jersey State Championships, Watchung Hills took second place with a 11-15 loss to Columbia. For years, my dream been to place first at States. It's hard to believe that in my four years of high school ultimate, I have never achieved it. With my senior year of school coming to an end, I have finally realized that I no longer have that chance to finally take that dream.
That leaves me to the question of, "what does ultimate frisbee mean to me now?". For the longest time I have had no second thoughts about doing that extra sprint, lifting that extra weight, and injuring myself at every tournament, because it was for my team. But recently I have lost my motivation for anything, whether it be working out or even simply finishing my homework after school.
But I remind myself that graduation means nothing. No matter where I go, Rutgers or NYU or wherever, I will still be a part of Warrior Ultimate. That is my reason for my thirst now to be an even better ultimate player. When people ask me where I played, I will proudly say "Watchung Hills". Whatever team I play on, Watchung Hills will be represented.
So yeah, I know its a little late, and I apologize for being so, but I think I can finally say a proper good bye to Warrior Ultimate, because I know in truth that it doesn't matter if I'm out on the field or I'm out somewhere miles away, I will still be a part of Warrior Ultimate.
Peace out from your captain
Brian Li
Warrior Ultimate
Captain 07-09
Rookie of the Year 2006
MVP 2008
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3 comments:
You were a great captain and are a great friend. Being there with you these past 3 years, through the sweat and tears...we both know it's impossible to put into words. Everyone had their eyes on you this year and you stepped up to the challenge, surpassing expectations and truly representing our team. Believe me when I say I've respected you since my freshman year and if it were not for your influence, I would not be working nearly as hard as I have been...nor would anyone on the team for that matter. Without your help, I would not be the PERSON that I am today, let alone player. Thank you for everything.
We'll take that dream in 2010.
Brian,
I am proud to say that you did an amazing job these past four years. You have improved so much from when I first met you and glad to know you both as a player and as a person. Good luck with whatever the future holds. Best of luck,
Anthony Nunez
MVP 2009
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