A Personal Narrative Of A Soccer Player

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We already had to drive one hour to the field, furthermore, Bishop McNamara changed the location and time of the game. My team sought to win the last game of the season.We, Pvi girls JV soccer, came out strong,but still needed to play hard. The two quick forwards scored early in the game. Hannah, the athletic, dedicated defender was determined to score. I was looking at the field, and saw an opening in the space. I took the run and my long-legged aid gave me the ball. It was an excellent pass, a little ahead so I could run onto it. I seized my space and used a few quick moves and escaped from the slow, untrained defenders of Bishop McNamara. I ran into the opening and took a shot. It was strong and low, right in the left corner. The keeper

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