Time has been going by so fast, and I can’t believe I am starting my second semester of my sophomore year. It felt like it was yesterday when I was getting ready to leave for my first year and take on the challenge of Gordon College soccer tryouts. (I ended up making the team, thanks to God). Just like last year, this fall was no different - I had to tackle preseason. I came into the 2023 fall feeling uncertain about the soccer season and school year. The previous coach decided to leave, and it hurt because not only is he a great coach, but he is someone we could all count on outside of soccer. So, the team started the summer off with no coach but with the certainty that we would give our all in the fall. In the end, Gordon found a great head coach and assistant who propelled us to a level that enabled us to play like prime FC Barcelona. Unfortunately, we lost in the quarterfinals to a team we should’ve beaten, but that's the beauty of sports - upsets can happen and anyone can win. In the spring of 2023, I decided to take some business classes to broaden my options, and I’ve always been interested in this field as well as kinesiology. I decided to major in business management because one day I plan on owning or helping people manage the right way. I still enjoy kinesiology, and I haven’t decided on a minor yet, so that is a possibility. In the near future I plan on participating in Gordon’s mission trips. Everyone who has gone has said that it is an unforgettable experience, and I would like to go on one before I graduate. All in all, I am extremely grateful for MVYouth and everyone who participates in making everything possible.