Waiting in the emergency department for x-rays.
I love this guy. Yesterday's soccer match saw a potential hand injury so we spent some time checking to see whether anything was broken or just bruised. Fortunately it was the later.....big relief considering Aussie Rules finals are looming, and soccer nationals not much later so definitely not a great time for injury.
So just some pain and discomfort for a few days no doubt.
We front up to australian football today and I was impressed at how well he was marking which is one of his great skills, brilliant playing and kicking a few goals as well......considering his condition.
After the game, I asked how the hand was going and he said in a casual manner "excruciating"then a pause, followed by the following remark:-
The pain of losing is would be worse than the pain of my hand. A true captain and inspiration to me and his mates.
Less than 24 hours after the hand is hurt and he is carrying one of his team mates up the hill
after the game as he had a sore leg! Then shortly afterwards, scooping up his little brother and sister for a cuddle and helping them to the car. He is a gentle and strong all at the same time.
He commands the respect of his team, coaches and opposition due to his character and ability. He is
such a perfect combination of guts, compassion, leadership and courage. He is an inspiration to me.....a true champion.
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