Gay Games: Day Four

I got up early to see the 10K race but by the time I got there, it was over. I hope this won't be a recurring theme for my time here at the Chicago Gay Games.

I did run into my Frontrunners Philadelphia teammate Mike Z. and my Washington DC friend Jeffrey D.

My Gay Game competition debut was a success as my team, DC Philly United, beat the New York Ramblers B Team. I was the starting right back. I was fierce as no one could run pass me. I sent text messages to so many people afterward to brag about the win. What I didn't mention was that I had a head-to-head collision with my own goalie. He went down for a few minutes but he was OK. I was a little dizzy but I kept on playing.

We lost the second game to the Boston Strikers. It was a much more physical game. I acquired a few more bruises on my legs and right arm. I didn't think I play as well as I did in the first game. There was an instance on the second half that I wanted to come out to catch a breath but there was no substitutes available to come in for me. I managed to stay in for the rest of the game, but I didn't feel like I was at my best.

After the game, I immediately took the train going nearly all the way south to the University of Chicago campus to watch swimming. I saw Jim J and Jen H winning gold. I cheered for Roper, Dennis, Brian G, Brian C, Lane 6 Terry S, Rick H, Jim R, Keith. Had a great time sitting with teammates who were on in the pool.

I can't wait to start competing in swimming meets!