As my nephews become young men, their passion for soccer only increases. Just two years ago, they were playing on small patches of grass in a neighborhood park. Now, they’ve graduated to the harsh dirt fields of the local school league. [flickr]http://www.flickr.com/photos/nathangibbs/4600045691/[/flickr] On Saturday, Angel (#4) scored his first goal ever in a game. The team had been on a losing streak and this win was a big lift for the group. [flickr]http://www.flickr.com/photos/nathangibbs/4600661758/[/flickr] [flickr]http://www.flickr.com/photos/nathangibbs/4600659328/[/flickr] [flickr]http://www.flickr.com/photos/nathangibbs/4600040067/[/flickr] Benjamin (#7) is the team captain and managed to play just about every position during the game. [flickr]http://www.flickr.com/photos/nathangibbs/4600045019/[/flickr] [flickr]http://www.flickr.com/photos/nathangibbs/4600042253/[/flickr] [flickr]http://www.flickr.com/photos/nathangibbs/4600656696/[/flickr] Alex protected the goal and made some strong plays. [flickr]http://www.flickr.com/photos/nathangibbs/4600038069/[/flickr] [flickr]http://www.flickr.com/photos/nathangibbs/4600660676/[/flickr] [flickr]http://www.flickr.com/photos/nathangibbs/4600658590/[/flickr]