![Screenshot_20241109_192842_Chrome.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmVzzuPmFrhpX96FCKrVbFVkS846bHCfZmAsxBmkCKXP6Q/Screenshot_20241109_192842_Chrome.jpg) BEING PRESENTED WITH MY GAME SHIRT BEFORE KICKOFF Today marked my 300th game for the club—a milestone that’s been a long time coming, and one that’s left me humbled and, admittedly, a bit sore. After not playing regularly since 2015 when my son was born, I’d only turned up for the occasional veterans’ game. But something about this season called me back, and I decided it was time to buckle up the boots for one last hoorah, determined to play the remaining five competitive games I needed to breach the 300 mark. ![Screenshot_20241108_195056_Chrome.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmS7QaBAboDg2YPTrsWmcNx9sqz5iat2jVYzvoCLBSYXXy/Screenshot_20241108_195056_Chrome.jpg) WHEN I CAPTAINED THE TEAM IN 2012 Stepping back onto the pitch, it was like picking up where I left off. The camaraderie, the laughs, and the sheer joy you get from being part of a physical sport with friends who’ve been there with you through it all—there’s simply nothing like it. Yet, as much as my spirit feels alive, my body has definitely been paying the price. Even my fingers are aching as I write this, a reminder of the toll this game can take, especially when you’re no longer in your twenties. ![Screenshot_20241108_202011_Chrome.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmUkbSJsy1ucbKgEgjuBCoqoFZhmEWdD4ugEDoNUC32xF4/Screenshot_20241108_202011_Chrome.jpg) 16yrs ago.... Having my family there today, with my wife and kids cheering me on, was the best reward. We managed to grind out a hard-fought victory against a rival team, and the feeling of lifting that club cap after reaching this milestone is something I’ll never forget. There are so few who make it to 300 games, and I’m proud to now be part of that select club. I thought this run would be the end of it, but who knows? I’ve enjoyed it so much that I just might carry on for the rest of the season—and perhaps even next year. ![Screenshot_20240607_220601_Chrome.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmNvFkw4GaqZmEzhFgTP5AyLoJrcT2b7diFeUejbLPMZPB/Screenshot_20240607_220601_Chrome.jpg) ![Screenshot_20220214-214651_Chrome.jpg](https://images.hive.blog/DQmZP2jC4LH2SBXTKPcY2vSYmwpzBwqm3sSFRMmqYUZEvuQ/Screenshot_20220214-214651_Chrome.jpg) 40+yr old, trying to shift a few pounds and sharing his efforsts on the blockchain. Come find me on [STRAVA](https://www.strava.com/athletes/20624817) or actifit, and we can keep each other motivated . ![Screenshot_20240813_202407_Chrome.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmZBMH9pp7n1JrKcVjnMybTyGJRSsZqfXxGmvLXGjpCGHv/Screenshot_20240813_202407_Chrome.jpg) Proud member of #teamuk. Teamuk is a tag for all UK residents, ex-pats or anyone currently staying here to use and get a daily upvote from the community. While the community actively encourages users of the platform to post and use the tag, remember that it is for UK members only. Come join the community over on the discord channel- [HERE](https://discord.gg/D2zBEV4R)

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