Our Water Polo Stud

N REALLY didn't want to miss his water polo scrimmage on Friday, but his Scout troop was leaving at about the same time for their over-nighter. We arranged to drive him up to camp, if necessary, but his troop was still at the scoutmaster's house when we arrived late. Anyway, he has really been enjoying his swim team. They devote at least 1 day a week to learning water polo skills. Again, N has a huge advantage with his long arms. He can hold the ball up in the air completely out of reach. I mean, he still has to be aware of opponents, but it sure does give him a little more time to pass. He wants to continue learning about water polo. I'm hoping to find a clinic or something ... Oh, and he was worried about the 15 mile bike ride at scout camp. He's already done three 10-mile bike rides, one 15-mile bike ride, AND he's been conditioning with swim team 4 times a week. I told him he'd be fine. Aside from some hills on the trail, he said he did pretty good. His troop is currently working on the Bicycling merit badge. Btw, N has an awesome Scoutmaster! It's been a busy summer full of exercise for this kid.