Relaxing at the Shallenbergers

We played two games at the BYU invitational down in Provo on Saturday. With the first game scheduled at 10 AM and the second at 6 PM, there was plenty of down time...so what to do on a wet day in between?

Never fear...the Shallenberger family was gracious to host the team at their house near the BYU campus for lunch and some relaxation. Ute freshman, Anne Shallenberger and her parents, Steve and Roxanne were great hosts. There was plenty to eat, movies, resting and even a birthday cake for "young" coach, Rich Manning, who was celebrating another birthday.

The Shallenbergers have some adventure in them and have set up some "fun" rides and exercises in their yard...a zip line, a swing and a human sling shot. And we were determined to try some of these out... check out the photos and videos!


Lauren Dudley rides the zip line!



Coach Manning celebrates his birthday with a wild swing ride!




Anne Shallenberger gets raised up before trying the big swing at her house!\








Hannah Turpen gets some advice and encouragement from Steve Shallenberger and Shay Kennedy.
















Coach Manning blows out the many candles on his birthday cake.

Happy Birthday, Christine!

Well, Friday morning workouts started off with a rousing rendition of "Happy Birthday, Christopher"....as we celebrated #20 for sophomore defender, Christine Quinn!

Chris is a very hard worker and one of the most improved players on the team. Fellow sophomore, Morgan Skeen, brought Chris a birthday present of some "Bling"...a big gold necklace and gold teeth...We are busy looking for a photo, but think Christine's family would appreciate this happy photo for now.

Have a great day, Christine. Those teen years are now in the rear view mirror.