Right after our last game on Sunday at the Spring Games in Osh Kosh.

We won that one, going 1-2 for the state tournament. We played very well as a team against some high level competition. In that, our season finale, they took it up on themselves to make sure that everyone was able to sink a basket.

These men are genuinely bonded to one another. They play for each other, pray for each other, share the ball, pick each other up and do their best for the Hawks. They love to be together on and off the court. They are a true joy to coach as athletes and to know as individuals.

Once the other game was finished, and the first and second place teams left the podium, our Hawks were called up.

Third in state.

Each had their name announced and then received their bronze medal, placed around their neck.

An all affirming adventure of learning, working together, supporting one another and building a true and lasting fellowship.

Through thick and thin.

Some pains and sprains, soothed and healed by genuine love and a lot of laughter.

Brothers all of different mothers.

Made to be loved as sons.