Kayden
We lost again in Game 2. Losing in Game 1 wasn't that bad, but when we lost in Game 2, I started having doubts about winning the Cup.
But Coach Reddick and Rhys still had hope as they continued to push us, and after losing, the practice continued.
That evening, after the rigorous session, we were all relaxing for a moment. Everyone looked tired. Their faces were drawn, their movements slower than usual when we were pushing through drills.
Rhys, who had continuously given words of assurance, seemed worn down by it all.
I could feel the toll the games had taken on him just by watching the way he skated, the way his usual steady confidence had a quiet edge of frustration underneath.
If it were in the past, he would have screamed at everyone because I know he hates failure, but even after the second loss, he still hadn't blamed anyone.
