Thursday, October 2, 2025

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Jump In With Jacob 2 October

Guys, it finally happened—I officially laced up the boots again for the first time in what seemed like an eternity when I made my Night Soccer debut a few weeks ago.

It almost felt like a foreign experience. Beyond my clear regression in skill, I genuinely thought I might pass out after the first minute of play, because as enjoyable and relaxing as my time out of the game has been, it's definitely left a huge void in my physical activity. But maybe this experience was the slap in the face I needed to get properly active again.

When I first moved to the Burdekin, I hit the ground running, keen to dip my toe into the array of sports the region has on offer. That eagerness, for whatever reason, plateaued, and I've found myself fully embracing a lifestyle devoid of strenuous activity. Now, I guess it's time to rekindle that enthusiams—and, as aforementioned, what better place to do it?

Beyond showing me first-hand how unfit I am, sport offers a place to connect. In a town with such a love for all things sports, it's no wonder the community is so connected. Whether a spectator or a player, beyond the cheers and jeers, highs and lows, it's crazy how much a ball, white lines and some goals/hoops/nets can bring people together.

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