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May 5-6, 2015: And this is how it ends

"Alright, we have Cloricia Teixeira here and we're ready to take any questions." Said the PR guy.

I sat down and heard nothing but mumbling all around me. I didn't want to look at any of them. I have so much going through my mind right now. It wasn't just about not making the playoffs, it was about the future of this team and my future as a whole....it scared me honestly.

"First question? How about you?"

"So, the season is over for the mayors now with a big upset on not making theplayoffs. What do you think went wrong this season?"

I took a deep breath to try to calm down. Then I spoke.

"I mean, it's obvious that the injuries didn't help at all and we had to use what we had....but....we still never gave up and we kept playing through it all.....so I think it's also important to remember that."

The next question was asked: "Would you say that this was probably your best season yet and what do you think are your chances with signing on again to this team?"

"Um....I'm happy.....with how I performed this season....I feel like I made some improvements and I hope to do more to help my team win."

The next question: "You seem to have missed the last question about you signing back with this team? Are you saying that you wouldn't want to play for any other team?"

"No, that's not what I'm saying."

"Then what are you saying?"

"I just.....I'm saying.......next question."

More mumbling. Then, the next question: "So, if you don't go back to the Mayor's, then what team do you want to play for?"

I realized that the questions weren't going to get any easier from there, so I decided to stop this stupid game they were playing.

"You know..." I started. "I just finished a really tough season with injuries, doubters, crazy companies getting on my nerves, family issues, and many other things that I'm sure you all would have a field day about.....but I'm not here to talk about that right now.....I'm gonna handle that stuff later....right now, I'm here to talk about the game we just won and how we all can learn from this crazy.....stupid year. So, if you want to talk about that, I'm all ears, if not, then I'll see you next season."

The room was silent.....so....I got up and left.

I stayed at my apartment that whole night. Teresa was in another room answering phone calls the whole time. Me? I was watching a movie. It kinda helped with my nerves. I would stay and help my best friend....but, the calls she was making....calls that could potentially determine my future in the FBA......that wasn't really a subject I was looking forward to talk about.

The movie kept going and I wasn't paying attention to any of it. Instead, I took the time to really sit back and think about, well, everything that happened in this crazy season. First there was the strike, which I think ruined everyone's day, hell maybe even month, and how did I spend it? I went back to my old home and sat around my old room and played basketball at a park. Luckily no one really recognized me or I probably would've been robbed or something. Anyway, my unexpected vacation took a surprising turn when I found Teresa. I think it's safe to say that seeing her wasted in a bar wasn't much of a surprise. That wasn't the first time I had seen that. Teresa was always a party animal with no limits, but all that kind of changed when she appeared in my life again. Now, she's talking on the phone for me and helping me determine where I might play next year.

Then, the FBA came back, starting with that weird Howlereen game. I remember wearing those silly witch costumes with Teresa in the stands. I bet people recognized me then. Anyway, the real reason we came was to see Wendy play, and sadly her team really didn't do too well. Wendy didn't really seem to care though, which kind of made sense since it was just an exhibition game anyway. Wow, I just realized that game was also Teresa's first FBA game....and we went in witch costumes. Of course the two crazy coyote girls would do that.

Once games were starting, I remember things got a bit...awkward in the locker room....and by awkward, I mean with Josh Green. Do I still love him?....I mean, yes, but....but also no. I just know that we can't be together and I can accept that....I did accept that.....I moved on, I grew up......but then christmas came.....and he got me the perfect gift....I think Josh has gotten over it way faster than me.....he's probably not sitting alone thinking of me like I am right now....god, I'm such a girl. That christmas wasn't just about Josh either. That was also when I meet that jerk Mike. Teresa just had to convince me to go out with her. Probably wouldn't have to deal with this problem if I never would've gone out.

Well, after my first failed attempt with getting some brand deals, I know I caught everyone's attention when I got my first "player of the game" ever! Man.....I don't think I'll ever forget that game. Just, that amazing feeling when I shot that ball to send us into overtime. I just....never felt so alive....like I really belonged in the FBA.....but, I knew the feeling couldn't last forever. Literally the next game already proved that we were in deep trouble at that part of the season. Everyone was injured and our record was just getting worse.

Then all-star weekend came along. At first, it was a fun time, but I already had a lot on my mind before walking into that building. All those deals I declined, just so I could solidify something with infuriade. Then, they ended up not even calling me back. The night got even weirder when I saw Mike again trying to sell me this crazy idea.....well.....it doesn't sound all that crazy. I would be helping out my neighborhood, and who knows, maybe the camp will do really well....but I don't know anything about running a camp....he did say that he would help me though. Then I remember what talking to Emina did for me. She was very helpful in how I should conduct my life. How I shouldn't be so focused on flash and stardom, but instead what is best for the team.

And so.....here we are. I played my hardest for the rest of the season until it was finally over and our chances of making the playoffs were gone. Now, I'm technically not on a FBA team.....and to be honest, that really scares me. I know I was feeling vulnerable, but when I really thought about it, I knew that there was still something that I could do. So, I picked up my phone and dialed the number.

"Hello?" I said.

"Hey, this is Mike Duncan. May I ask who is calling?"

"It's...it's me. Cloricia Teixeira."

"oh...OH, CLORICIA! Hi, how are you? I'm glad you called."

"Yea, hey. I'm fine....um, so how is the camp idea going?"

"Oh.....um....it's....pretty good. I'm just still working on some legal things and what not, but it's still going well."

"Okay, if you really want my support on this then you're gonna have to tell me the truth."

"....alright, no, I'm not doing too well on this camp thing.......honestly, I could really use your help."

There was a short pause. I wanted to help him, but my trust in him was still very uncertain.

"Um.....Mike?" I said.

"Yea?"

"Why do you want to open this camp? Especially in a place like Holyoak?"

"It's for the kids really? This place right now....it's not doing well. I've seen too many young lives ruined just because they hang out with the wrong group. They need something....someone to bring them together."

I took in a deep breath and looked down. I hated that he was right......maybe I should just do this. Not for my own benefit, but maybe....for his.

"I'll do it." I said.

"Do what?"

"It."

"It?"

"You know, the camp thing. I'll do it. I'll give you the money."

"Oh! Oh my! Thank you! Thank you so much miss. You won't regret this!"

"I better not."

"You won't. I promise.

"Good."

I was then interrupted by Teresa knocking on my door. I saw her slightly concerned face and knew that it was important.

"Okay....I have to go now. Bye."

I hung up before Mike could say anything and looked at Teresa.

"What's up?" I said.

"Who was that?" She asked.

"Just....something that I need to take care of, that's all."

"Okay....well, I got a few teams on the phone so......you ready to get this summer started?"

I took another deep breath. I couldn't be scared anymore. I know that I worked my hardest this past season, so I should be ready to face the rewards and the consequences.

"Yea.....I'm ready."

The End