Football Across America Challenge Notes

Overview

• Teams: Two teams participating in a cross-continental soccer challenge.
• Objective: Complete challenges at soccer fields across three zones leading to California (final zone).

Zones and Challenges

• Zone Structure: The USA is divided into three zones.
• Final Zone: California
• Challenge Determination: Challenges are determined by a "Wheel of Challenges."
• First Team to Score a Touchdown: Complete all challenges first.

Initial Setup

• The first challenge involved traveling to a state chosen by the wheel.
• Equipment problems:
  • A deflated soccer ball due to packing errors.
  • Need to inflate the ball before traveling.
• Logistical difficulties (e.g., potential flight delays).

Challenges Faced

• Travel Issues:
  • Flights are hard to catch; teams need to manage time effectively.
  • Teams experience delays and issues at the airport (e.g., TSA lines).
• Challenge Details:
  • Initial challenge: Make 25 field goals.
  • Challenges evolve to include other tasks such as throwing a soccer ball over a distance, catching points, and more.

Flight Details

• Some flights were canceled, leading to challenges in progressing through zones.
• Teams experienced delays, ranging from weather to logistical issues.
• Importance of quick transitions between states and challenges.

Team Dynamics

• Friendly competition between teams, including playful sabotage ideas.
• Frustration and humor during challenges (e.g., jokes about abilities and past relationships).
• Teamwork is crucial, especially in high-pressure situations.

Challenges Completed

• Each team completed various challenges, but some took significantly longer than expected, often due to external factors like heat and skill levels.
• Teams had to adapt strategies based on challenges (e.g., switch who throws or catches).

Final Results

• Team Progress:
  • One team (TJ and Joe) was able to complete their challenges on time and secure a lead.
  • The other team (Logan and Tommy) faced numerous delays but were able to catch up later.
• Winning Conditions:
  • Logan and Tommy successfully completed their challenges and arrived in California first.

Reflection

• Overall, the challenge was an intense mix of travel, sports, and strategy, highlighting the importance of teamwork and adaptability.