Through the Years
July- Freshman Year
Shay
Think you’re slick, Mr. Leblanc??
Mav
Shit my cover’s blown. What or who gave it away?
Shay
It took me all of two minutes watching your team in the weight room to spot your tattoos.
Mav
So, what I’m hearing is that you were watching me.
Shay
That's what you got from that.
Mav
Absolutely!
Shay
Mav
Roll your eyes all you want, still doesn’t take away from the fact that you were checking me out.
Shay
In your dreams Leblanc.
Mav
Nightly
Shay
I don’t think my mom realizes who she gave my number to.
Mav
I think she’s well aware of who she gave it to.
Shay
We’ll see about that.
August- Freshman Year
Mav
Will you be at the party tonight?
Shay
I didn’t get an invite.
Mav
Lucky for you, my cousin lives at the wolves den… so I can invite who I want.
Shay
Is that so?
Mav
Yup! So I’m cordially inviting you.
Shay
Cordially?! Didn’t realize you were such a linguist.
Mav
I have excellent oral skills.
Shay
…
Mav
You asked.
Shay
Did no such thing.
Mav
Mmm I remember it differently.
Shay
Back to the party…
Mav
Ah yes… what time should I pick you up?
Shay
What makes you think I want to go?
Mav
You just practically begged me to go.
Shay
You have a real twisted comprehension.
Shay
I’ll see you there.
September- Freshman Year
Shay
Thanks for last night.
Mav
Anytime, you got this. It’s just first game jitters.
Shay
Okay well I may need last night’s pep talk before every season.
Mav
I got you… Same time and place next year.
Shay
Actually, I may need it again before the regular season too.
Mav
No problem. Like I said… I got you.
Mav
Now take a deep breath and remember who you are.
Shay
Remind me one more time who that is?
Mav
Little Moore. The best point guard in the nation. Future WNBA record breaker. A legend in the making.
Shay
Thanks Mav. Can you see my smile across campus?
Mav
No but I can picture it…
Later That Day...
Mav
18 points and 5 assists in your first game… are you even real?
Shay
Stahhp it!
Mav
I’m serious, that was unreal.
Shay
Wait, were you there? I thought y’all had a really important practice.
Mav
We did, I made it for the second half.
Shay
I was shocked my dad missed practice to come.
Mav
He’s a good dad. He was where he should be. Joey even let me give him a fist bump after the game.
Shay
I’m surprised he didn’t tell me. He’s your biggest fan after he saw your first fight on the ice last week.
Mav
I'm such a good influence.
January- Freshman Year
Shay
You good? Spent quite a lot of time in the bin tonight…
Mav
Yeah, I’m good.
Mav
Thought you were traveling to FSU for your game…
Shay
Was able to catch some of it on the bus… You put on quite a show.
Mav
Just for you, Little Moore.
Shay
You didn’t know I was watching.
Mav
I know you couldn’t resist.
Shay
Literally the most conceited person I know.
Mav
You love it…
Mav
Good luck. Kick some ass this weekend!
November– Sophomore Year
Mav
So I know that pep talk was about you killing it in your first game tomorrow, but I can’t get over hearing you sing.
Shay
You weren’t supposed to hear that.
Mav
Well I’m thankful for Airpods and the maintenance guy who Wd’40’d the gym door because now I know something new about you, Little Moore.
Mav
All Star baller who could easily be the next American Idol.
Shay
Okay… extra AF per usual, Mav. I’m decent but not that good.
Mav
I beg to differ.
Shay
Well you know I get nervous on the basketball court much less on a stage… not happening.
Mav
Alright, alright. But if you ever want to come over and sing me a bedtime lullaby just let me know.
Shay
Is that how you lure all the girls into the wolves den of pleasure?
Mav
Nah babe, no luring needed .
December- Sophomore Year
Shay
Merry Christmas Mav!
Mav
Merry Christmas to you too.
Shay
Joey loved the USA National Parks puzzle you sent him.
Mav
Good… tell him I want a picture of it once it’s done.
Shay
How’s Christmas on the ranch?
Mav
We actually drove over to Charlotte and spent it with my mom in the city. But we’re heading back to Cane Creek this evening.
Shay
Nice, well enjoy the short break. I happen to have an inside scoop from your coach and let’s just say he’s going to work the Christmas cookies out of y’all come Monday.
Mav
Oh I have no doubt. Even more reason to eat this whole container of snickerdoodles my mom made.
Shay
Sounds delicious.
Mav
What’s your favorite Christmas cookie?
Shay
Do little Debbie Christmas trees count? Because I think I have an addiction.
Mav
Fucking love those. Did you know they make a double size one?
Shay
Of course… I’m a connoisseur.
Mav
The ever talented… you never cease to amaze me.
Shay
brB heading to the store to get another box.
April- Sophomore Year
Shay
Thanks again for walking Sy and me home. I don’t know how I was going to manage that on my own.
Mav
My pleasure… not like the women’s b-ball house is far . How is she feeling?
Shay
Currently hugging my toilet .
Mav
Oh man! Glad she’s staying the night at your place. She’ll need your help.
Mav
Just DoorDash'd you some Gatorade and snacks.
Shay
Stop, you did not have to do that!
Mav
Too late… no backsies.
Shay
Thank you, Mav…
Fifteen Minutes Later…
Shay
Okay, did you buy the whole damn store?
Mav
Couldn’t decide.
Shay
Chips Ahoy too! You're too good.
Mav
Figured it’s going to be a long night for you… needed to keep you fueled up.
Shay
Wish me luck!
Mav
September- Junior Year
Shay
I appreciate you saving me tonight. I felt like I was going to throw up.
Mav
No problem, point guard. I knew you would crush it, but I also couldn’t help myself. I love that song. Who knew Bradley Cooper could sing?!
Shay
Still can’t believe I actually sang in front of all those people.
Mav
Incredible right? I mean it’s nothing like scoring the game winning point, but it’s a different type of rush.
Mav
Alright give me the truth… did you like it?!
Shay
Maybe a teeny bit
Mav
Yes!!! We have another to add to the Karaoke night crew!
Shay
You’re pushing it.
Mav
Well the invites always there.
Shay
Thanks Mav.
February- Junior Year
Mav
So now you aren’t even speaking to me if he’s around?
Shay
I know that we know our texts are innocent, but he wasn’t too happy when he saw our conversation in the middle of the night this past weekend.
Mav
They were innocent… You love him. What’s the problem?
Shay
I know, but I’m trying to put myself in his shoes.
Mav
Ok.
Shay
Don’t be like that…
Mav
I don’t know how to act. None of my other friends have stipulations about when they can text me. So just hit me when you can, Little Moore.
Shay
You’re right, it shouldn’t be like that. I’ll talk to him.
Mav
Better yet, he can come talk to me if he has an issue.
Shay
Mav… not a good idea.
April- Junior Year
Shay
So, I know you don’t need pep talks like “some people”… aka me but I’m going to give you one anyway.
Shay
You’ve got this! I believe in you 110% percent and more importantly, so does your team.
I’ve seen the way they look to you for guidance and leadership.
That not only says so much about your skill level but also your reputation as a captain.
I have no doubt you will lead them straight to that Frozen Four trophy by the end of the day.
Mav
You don’t know how much I needed that. I’m feeling the nerves today.
Shay
Some nerves are a good thing. Use them as fuel. You’ve got this, Leblanc!
Mav
Thank you, Little Moore.