One thing I've noticed a lot this year that I want to share with everyone is the good sportsmanship and team-like spirit that the Vikings have been exhibiting. There have been multiple occasions that I have noticed one of our players helping another team's player up off the ground, have noticed someone on our team patting the back of another player and have noticed multiple times the high fives and hand slaps between teammates going on and off the field. I'm sure most of you would agree that the score on the board is less important to me than the life lessons of sportsmanship that our boys are learning and seeing modeled this year.
This week's game was dedicated to Mr. James Whitby, Jr., James Whitby's dad, who passed away this past week. We are all saddened by this loss and extend our deepest sympathies to the family, and in particular to James, who is such an important part of our team-family.
This week the Vikings will scrimmage the Donelson Warriors on Thursday night in preparation for Saturday's game against Portland.
Photos from Mr. Beck are located here. My photos were not very good this week as I had some equipment issues before the game and had to shoot with a different lens. The ones that are available are located here. I apologize in advance for the quality. I have since fixed the problem and we'll *hopefully* be back on track for next week's game.
Following the game, quite a few of the boys and coaches went dirt bike riding and camping over in Chapmansboro. A snipe hunt ensued and it is my understanding that the leader of the hunt got a bit directionally challenged so no snipes were located. After eating LOTS of hamburgers, hot dogs and snacks, the boys, coaches and others passed out in the wee hours of the morning only to be up with the sun for more dirt bike riding, breakfast and breaking down of camp. I'm certain the bonding and fellowship time will be remembered for years by all who were able to attend.
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