LH Panther Mom
12-12-2004, 01:50 PM
Panthers, I don't know that any of you read the board, but I know some of your parents do. This is as much for them as it is for you. Parents, please share my thoughts with your boys or their teammates if you'd like. I'll try to keep it short.
Guys, hold your heads up high, because you have so much for which to be proud. Tony, you are the only 2004 player who has been on varsity since the inception of the LH football PROGRAM in the 2001 season - we only had football teams before. From district newcomer of the year, to the cheerleader for the defense, you will be sorely missed by all, but particularly your brothers on the field, both past & present. Dexter, what a phenomenal job you've done since 2002 as the leader of the monster crew. Your passing ability was exceptional - I've always told people you can & will pass when called upon to do so. Aric, I hated for you & the team that your season basically ended during the Wimblerley game. I hurt for you the last two weeks as I watched you hurting coming off the field, but I know you wanted to play, hurt or not. Ryan, what a huge accomplishment you've had. You became one of the state's leading rushers (over 2150 yds) & scorers (45 TD's). My heart went out to you yesterday when I hugged your neck. Michael, you've done it all & became one of the mainstays of the team. Logan, you helped create the "monster", stepping in for your past brothers.
To the rest of the seniors - Jason, Mingo, Kyle, Jehovah, Miguel, Jeremy, Joseph & Brandon - you may have come along to varsity later, but by playing scout team to some of the best, you definitely learned the meaning of the word "champion". To the juniors & two sophomores, take what you've learned, remember what got you where you were this year, and come back even stronger. Thomas, the "reins" to the monster will now be handed over to you. With 2-1/2 games under your belt, you've shown you're more than capable.
To the LH "has-beens", it was great to sit by ya'll yesterday and watch you cheer on your brothers. I know that Chris is truly sorry that he was not able to be there with you, though he was there in spirit. And just remember guys, it's much better to be a "has-been" than a "never-was".
Last, but definitely not least, Coach Vance and staff, I applaud you on the great things you have done for the players and fans. You have taught the teams Pride, Determination & Heart. We are truly lucky to have you
Now, I'll take you back to my regularly scheduled sig.
Guys, hold your heads up high, because you have so much for which to be proud. Tony, you are the only 2004 player who has been on varsity since the inception of the LH football PROGRAM in the 2001 season - we only had football teams before. From district newcomer of the year, to the cheerleader for the defense, you will be sorely missed by all, but particularly your brothers on the field, both past & present. Dexter, what a phenomenal job you've done since 2002 as the leader of the monster crew. Your passing ability was exceptional - I've always told people you can & will pass when called upon to do so. Aric, I hated for you & the team that your season basically ended during the Wimblerley game. I hurt for you the last two weeks as I watched you hurting coming off the field, but I know you wanted to play, hurt or not. Ryan, what a huge accomplishment you've had. You became one of the state's leading rushers (over 2150 yds) & scorers (45 TD's). My heart went out to you yesterday when I hugged your neck. Michael, you've done it all & became one of the mainstays of the team. Logan, you helped create the "monster", stepping in for your past brothers.
To the rest of the seniors - Jason, Mingo, Kyle, Jehovah, Miguel, Jeremy, Joseph & Brandon - you may have come along to varsity later, but by playing scout team to some of the best, you definitely learned the meaning of the word "champion". To the juniors & two sophomores, take what you've learned, remember what got you where you were this year, and come back even stronger. Thomas, the "reins" to the monster will now be handed over to you. With 2-1/2 games under your belt, you've shown you're more than capable.
To the LH "has-beens", it was great to sit by ya'll yesterday and watch you cheer on your brothers. I know that Chris is truly sorry that he was not able to be there with you, though he was there in spirit. And just remember guys, it's much better to be a "has-been" than a "never-was".
Last, but definitely not least, Coach Vance and staff, I applaud you on the great things you have done for the players and fans. You have taught the teams Pride, Determination & Heart. We are truly lucky to have you
Now, I'll take you back to my regularly scheduled sig.