But we are here to develop strong academic programs, and we are not going to put all of our emphasis and resources into one program. We are going to support all programs. Area coaches and principals agree that Basin schools are not as competitive in other sports, like basketball or tennis. And they are not sure they want the problems inherent in larger schools. From the lines at the nearby concession stand, you'd think these people couldn't get pizza and nachos the other six days of the week.
Concessions are big business, but hard work.
At Coronado Stadium, home field for both Coronado and Franklin, school clubs get the privilege and problem of running the concessions. Before every home game, the students, sponsors and parents make trips to Sam's Club for supplies. Papa John's delivers pizza in two or three waves. And they recently found a vendor who will deliver ice on game day. When Franklin plays, the band booster club is in charge.