The season was supposed to kick off Sept. 17. But September came and went without a single tackle football game played on St. Thomas. CAHS senior Kamarsha Ryan, a member of the volleyball team, was angered by the organizers' failure to handle the athletic program well and by the anxiety and frustrations she saw in the players. All athletes should need to do is worry about playing. Students in general are disappointed and cynical about the promises and actions.
Every time there is supposed to be a game, something causes a cancellation.
This football season was highly anticipated because it was going to mean so much to so many people. For adults and past players, it was a chance to pass the torch. Some of the adults involved saw tackle football, and the college scholarships that might become possible, as opening the door to a better future. But no one looked forward to the season more than the ones who simply wanted to play the game. Once the season sputtered to a start, the players realize it could be more than fun.