Undefeated Freshman Football Heroes

by McKenna Gleave
SJHS Staff Writer

Springville’s freshman football team is plowing through the season undefeated. With one touchdown after another, and QB sacks after interceptions, it seems our team cannot be beaten.

In The Dark Knight, it is said by Harvey Dent, “You either die a hero or live long enough to see yourself become the villain.” Well, what happens when two opposing hometown heroes collide? Recently, SHS’s youngest super power, our beloved freshman team, faced Saratoga’s undefeated pride. Only one could prevail, and as it turned out, the Springville Red Devils would be victor. Referring to the quote from “The Dark Knight,” we could compare death to defeat, and the villainous opposing force…the other team. Springville may just defy the prophecy by living long enough to rise as the heralded heroes of an undefeated season.

How do they do it? It seems nearly impossible to be that great, but it is with great sacrifice and determination they succeed they way they do. Grueling hours upon hours of relentless drilling and practice have taught them discipline and appreciation. In an interview with two of our young heroes, Steven Bate and Mitchell Paystrup talked about the importance of dedication to the game and their team. They, as well as many of the players, understand the value of teamwork and team worth.

From the beginning every hero has had something to prove. Our freshman football heroes are out to prove Harvey Dent wrong. They will rise above their foes, defeat the villain, and shine as a beacon until the end.