Back to School Issue: Fall means Football Season at Robinson
It’s time for the Knights to play football once again, and they are ready.
Photo Anika DeVries
During the game Lakeem Johnson (’24) races down the field as the crowed cheers him on. The football team has spent many long night practicing and preparing for this game, considering it is against their biggest rivals. “I need to get this tackle…I need to score this touchdown.” Johnson said, explaining what is going though his head.
August 5, 2022
With three wins and seven losses for the 2021-22 season, the football team has been working to be more cohesive as a team.
They have practiced all summer to build their teamwork and to try and get an advantage against the other teams. They had some struggles practicing due to the lack of field access and the rainy season that is coming in. However, the team has had plenty of time to improve and hope to make this year one of their best.
“Practice has brought the team together and kept us conditioned…my favorite part has been the bonding we get and being able to create new friendships,” defensive end Liam McConnell (’24) said.
They have focused the most on dedicating players to the team by hosting carwashes to raise money for the team. Things like this, along with all the practice, makes the upcoming season very promising.
With a rough previous season, the players are looking forward to improving together and having some more successes to validate all the work they put in.
“I’m looking forward to winning some more games,” McConnell said.
One thing you will always notice at the each game is the amount of school spirit. No matter the score, the Knights have never let the stand go quiet. In the upcoming year, the stands are looking to be louder than ever with the help of the club, ‘Knightmare.’
“We want to make sure that the crowd is able to have a fun time so that everyone is super hyped and excited for the game,” Knightmare vice president Mina Kuklen (’24) said.
The first game will be at home on Aug. 19 against the Chamberlain Chiefs. Tickets can be purchased online on the Robinson homepage. Be sure not to miss the first game of the season, the expectations are through the roof.
