Opinion

Letter: Local sports teams offer great inspiration

Posted January 30, 2023 12:00 am

On Saturday, Jan. 21, I had the privilege of writing a story for the Daily Herald on the Brother Rice-Rolling Meadows boys basketball game held at Benet Academy in Lisle.

The game was one of four sponsored by Joe Henricksen's City/Suburban High School Sports Report. This was their 10th year of the event.

An estimated crowd of more than 3,000 came to watch eight of the best high school teams in the state of Illinois compete.

It was a day where you could forget the problems of the world, and enjoy the efforts of the players and coaches.

This was a day that reminded me why I, other Daily Herald correspondents and fans come to games to watch all of our local and all teams play. We love the roar of the crowds and the competitiveness that these players bring to the table, win or lose.

So, get out to a game. Cheer your team on. Enjoy the popcorn, pizza and other treats from the concession stand. You'll feel good about yourself and the players will appreciate you also.

Greg Swiderski

Rolling Meadows

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