Tad's story is one of perseverance. We're really pleased he will be able to attend our event.

Tad told me he hasn't been back in that locker room since he played at Grandview. He told me he remembered what a dump it was. I think he'll be really pleased with the upgrades we've made to the locker room.

We're still looking for donations of items for the auction. We're particularly interested in items that are related to athletics. Anything that people would want to own and bid on.

This year, we'll be holding the smoker a little later in the evening then we did last year.

Perseverance alone does not assure success. No amount of stalking will lead to game in a field that has none.

Presently it seems unlikely that he will be able to push through the sorts of reforms and spending decisions that are required.