To the Editor: Due to conflicting schedules this spring, we were unable to get together for my annual senior girls’ volleyball and basketball appreciation supper. I was going to leave it at that; no supper, no write up. But after looking over my notes (what I would have said to them had we gotten together), I feel their accomplishments are worth being mentioned.
At the close of the evening, I always propose a toast. It would have gone something like this:
To the only graduating seniors that have a resume of a trip to a State Volleyball Tournament with a second place finish as well as a conference and regional championship along the way, and a basketball conference championship. And for good measure, the first ever team to crack into the SoDak16 since its conception. So, I think they deserve one last hurrah!
I am very proud of the fact that I transported these girls beginning in their 7th grade year, all the way through their Senior year. That adds up to approximately 80 trips. They were always gracious and respectful.
For personal reasons, I am stepping aside as the designated driver for girls’ volleyball and basketball. I will drive occasionally just to stay in the loop.
I want to encourage the players to continue its winning ways in the two sports.
For me, it was a fun ride. No pun intended!
- Tom Godbey
