“Underdog,” they said. “Too small for football.”
But he knew better- recognizing talent when he saw it. Joe’s speed was incredible. The way he outmaneuvered the defense. Always landing, then dancing, in the end zone.
And now, Joe, playing a spectacular night in his final game of high school football, is off to college- the recipient of a well-deserved, hard-earned scholarship.
“Yep,” he concludes, facing the stands, Joe’s parents cheering as he exits the field, “this kid’s going places.