Show your support!

This week is premier week for most TV shows. On Sunday 9/16/07, Curtis Sports Imaging made it's debut at the home of the Simsbury/Granby Raiders at Simsbury's Henry James Middle School as they took on the Glastonbury Tomahawks.

Three games were on the slate, which was a surprise to me...I was expecting 4 and a much longer day. Speaking of the day, what a great day for football! A cool start to the morning led to a sunny warm afternoon. When the sun was behind the clouds, you felt the cool September air, when the sun was out it felt like June.

During halftime I make my way along the sidelines to hand out our business cards. These cards let people know where they can purchase photos of their little star in action. Since selling photos is how we make money covering youth sports, we give our cards to anyone willing to take them. This weekend I was very pleasantly surprised as I made my way through the well attended fan sections on both sides of the field. I encountered many people that were there watching the game that didn't have any kids playing. I thought to myself, now that's support! These kids are our future high school athletic stars, scholars, community leaders, politicians, police officers, role models, etc. By taking part in what they do now will make a positive impact in their life. I guarantee it! It's always nice to see lots of parents at the games cheering on their kids. And when extended family and friends come out to support the team, all I have to say is Great Job! It means a lot to the kids.