In small towns, sports are the heart of the community. But the real heroes aren’t always on the field — they’re the ones behind the scenes.
They flood the rink before sunrise, line the ball diamond, drive kids to away games, and flip burgers to raise a few dollars for the team. They fix broken nets, keep the scoreboard running, and quietly handle a hundred little jobs no one else notices.
These volunteers don’t do it for recognition. They do it because they believe in what sports give back — pride, discipline, and a place for kids to belong.
Without them, there’s no season, no game day, no hometown roar from the stands. So next time you’re at a local game, thank the person at the clock, buy a snack from the concession, and help pack up chairs after the banquet.
Small-town sports run on people — and these unsung heroes are the true champions.
