Ridge View High School: A Med Pro Magnet

After visiting EL Wright Middle School for its Fine Arts Department Renaissance Dinner, I made it to Ridge View High School just in time for the National Anthem. The National Anthem was performed by the Ridge View Band. Hearing the anthem played by a band always gives me chills as veteran. The team captains took the field, and honorary captain Dr. Moore joined them for the coin toss. Then it was game time. The Blazers came out strong, scoring 28 points in the first half while holding Sumter to 13. The players were focused, and the coaching staff had the team ready. The crowd was intense supporting with noise when needed on defense. Sumter made some strong adjustments at halftime, scoring 22 points in the 3rd quarter while holding Ridge View to a hard fought touchdown. The Blazers stayed composed and handled the squib and onside kicks without getting caught off guard. In the fourth quarter, Ridge View’s defense showed its determination. After the Blazers high powered offense added another touchdown to reach 42 points, Sumter drove down to the Ridge View 9-yard line. The Ridge View defensive line stood firm, stopping Sumter short of the first down and forcing a turnover on downs. From there, the Blazers secured the first down they needed and ran out the clock. The band played a major role in that final stand with the music loud and precise. The cheerleaders and kept the energy up the whole night! Final score: Ridge View 42, Sumter 35. You could see the drive and determination in these young men, and the coaching staff was locked in from start to finish. Coach Howard had his team ready to play. Congratulations to Ridge View on a hard-fought playoff victory! #dennis4r2 @rvhs @RidgeViewSports @RidgeViewF_Ball @CoachHowardII