Chloe Miller
Staff Writer
At this year’s Homecoming football game, clubs and sports will be having their booths open for games, food, and activities. In other words, the annual Fall Fest will now take place during the Friday night football game rather than the next day before the Homecoming Dance. This year’s Fall Fest is on Oct. 13, and student government is hoping it will increase attendance to both the football game and the event.
Each club and sports team is encouraged to have a booth at Fall Fest, where they can fundraise for and promote their club. Some have games, while others sell foods.
Student Government Vice President Bernadette del Prado shared her opinion in why the decision was made to move this event to Friday rather than Saturday: “I'm so excited for Fall Fest this year since we didn't have one last year [due to weather]. I'm excited to see how it's going to work out with the Fall Fest happening with the football game, but I'm hopeful that it's going to be very successful since so many people in the community and school come out to support during our homecoming game.”
As far as the game goes, the football team will be playing Springfield with hopes for a weekend victory.
Quarterback Nick Garritano said, “I’m glad because it will bring more people to our game and to support us.”
The thinking behind this plan is that more people will attend Fall Fest and support the event if it is not on the same day as the dance. Many people are busy that Saturday morning and afternoon and simply do not have time to organize a booth or attend the event.
Senior Charlotte Taylor agreed: “I think having Fall Fest during the game will bring more people because you won’t be getting ready for the dance, like doing your hair and makeup.”
If you are a leader of a club or captain of a team, you are encouraged to come out to the game, support our football team, and open a booth to get people excited about your group. Go Lions!
