There are certain things that many people will remember from their high school years, but one that sticks out in the minds of most is homecoming. It is an exciting time in which the big game is played and then the most important dance of the year, except for the prom, is enjoyed.
During this event, a king and queen are going to be crowned and at this school, it was Max Akin, one of the star players on the field. Not only is he a great athlete, is also someone that his peers look up to.
Akin was in the race for homecoming King, as was the team manager, KL Norwood. Norwood, who has cerebral palsy, was incredibly excited about being in the race and was hoping he would win.
The students voted that Max should be crowned as King but immediately after he received the crown, he took the crown and presented it to Norwood. The crowd was absolutely amazed and loved it!
“I didn’t know when I would have the right time to do it,” Akin said. “But I saw K.L., came over and gave him a hug, and I knew that he wanted that crown more than anything.”
Akin said Norwood is a positive influence for the school and deserved the crown.
“I think it should’ve gone to the person who positively uplifts the school and everybody around him and that person is K.L., for sure,” Akin said.
“It was absolutely terrific,” K.L. said of the crown passing.
The head coach says that they are an example for both the team and the school.
“Max — that’s just what he is, and that’s what our team is, too,” said Fossil Ridge Head Coach Tony Baccarini. “They love each other, and that’s why we’re successful.”
Via: Inspire More
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