Spring Sports are coming to their final days here at freedom. The end of the year is fast approaching. We will be saying goodbye to our seniors, but for those of us returning here in the fall, there are many different sports to choice from. Many of the fall sports have conditioning that begin half-way through the summer. This means that students should get a head start at deciding what sport best fits them. Many of us have been here for a few years and know for sure if we’re doing a sport, and if so, what sport we’ll be participating in. For some though, the choice is a little more difficult. The best way to decide is to find the one that interests you most. Many of the coaches for our Summer Sports, are also teachers here at Freedom Area High School. Don’t be afraid to ask them about the sport they coach. Most will be straight forward and let you know exactly what is going on in the summer, they would have the most information. If your wondering just what sports will be available to you next year for the fall, there are several to choice from. There is boys and girls soccer, football, golf, cross-country, and golf. Our soccer teams have had a great last few years. They have made a few playoff runs. The boys team recently dropped down to single A. They are a highly competitive team at this level and are expected to have much success this season. The cross-country team is perfect for anyone who runs track in the spring. You can’t get any better conditioning than a three mile race. The cross-country runners are a tight group of people who truly enjoy what they do. They are a hard working group who take pride in their sport. We live in Western Pennsylvania, so you know that football has to be a big deal to our students. We have a large team of dedicated players who strive to perform at their best when they walk on the field. We at Freedom, have gone through many changes in the last few years to our football organization. The administration believes we have the necessary tools to have much success in the near future. Last but not least, we have the golf team. They’re kind of a big deal. Although a small team, the golfers have a great time and enjoy the beautiful fall weather at the beginning of the year. They do not take their sport lightly. They diligently hone and perfect their skills to improve their game. We offer plenty of sports here at Freedom. It’s never to late to get involved. If you have other extra-curricular activities, don’t feel that you can’t handle a sport. Most of the coaches understand that high school can be stressful and will work with you on your schedule. It’s never too late to get involved. Whether you’re an upper or lower classman, consider trying something new this fall. It’s always a good time and your left with amazing feeling of accomplishment you reach your goals.