History at Haverford High - A Little Patience

A Little Patience

The Haverford high school basketball team beat the Wissahickon basketball team last night in a district playoff game to advance to the PA state playoffs for the first time since 1970, 44 years ago.

After the win, the stunned student body rushed the court and a ladder was brought out for the team to cut down the net.  The team did not win a championship but the celebration was on and 44 years of frustration was unleashed.

The students who don't have much experience in cheering now have team that is bound for the state playoffs.  The celebration was jubilant, it was a great time to be in the building, to share the moment, to bask in the joy.

The saying goes that infinite patience brings immediate results.  Maybe.

44 years is a long time to wait.

Thankfully, the wait is over.

Go Fords!

With Love,

Tom Kaufmann
Coach K

The Wild Winter - Exercise

Here in Pennsylvania we've seen the most snow in recent history.  The neighbors snow blowers have been going non stop with over 60 inches of snow this winter.  One of the modern conveniences that I've resisted is a snow blower.

With the cold and snow, it's easy to hunker down and hibernate, so I use the snow as an excuse to go outside, get some fresh air and do a little exercise shoveling the snow.  Shoveling heavy snow can be a health risk, but when you take the necessary breaks, and take it slow it's a great way to get the blood flowing.

The cold fresh air is invigorating and shoveling the snow works the back, arms, and legs.  Today we have every modern convenience that limits our exercise, especially the TV.  So a little shoveling is a perfect opportunity to get outside, take in nature, admire the beautiful snow, and get that exercise.

A word of caution. Shoveling heavy snow can be strain on the heart, so please be sure to check with your doctor to make sure your fit enough to shovel.

Enjoy the snow.

Spring is around the corner.

With Love,

Tom Kaufmann
Coach K