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STROUD ATHLETICS
“BUILDING CHARACTER AND CHAMPIONS
THROUGH COMPETITIVE ATHLETICS”
It’s that time of the year again when the colors and pageantry of the fall come to life all
across the country. The Friday night lights and cameras come on and test the mettle of focused
participants. Offseason work is called into question as players get down in the mud, dirt and
grime. New and age-old strategies will be honed and implemented but when all is said and
done it will be all about the fundamentals. It is time for our beloved Stroud Tigers to walk onto
their prospective playing fields and battle district, conference and non-district foes. Our
devoted fans, students, faculty and alumni will gather to witness the progress of our mighty
Stroud Tigers.
I simply love the new car smell but not as much as I love the smell of Stroud Athletics
beginning in the fall. The medicine to appease this smell is to go out and watch one of the
many teams (high school or middle school) battling our opponent on the playing field. Our
athletic programs have been challenged and bars have been set by previous athletic teams.
Our current Tigers are eager and willing to meet and exceed the legacy left by former Stroud
Tigers. Resting on ones laurels is not a trait exhibited by our tigers. Rising to challenges and
playing competitive schedules are trademarks of Stroud Athletics. Competition breeds winners
and adversity builds character.
We will see all shades of color and changing momentums in various sports at various levels
this fall. Just remember, there may be the beautiful red, orange and yellow colors of leaves
falling but the most beautiful color of all will be the majestic Blue and White of the empowered
Stroud Tigers.
Bob Wood, Athletic Director
Practice Like a Champion
Act Like a Champion
Play Like a Champion
Be a STROUD TIGER CHAMPION