D.C. CUR DOGS

in the face of adversity - it’s what being a Cur Dog is all about. Just days after Hurricane Ida pummelled their homes in Southeast Louisiana, members of the CHS football team and cheer squadalong with their families and coaches - loaded up and headed out to play their season opener against Our Lady of Good Counsel High School in Olhey, Maryland. It was a welcomed getaway for many whose homes had yet to regain power from the storm.

Not only did the trip provide these young men with a chance to play against a tremendous opponent, it was also an incredible opportunity for them to experience our nation’s capital. The Bears took full advantage of their time in the Washington, D.C. area partaking in a twilight mounument tour, where they were able to see some of the area’s most historic sites. They also visited the U.S. Capitol where the building served as a beautiful backdrop for a bit of pre-game preparation. When it came time to head to Our Lady of Good

Counsel for game time, the Bears were greeted by the Falcon Community with incredible hospitality. To our surprise, the school presented CHS Principal Lisa Harvey with a donation to bring back home to the families impacted by Hurricane Ida.

After an intense four quarters, the Bears defeated the Falcons 38-10.

Before heading home to Baton Rouge, the Bears stopped at Arlington National Cemetery where several players had the honor of laying a wreath on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - a moving experience to cap off a once-in-a-lifetime trip.

Thank you to all our parents, coaches, alumni, and faculty members for making this trip possible - and a big thank you to everyone at Our Lady of Good Counsel High School for being such gracious hosts!