The schools participating in this event are members of the South Dakota High School Activities Association and have adopted the rules under which the gamesare conducted. A strong commitment to excellence, fair play, and sportsmanshipare all vital to the success of this Football game. The Activities Association andtheir lead partner, Sanford Health; their financial partner, Dacotah Bank, theircommunity partner, Farmers Union Insurance; military partner, SD ArmyNational Guard and proud corporate sponsor, Billion Automotive; appreciate yourrecognition of the values being taught at this educational event. We have thepotential for a great game – let’s make it happen with your positive support!
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# 2 Good Evening. The South Dakota High School Activities Association and theirlead partner, Sanford Health; their financial partner, Dacotah Bank; theircommunity partner, Farmers Union Insurance; military partner, SD ArmyNational Guard and proud corporate sponsor, Billion Automotive; welcome youto tonight’s game. High school sports are a privilege to play, a privilege to watch;and a privilege that depends on good sportsmanship. We have the potential for a great game – let’s make it happen with your positive support!
Follow with player introductions
After line ups are introduced – Introduce Officials
Your officials for tonight’s game are:
Referee ____________________
Umpire ____________________
Line Judge ____________________
Linesman ____________________
Back Judge ____________________
These officials are licensed by the South Dakota High School Activities Association and have been assigned this contest by the SDHSAA.
National Anthem
At this time we ask that you stand as we honor America with our National Anthem.Tonight’s anthem will be performed by ___________. We remind all in attendance that the proper etiquette is to remove your cap or hat, face the flag and stand with your righhand over your heart. Active Duty military personnel or veterans not in uniform may salute the flag.
To be read at the start of the third quarter and again at the start of the fourth quarter and towards the end of the game.
POST GAME PROTOCOL AT FOOTBALL PLAYOFF GAMES
Read the following:
Only team personnel are allowed on the field immediately following all playoff games.
Spectators will be allowed on the field only after team handshakes have taken place.
