For the seniors on the team, the decision to cancel the Island Cup has been a tough pill to swallow, but a medicine they said the team understands was prescribed for their health and safety.
Football Coach Tony Mottola made the call on Saturday to not go forward with the rival game against Nantucket as injuries stacked up on the team, which was already down several players.
When Norman Vunk said, “Say Goodnight Norm,” fans of Martha’s Vineyard High School sports knew another football game broadcast was over.
The Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School football team cruised to a 38-12 win in their home opener against Sharon Saturday afternoon.
The Island Cup is always a day to circle on the calendar. But this year, it’s an event to circle with a bigger, bolder marker.
Eagles owner and Edgartown seasonal resident Jeffrey Lurie is likely the only NFL owner with multiple Academy Awards and a doctorate in social policy.