On the walls in the exhibit you see even
more local pictures from the past and
present of sports represented in Calhoun
County. The pictures features every sport
from football to swimming and everything
in between. The pictures also features those
who are not playing the sport, from the
referees, mascots, cheerleaders, and band
members.
You also see several old sports uniforms on
display. You can see a referee uniform from
over 50 years ago.
And you can also see an old young kid
football equipment from the 1950’s which
you could order from the Sears catalog.
Among the pictures and memorabilia, you
also read about and learn why small town
sports is important across every town in
America. From the role of why sports is
important in the growth in kids to the role
of parents in supporting their kids in playing
any sport, you will see why sports is an
important fabric in the culture of America.
The exhibit also talks about the role of
sports in adults in small town America.
Many adults continue to push themselves
in certain sports. For example, some
participate in the IronMan. An medal is on
exhibit.
Adults also participate in pep rallies,
going to a game, and of course selling
concessions!
There is also an old
cheerleading and
dance team uniform.
There is a classic
Jacksonville State
Marching Southerners
uniform on display.
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And the exhibit also talks about the role
of rivalries in sports. Yes, the Alabama /
Auburn rivalry is featured, along with its
ugly side.
Overall, the Hometown Teams exhibit
shows you every aspect of why sports is
important in America. If you don’t think
sports is an important part of America
society, go see this exhibit and you will
leave with a different view of sports big
and small all across America. Sports
September 2016
INSIGHT